Passage: In a September 2007 podcast interview, Meine said the album was not so much a "concept album", but rather a collection of songs with a common theme. "We didn't want to make another record with songs about boys chasing girls. I mean, come on, give me a break," Meine said.Asked in 2007 if the band was planning to release a Humanity – Hour II, Meine replied:

Question: What did Meine claim in 2007 during an interview?
the album was not so much a "concept album", but rather a collection of songs with a common theme