It was released in October 2007, as the third single from their second studio album Modern Minds and Pastimes.
[3] "Empty" was written by Ben Romans and Kyle Patrick, while production was handled by Mike Denneen.
[5] Colin McGuire of PopMatters stated, "while being heartbroken and expected, is atmospheric and, really, kind of interesting.
Visually, the video shows a montage of broken glass, blurry and melancholy photos and fallen leaves.
[8] The video was filmed the day after their appearance at the Boston Music Awards and was shot at Commonwealth Avenue.