EMO was initially a rock music genre distinguished by an emphasis on emotional, sometimes personal, lyrics. EMO lyrics are typically more emotional and intimate than lyrics in other genres of music. An EMO band may also be described as having a dark or gloomy sound. Some bands that were once considered part of the EMO scene include A Moment's Peace, August Burns Red, From First to Last, Hawthorne Heights, Jimmy Eat World, Late Static, Lost City Angels, Maylene and the Sons of Disaster, Motion City Soundtrack, My Chemical Romance, New Found Glory, Orange 9mm, Silverstein, The Used, Thursday, Unwritten Law. The term "emo" has been criticized as being derogatory or offensive. Some people consider it a negative label, while others believe it is an honorable distinction given to a group or individual who exhibits traits commonly associated with that genre of music.