Top Ten Songs by Dashboard Confessional

Hailing from Boca Raton, Florida comes Dashboard Confessional. Known for their deeply emotional music, their uniquely acoustic sound and the cult-like following of fans they lead, Dashboard has grown and evolved from a one man show to a full sound, four piece rock band. In addition to their loyal fans, they’ve also picked up an MTV Video Music Award, and of their five major album releases three have hit gold, according to the RIAA. As the featured band in MTV’s Unplugged 2.0, they went beyond gold records to earn platinum.

Hands Down (Acoustic)
Album: So Impossible
The album So Impossible is a short, four track selection of songs that tell the story of a guy admiring a girl from afar, and then finally having his chance to get the girl. Chris Carrabbas often describes this song as being about the ‘best date of his life’. From its nervously giddy introduction to it’s joyfully exuberant finish, ‘Hands Down’ takes listeners along for the emotional roller coaster of the date that goes completely, unexpectedly well.

The Sharp Hint of New Tears
Album: Swiss Army Romance
In the song that gave birth to the name Dashboard Confessional, listeners are pulled into an experience we’ve all had – taking the long way home because we’re upset. In what may be the defining song of the Emo genre, listeners are treated to a deceptively simple melody that resonates deeply.

Remember to Breathe
Album: So Impossible
In the short 3:48 of this song, Chris perfectly encapsulates a moment so universal yet so completely indescribable – the horrible nervousness that precedes a date. Standing on the brink, to hopeful lover can be overwhelmed by the thought of failure. At this point, the first date with one long loved, there is the element of success but also the rising panic at the realization that within a few short hours, it may end forever. Remember to Breathe tells us of the paralyzing decisions made before a date – What to wear? What to do? What to say? - and reminds us all of what it’s like to be in the early and uncertain stages of love.