Your Mouth — Hoobastank1998 - 02 - Foot In
: At this stage, the band was drawing heavily from the funk-metal of the Red Hot Chili Peppers and the quirky energy of contemporaries like Incubus .
"Foot In Your Mouth" is the second track on Hoobastank's 1998 independent debut album, They Sure Don't Make Basketball Shorts Like They Used To . This early era of the band—then sometimes spelled —is distinct for its high-energy blend of funk-metal and ska-influenced alt-rock, notably featuring a full saxophone section. Lyrical Analysis: The Price of Hypocrisy Hoobastank1998 - 02 - Foot In Your Mouth
: The lyrics target a specific type of observer—someone who attends shows while badmouthing the performers behind their backs. : At this stage, the band was drawing
: The album was self-released while the band was playing local LA venues like the Cobalt Cafe, building a reputation that eventually led to their major-label signing in 2000. Legacy and Evolution Lyrical Analysis: The Price of Hypocrisy : The
: The track features prominent saxophone work by Jeremy Wasser , who also performed the solo on Incubus's "Summer Romance".