What makes Songs We Should Have Written by Firewater notable?

This album showcases Firewater's ability to reinterpret well-known tracks, which helped them gain traction within the alternative music scene. The eclectic choice of covers, including 'Folsom Prison Blues' and 'Paint It Black,' received positive critical reception, further solidifying their reputation as genre-bending artists. Released in 2004, 'Songs We Should Have Written' marked Firewater's first album of covers following their 1996 debut 'Get Off the Cross... We Need the Wood.' At this point, the band was establishing its unique sound by blending gypsy punk and alternative rock influences, expanding their musical repertoire while maintaining their distinctive style.