The songs "The Only Honest Lovesong", "Sketch Artist Composite", and "Victor Versus the Victim" previously appeared on the demo EP You Are My Canvas.
Musical style and lyrics
Broken Bones and Bloody Kisses features a heavier and more aggressive sound compared to the band's later releases. The sound of the EP has been described as emo,[3][2]screamo,[1]metalcore,[1][2] and pop punk.[1][2] The album's lyrics and themes have been described as morbid and macabre.[2]