Released 19 years ago this October
I'm Only a Man
Emery · 2007
47 min · 11 tracks · hardcore punk
A powerful blend of hardcore punk energy and introspective lyrics, balancing aggression with emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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What Makes a Man a Man — This track delves into themes of masculinity and vulnerability, showcasing Emery's ability to intertwine personal reflection with intense instrumentation.
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The Party Song — With its catchy chorus and energetic vibe, this song encapsulates the juxtaposition of celebration and deeper existential questions that permeate the album.
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Don't Bore Us, Get to the Chorus — This track stands out with its infectious energy and sharp lyrics that critique conventional songwriting while maintaining a fun punk spirit.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic hardcore punk with introspective lyrics, showcasing solid songwriting and vocal dynamics.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy tracks that maintain a fast tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more reflective songs.
- Several tracks incorporate dual vocals, alternating between aggressive shouts and melodic singing to emphasize emotional contrasts.
- The lyrics often explore themes of personal struggle and identity, with a narrative style that invites listener engagement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
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whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady progression and climax
- dynamic emotional journeys
- thoughtful lyrical reflections
- immersive listening experience
Where this album fits
- Career context
- I'm Only a Man is Emery's third studio album, released during a critical phase following their breakthrough with The Question in 2005. By this point, the band was solidifying its identity within the post-hardcore scene while exploring deeper lyrical themes and complex song structures.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Underoath· The Devil Wears Prada· Haste the Day
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rock-N-Rule 3:38
- 2 The Party Song 3:31
- 3 World Away 3:38
- 4 After the Devil Beats His Wife 4:31
- 5 Can't Stop the Killer 3:32
- 6 Story About a Man With a Bad Heart 3:28
- 7 Don't Bore Us, Get to the Chorus 3:33
- 8 What Makes a Man a Man 4:24
- 9 The Movie Song 3:09
- 10 You Think You're Nickel Slick (But I Got Your Penny Change) 3:45
- 11 From Crib to Coffin 10:44
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