Athletics shaped the emotional yet contemplative emo-influenced post-rock songs, either to cure or to tear off mentality—depends on the listener's. My favourites: "Why Aren't I Home", "Fairview", "Affliction", and "Why Aren't I Home (Orchestral Mix)".
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