So I'm only 20, my band teacher in highschool introduced me to MCS cause he thought it'd help me out (I was a troubled kid, always in rehab, had an ankle monitor hospital's, suspensions etc). I deadass cried so hard when I was able to see them live, they've helped me so much. Best part is I'm from MN :)
"For the first time in a long time, I can I say that I wanna try. I feel helpless for the most part but I'm learning my eyes. And the sad truth of the matter is I'll never get over it, but I'm gonna try to get better and overcome each moment my own way." This little chunk of lyrics pop into my head whenever any moment is weighing down on me. I may never get over it, but I gotta try to get over those moments as they come along. Thanks for helping me out, guys.
A powerful song full of celebration and energy. It's interesting that he was inspired to write this after watching "The Devil and Daniel Johnston," which is a great movie, but not at all what I think of when I hear this song.
This song is one of the most under appreciated songs by this band. I don't know many people who liked this CD, let alone listened to this song. Personal favorite.
I can’t believe this album came out in 2007. I remember being a teen, staring out the car window with my earphones in listening to the beautiful songs on this album and getting in my feelings. These lyrics still speak so true to me and I will always love this band so much ❤️
always cant get enough of all MCS' freshest songs..they still have that certain 'something' that makes you listen to it over and over again..and of course, smart lines and funny way of telling a story thru a song..
I always felt that this album in particular describes me a lot in so many ways. But these last lines of the song, and the album overall, just break me down every single time "I so want to get back on track and I'll do whatever it takes, even if it kills me." I've struggled with my life for the past 3 years straight and I just found out what Justin meant by getting back on track and do whatever it takes...even if it kills him.
I love this band so much! Because of Justin Pierre I want a Left handed Tele Deluxe '72 I could watch them play all day every day. they are so good live!
@buddytyree "Hold Me Down" is a masterpiece :) and i think you're right, "Even If It Kills Me" is a wonderful album, both lyrically and musically...is like Justin can write what i've always wanted to say but never did, in a unique way.
Even though I was bumping MCS all along, I almost feel like I still missed out because I never felt the real impact of some of this music until this very moment. Thank you guys so much.
Commit this to memory is the best MCS album I am the Movie and Even If It kills Me are tied for second and My Dinosaur life is a close third.(doesn't mean it's terrible, It's just not better than the other three) MCS for life!
Wow even with the tuning Justin’s voice sounds incredible. The mix overall is incredible. I’ve know about them for over a decade and this is the first song that has peaked my interest.
every element in this song is very solid and supporting each other, that's why when i listen to this song (i don't know the lyric at that time) really gives me a "motivation message" to move on and face every problem :) i can say that this is the best song from motion city soundtrack, great job guys, i'm serious :')
I love that song along with Last Night, the Conversation and Calling all cops on EIIKM best songs on that record, i love pretty much MCS has put out, Now Severance and Major Leagues... damn! i love this band!
Getting the titled and a picture tattooed on me for my 19th next month. This song makes me feel teary every time. Such a good band, and my favourite ever song
I don't see how anyone can hate on any MCS if they like any. It seems like such a foreign thought. I love this song, this album, and every other song and album they have. The whole band is just great. I guess I'm just a more blanketed fan.
@rayMacy i couldn't agree more with you...i just can't understand how a MCS fan couldn't like the album "Even If It Kills Me". Btw this song's one of my fav ever, and i can totally relate to the lyrics as well...it's just perfect :) MCS rule my world!
@buddytyree I totally agree with you. I don't understand all the hate on this album either. It's their most successful album, and there's clearly a reason for it! I can listen to this album day in and day out, and never get bored of it. Each track flows seamlessly into the next. "The Future Freaks Me Out" is the first MCS song I ever heard, but "Even If It Kills Me" is the album that made me a fan!
@TheRocketAnse hey i love this album too! I honestly don't know which is my favorite, but there are some amazing songs on the album. This and Broken Heart are unbelievabley good.
This song, and the album it's the title track of, are both fucking amazing. I might get some hating here, but I like Even If It Kills me better than any of their other albums. Songs like this and "Last Night" are some of the better work Justin's done lyrically, falling inferior only to "Hold Me Down" IMO.
@McSFraNtic71 hello helicopter is a really really good song in my opinion infact i'm gonna go listen to it now - not my FAVOURITE but definitely up there ;)
