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Foiled for the Last Time

Blue October · 2007

147 min · 30 tracks · alternative rock

Ethereal melodies intertwine with raw, confessional lyrics, creating a haunting yet uplifting soundscape that defines Blue October's emotional resonance.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Hate Me — This track is emblematic of Blue October's ability to blend personal struggle with catchy melodies, resonating deeply with listeners grappling with mental health issues.
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    Into the Ocean — The song captures a sense of vulnerability and longing, employing imagery of drowning that mirrors the lead singer's own battles with depression and addiction.
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    You Make Me Smile Start here — 'You Make Me Smile' stands out as an uplifting anthem amidst darker themes, showcasing the band's range from introspection to joy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • reflective personal introspection
  • contemplative late-night moods
  • layered, dense sonic textures

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — This album solidified Blue October's presence in the alternative rock scene post 'Foiled'.
Themes
mental health struggles· oceanic imagery· personal redemption
Career context
In 2007, Blue October was transitioning from their earlier work to a more mainstream appeal with 'Foiled for the Last Time'. This album followed their breakthrough success with 'Foiled', which featured hits like Hate Me and showcased their evolution in sound and songwriting.
Stylistic neighbors
Anberlin· The Fray· Lifehouse
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Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 You Make Me Smile Start here 4:21
  • 2 She's My Ride Home 4:42
  • 3 Into the Ocean 4:00
  • 4 What If We Could 4:03
  • 5 Hate Me 6:20
  • 6 Let It Go 4:03
  • 7 Congratulations 4:01
  • 8 Overweight 4:24
  • 9 X Amount of Words 4:15
  • 10 Drilled a Wire Through My Cheek 4:32
  • 11 Sound of Pulling Heaven Down 4:43
  • 12 Everlasting Friend 4:06
  • 13 18th Floor Balcony 4:33
  • 14 Calling You 3:49
  • 15 X Amount of Words (Paul Oakenfold remix) 4:09
  • 16 X Amount of Words (Carmen Rizzo remix) 12:27

Disc 2

  • 1 For My Mother 1:38
  • 2 You Make Me Smile Start here 5:48
  • 3 Sound of Pulling Heaven Down 4:00
  • 4 What If We Could 4:21
  • 5 She's My Ride Home 5:27
  • 6 Let It Go 4:39
  • 7 Angel 4:24
  • 8 Drilled a Wire Through My Cheek 4:54
  • 9 Everlasting Friend 4:58
  • 10 Into the Ocean 4:16
  • 11 18th Floor Balcony 5:01
  • 12 Overweight 5:26
  • 13 X Amount of Words 7:28
  • 14 Hate Me 6:32

What to play next

Approaching Normal
Listen next

Approaching Normal

2009

Continues the emotional depth with a more polished sound and introspective themes.
Foiled
Go back to

Foiled

2006

Sets the stage with similar emotional resonance and musical style, creating a smooth transition.
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