[1] The album title refers to his experience as an American man treated poorly in a divorce proceeding.

[6] In 2020 a documentary was released called "Get Back Up" that addresses Furstenfeld's experiences with depression, addiction, and recovery.

[7][8] Growing up, Furstenfeld listened to hip-hop, rock, country, and dance; his favorite artists included Idaho, Marvin Gaye, The Smiths, Peter Gabriel, Red House Painters, The Cure, Cocteau Twins, Bauhaus, and Pink Floyd.

He also counts among his influences Michael Stipe, The Pixies, Elliott Smith, Blue Miller, George Winston, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and U2.

[17] Furstenfeld attended HSPVA on a drama scholarship, acted in several plays in high school, and appeared in the 1996 film Late Bloomers.