The Science of Selling Yourself Short
Less than Jake
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I've come to my senses That I've become senseless I could give you lessons on how to ruin your friendships Every last conviction, I smoked them all away I drank my frustrations down the drain, out of the way So I sit and wait and wonder Does anyone else feel like me? Someone so tired of their routines and disappearing self-esteems I'll sing along Yeah with every emergency Just sing along I'm the king of catastrophes I'm so far gone That deep down inside I think it's fine by me I'm my own worst enemy I could be an expert on co-dependency I could write the best book on underage tragedy I've been spending my time at the local liquor store I've been sleeping nightly on my best friends kitchen floor So I sit and wait and wonder Does anyone else feel like me? I'm so overdosed on apathy and put down on sympathy I'll sing along Yeah with every emergency Just sing along I'm the king of catastrophes I'm so far gone That deep down inside I think it's fine by me I'm my own worst enemy Let the meaning slip away Lost my faith in another day Self deprecation seems okay I never thought I'd make it anyway I'll sing along Yeah with every emergency Just sing along I'm the king of catastrophes I'm so far gone That deep down inside I think it's fine by me I'm my own worst enemy That I'm my own worst enemy I'm my own worst enemy And I'm my own worst enemy 'Cause I'm my own worst enemy And I'm my own worst enemy
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER DEMAKES, LOUIS JAMES SCHAUB, PETER JOHN WASILEWSKI, ROGERIO LIMA MANGANELLI, VINCENT PHILLIP FIORELLO
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13 facts about this song
Genre"The Science Of Selling Yourself Short" is a song by Less Than Jake, primarily classified under the punk genre, with elements of ska and pop punk.
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AlbumThis track belongs to the band's fifth studio album "Anthem," which was released in 2003.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 37 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in the United States in 2003, making it one of the band's most successful singles.
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Music VideoThe music video for the song is a parody of a typical day in suburban life. It was directed by Logan, featuring the band members transforming from normal guys into rock stars as they perform throughout a small town.
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LyricsThe lyrics reflect the theme of self-deprecation and frustration stemming from an unfulfilling lifestyle, a recurring theme in Less Than Jake's music.
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Signature Song"The Science Of Selling Yourself Short" is often considered as one of the band's signature songs, due to its popularity and widespread recognition.
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Band MembersAt the time of recording this song, Less Than Jake consisted of Chris DeMakes, Roger Lima, Vinnie Fiorello, Buddy Schaub, and Pete Anna.
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Creation ProcessAccording to interviews with the band, the song's lyrics were mainly written by drummer Vinnie Fiorello.
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Critical ReceptionThis song is frequently praised for its catchy ska-punk melody combined with powerful and introspective lyrics, making it a standout track in "Anthem."
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Live Performances"The Science Of Selling Yourself Short" is a staple in Less Than Jake's live performances and it is often met with enthusiastic crowd responses.
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Song TitleThe title itself is a metaphor for compromise in life, emphasizing the theme of dissatisfaction ingrained in the song's lyrics.
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InspirationsThe song is believed to be inspired by the band members' personal experiences and their perceptions of societal expectations and reality.
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Band's PerspectiveThe band has often expressed that they consider this song as one of their best works due to its deeply personal lyrics and distinctive sound.
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