Brand New - The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot Review

"You are the smell before rain, you are the blood in my veins."

The song is a masterclass in the "unreliable narrator." While it sounds like a love song, it is actually a critique of the narrator’s own toxicity. A basketball metaphor for self-sabotage. Brand New - The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot

The narrator admits to being "a liar" and "the punchline." "You are the smell before rain, you are

The Boy Who Blocked His Own Shot, released in 2003 on the landmark album Deja Entendu , remains one of the most enduring acoustic anthems in the emo and alternative rock canon. It marked a sharp departure from the pop-punk energy of Brand New’s debut, showcasing Jesse Lacey’s evolution into a more introspective and cynical lyricist. Executive Summary June 17, 2003 Album: Deja Entendu Genre: Emo / Acoustic Rock / Indie Rock It marked a sharp departure from the pop-punk