Say Anything is an American rock band formed in 2000 in Los Angeles, California. Lead singer and songwriter Max Bemis formed the band while attending high school and named it after the 1989 romantic comedy film. The band’s early releases gained a cult following, and their major-label debut album, “…Is a Real Boy,” was released in 2004. The band has gone through multiple line-up changes but has continued to release music, with their most recent album, “Oliver Appropriate,” released in 2019. Say Anything is known for their emotionally charged lyrics and dynamic sound, which incorporates elements of punk, indie rock, and pop. They have also been praised for their quirky and cathartic live performances. They continue to tour and are considered one of the influential bands of the emo-pop genre.
