Over – A romantic comedy online graphic novel by Tyler James

Without You by Hinder

Key Lyrics: I didn’t want to believe it then/ But it all worked out in the end/ When I watched you walk away well I never thought I’d say/ I’m fine without you

Felix Rating: 97 (Acceptance)

Analysis: Hinder is one of those bands that will put out an album that is equal parts raunchy party anthems and radio friendly rock ballads.  This is one of the rock ballads.  The song does capture that moment where there’s no going back.  “Cause something’ s changed, you’ve been acting so strange, and it’s taking its toll on me.”  The only problem I have with this song is that it’s probably a hell of a lot easier to “Live it up a little more every day” when you’re a rock start, rather than some average Joe dealing with a broken heart.  But maybe post-breakup is a good time to channel you’re inner rockstar for a bit.

Wait For You by Eliot Yamin

Key Lyrics: If you give me a chance I can love you right/ But you’re telling me it won’t be enough

Felix Rating: 3 (Denial)

Analysis: She’s not coming back, Eliot.  Buck up kid.  It’s not “her pride” that makes her “run and hide.”  It could be your grill though.  (That’s mean.  I’m sure his teeth were the first thing he got fixed with his advance.)  But seriously, read the signs.  She’s not calling.  She can’t look at you.  She’s not crazy, dude.  She’s just not that into you.  And sure, you could spend the rest of your life waiting for her to change her mind (which isn’t going to happen) but really, is she worth it?

Fallen by Sarah McLachlan

Key Lyrics: Time always reveals/ The wound that would not heal/ It’s the bitter taste of losing everything/ That I have held so dear.

Felix Rating: 72 (Depression)

Analysis: Sarah McLachlan does melancholy as good as anyone.  Even her “happy” love songs are tinged with a knowing sadness, tailor made for Nicholas Sparks movies.  While I don’t think this is specifically a break-up song, if you’re in the midst of one when you hear it, you’ll assume it is.  Though saying so would have the existence of my balls called into question…damn, that “Mirrorball” was a hell of an album.