The Ataris - The Saddest Song May 2026

: The song reached #27 on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart. Genre : Primarily classified as Alternative Rock and Emo .

: It addresses Roe’s relationship with his estranged daughter, Starla, and his feelings of guilt for not being present in her life due to his touring schedule and career. The Ataris - The Saddest Song

: Roe has also stated that the song reflects his own broken childhood and growing up without a father, creating a cyclical theme of paternal absence. Music Video & Visuals : The song reached #27 on the US Modern Rock Tracks chart