[1] The song is a power ballad, similar to previous hits by the band, "Be Like That" and "Here Without You".

Lead singer, Brad Arnold, said the song has a lot of meaning to him personally, and cited it as his favorite track from the album.

Arnold told Artist Direct: "Let Me By Myself" is simply about standing in the light and being yourself.

At the end of the video he meets up with several other caveman at the local bowling alley where he finally relaxes and has a good time.

The music video ended on a happier note and does not feature the GEICO logo at all.