The Pains of Being Pure At Heart is an American indie pop band that originated in New York City in 2007. The band's lineup was initially led by Kip Berman, with a distinctive, dreamy sound that combines elements of noise pop and shoegaze. Notably, their self-titled debut album released in 2009, received widespread critical acclaim and was instrumental in rekindling interest in indie pop. The band's melancholic lyrics combined with jangly guitars and synthesizers have made a significant impact on the genre, despite their disbandment in 2019.