In addition to definitions already proffered here, EMO requires that the emo man/woman maintains a certain vagueness along with a "who gives a damn" attitude. Cluelessness is a plus.
Being an emo is not being individual. Emos are fashion sheep, as simple as that. Be yourself, don't let a label define you.
Emo music came from the DC scene in the 80's. It's definition has changed over the years with bands like Weezer and the Strokes.
kid who calls themselves "depressed" and "black-hearted" after they took a buzzfeed quiz that says they should touch some grass
Kirstie (KMS) is the definition
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Not Goth, suicidal,or dangerous (most of the time anyways....) Just dont piss us off. Emo is a music genre such as: My chemical Romance, Black Veil Brides, 30 Seconds to mars, Paramore, Evanescense, Pierce the veil, Alice in chains, Nirvana. Basically anything heavy metal rock... mainly from the 90's or 2000's
Anyone else: (talking to friend) Bruh, look at that mess over there.. Fuckin emo... (talking to me) HEY! WHATCHA DOING OVER THERE? PLOTTING YOUR SUICIDE?!
Me: No, im plotting your murder.. *Smiles and starts blasting "I'm not ok (I promise)" by My Chemical Romance*