On March 7, 2017, Mom Jeans released a split EP with the Fresno-based band Graduating Life. It was during this period that Bart Thompson of Graduating Life and Meet Me in Montauk fame would become a guitarist for the band.
On October 6, 2017, Counter Intuitive Records released a split EP titled NOW That's What I Call Music Vol. 420, featuring music from Mom Jeans as well as the bands Pictures of Vernon and Prince Daddy & The Hyena.[1][2]
Also in October 2017, the band announced they had signed with SideOneDummy Records, and had plans to release their second album through the label in 2018. However, in a reddit post, Eric Butler confirmed that they would no longer be working with the label and instead continue to work with Counter Intuitive Records to release their second album.
The band's second full-length album, titled Puppy Love, was released on July 3, 2018 with Counter Intuitive Records, as well as a limited independent label run of the record and a select variant being put out by UK based label Big Scary Monsters.
In early 2019 the band began recording demos for a new LP as well as naming the album, which will be titled Sweet Tooth., following the departure of Gabriel Paganin. In fall of 2019 it was announced the band would be touring with Hobo Johnson, featuring guest bassist Billy Bouzos (owner of the Oakland-based indie label Slang Church) filling in for Sam Kless.
Pickle Bart
Mom Jeans. Lyrics
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Like I'm a stupid piece of shit that doesn't have any friends
The only two things I really can talk to
Are my PlayStation and my dog
Tried eating vegan but I'm a fraud
I don't know why I'm surprised it's not odd
For me to be having this much trouble doing something like this right on the first try
If I work real hard
Through my words and my actions
Exactly just how much you mean to me
AWWWWWW
You're always there when I need you
I never have to wait
You always pick up when I call you to complain about our days
I never thought that I could ever be the person who ever found that special someone
I always figured I'd be smoking weed in front of the tv
Eating shit until my arteries clog and I die
And if this is just a case of puppy love
Then I'm still glad that its here
'Cause if I don't stare too long
It might not ever disappear
In "Pickle Bart" by Mom Jeans., the lyrics describe a feeling of discontent and self-doubt. The singer feels like they have eaten too much again and believes that they are a "stupid piece of shit" with no friends except for their PlayStation and dog. The singer then admits to trying to eat vegan, but failing and feeling like a fraud. They express frustration with themselves for having trouble doing something like this right on the first try. However, the singer states that they will work hard to make their loved one see just how much they mean to them.
Overall, the lyrics of "Pickle Bart" convey a sense of insecurity and isolation, with the singer feeling like they are alone with only their beloved possessions for comfort. The song is a poignant exploration of how it feels to struggle with one's own shortcomings and the fear that love and happiness might be unattainable. It emphasizes the importance of hard work and perseverance, even in the face of doubt and discouragement.
Line by Line Meaning
Feeling like I ate too much again
I feel bloated and uncomfortable, like I overindulged on my last meal
Like I'm a stupid piece of shit that doesn't have any friends
I have low self-esteem and believe that no one likes me or wants to hang out with me
The only two things I really can talk to
I don't feel comfortable talking to people, but I can talk to my video games and my dog without any judgement
Are my PlayStation and my dog
These are my go-to sources of comfort and escape when I'm feeling down or anxious
Tried eating vegan but I'm a fraud
I attempted to adopt a vegan lifestyle, but I didn't stick with it and feel like a failure
I don't know why I'm surprised it's not odd
I'm not sure why I'm surprised that I'm struggling to change my habits
For me to be having this much trouble doing something like this right on the first try
I'm struggling to make changes to my life and I wish it were easier
If I work real hard
I know that if I put in effort, I can achieve my goals
Maybe I'll make you see
I hope that my actions demonstrate how much I care about you
Through my words and my actions
I will show you how much you mean to me through both what I say and what I do
Exactly just how much you mean to me
I want you to know how much I value you and our relationship
AWWWWWW
This sentiment is heartfelt and genuine
You're always there when I need you
I appreciate that you're always available to listen and support me
I never have to wait
I feel secure knowing that you are dependable and reliable
You always pick up when I call you to complain about our days
I can count on you to listen and empathize when I need to vent
I never thought that I could ever be the person who ever found that special someone
I felt hopeless about finding a romantic partner before I met you
I always figured I'd be smoking weed in front of the tv
I imagined myself never leaving my comfort zone and just numbing myself with drugs and TV
Eating shit until my arteries clog and I die
I thought I would continue to indulge in unhealthy habits until it killed me
And if this is just a case of puppy love
Even if this relationship is relatively new and not very serious, I still cherish it
Then I'm still glad that its here
I'm grateful for the positive feelings and experiences that this relationship has brought me
'Cause if I don't stare too long
I worry that if I think about it too much, it will somehow disappear or be taken away from me
It might not ever disappear
I hope that this good thing in my life continues and doesn't disappear
Lyrics © DistroKid, BMG Rights Management
Written by: eric butler
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Althea Alarca
Feeling like I ate too much again
Like I'm a stupid piece of shit that doesn't have any friends
The only two things I really can talk to
Are my PlayStation and my dog
Tried eating vegan but I'm a fraud
I don't know why I'm surprised it's not odd
For me to be having this much trouble doing something like this right on the first try
But if I work real hard
Maybe I'll make you see
Through my words and my actions
Exactly how much you mean to me
You're always there when I need you
I never have to wait
You always pick up when I call you to complain about our days
I never thought that I could ever be the person who ever found that special someone
I always figured I'd be smoking weed in front of the tv
Eating shit until my arteries clog and I die
And if this is just a case of puppy love
Then I'm still glad that its here
'Cause if I don't stare too long
It might not ever dissapear
Jacob Dahn
i feel sad for people who get turned down by the inteo of the song and dont get to the goods
Jared Guidroz
What a banger.
Nick Salvatore
Best song by them. So underrated
rccpoda
I fucking love this song, I found it on Spotify and fell in love
kioko senpai
i couldn’t find a more accurate representation of my life.
Mau Ram
My favorite cause I relate
Lance Williams
right in my feels
bjark
lets get fucking ROWDY
THAT_FAT_KID_IN_YO_FRIDGE
Bruh they r good
Althea Alarca
Feeling like I ate too much again
Like I'm a stupid piece of shit that doesn't have any friends
The only two things I really can talk to
Are my PlayStation and my dog
Tried eating vegan but I'm a fraud
I don't know why I'm surprised it's not odd
For me to be having this much trouble doing something like this right on the first try
But if I work real hard
Maybe I'll make you see
Through my words and my actions
Exactly how much you mean to me
You're always there when I need you
I never have to wait
You always pick up when I call you to complain about our days
I never thought that I could ever be the person who ever found that special someone
I always figured I'd be smoking weed in front of the tv
Eating shit until my arteries clog and I die
And if this is just a case of puppy love
Then I'm still glad that its here
'Cause if I don't stare too long
It might not ever dissapear