“What’s Up?”
Mom Jeans Lyrics
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A lot of promises you couldn't keep, and that's just fine
I'm just trying not to lose my shit this time
Avoiding everything and saying I'm fine, and we're out of sync
And I'm not sure why nothing makes me feel like getting out of bed
And I'm not sure what's going wrong inside my head
It makes no sense to me, I should be happy, should be thankful for
The friends I have around me, the support of my fractured family
But still, I'm just pretending that I'm fine
When I'm feeling lousy all the time
I'm such a fuck
I'm such a fucking piece of shit and you hate me for it
We just haven't really been on the same page
Crossing our wires, oversensitive to everything you say to me, but I
I think that I'm so self-aware but I just overthink
But still I never realized how much it's been infecting
I've honestly never felt this lousy in my life before
It makes no sense to me, I should be happy, should be thankful for
The friends I have around me, the support of my fractured family
But still I'm just pretending that I'm fine
When I'm feeling lousy all the time
I'm feeling lousy all the time
The lyrics to mom jeans.'s song "What's Up" address feelings of pressure and overwhelm, as well as the struggle to express those feelings honestly to others. The singer acknowledges that their friend ("you") has a lot on their plate, but also admits that they are struggling to keep it together themselves. The line "And I'm not sure why nothing makes me feel like getting out of bed" expresses a sense of apathy and hopelessness that can come with depression or anxiety. The singer also reflects on the disconnect between their emotions and the reality of their life, noting that they should be happy and grateful for the people around them but are still feeling miserable.
The song explores themes of self-awareness and self-criticism, with the chorus featuring the refrain "I'm such a fuck" and the singer acknowledging that their own internal conflict is causing friction in their relationship with "you." Despite this, the singer also recognizes that they "never realized how much it's been infecting" their behavior and thoughts.
Overall, "What's Up" is a raw and honest reflection on the difficulty of dealing with mental illness and effectively communicating feelings to others. It portrays a sense of frustration and confusion, but also suggests the possibility of self-awareness and growth.
Line by Line Meaning
You, you've got a lot on your plate this week
You are busy this week with many responsibilities.
A lot of promises you couldn't keep, and that's just fine
Even though you couldn't fulfill all of your promises, it's okay.
I'm just trying not to lose my shit this time
I am attempting to manage my emotions and stay calm.
Avoiding everything and saying I'm fine, and we're out of sync
I avoid things and pretend that everything is okay, but we are not on the same page.
And I'm not sure why nothing makes me feel like getting out of bed
I am unsure why I lack motivation to get out of bed.
And I'm not sure what's going wrong inside my head
I am uncertain about the source of my mental distress.
I've honestly never felt this lousy in my life before
I have never experienced such low mood and unhappiness in my life.
It makes no sense to me, I should be happy, should be thankful for
It's illogical that I am unhappy when I have reasons to be happy and grateful.
The friends I have around me, the support of my fractured family
I have friends and family support, but it's not enough to lift me up.
But still, I'm just pretending that I'm fine
Despite feeling bad, I feign composure.
When I'm feeling lousy all the time
I am constantly feeling miserable.
I'm such a fuck
I am worthless and inadequate.
I'm such a fucking piece of shit and you hate me for it
I am a terrible person, and you despise me for my actions.
We just haven't really been on the same page
We are not understanding each other correctly.
Crossing our wires, oversensitive to everything you say to me, but I
Our communication is getting mixed up, and I am too sensitive about your words.
I think that I'm so self-aware but I just overthink
I believe I am conscious of my thoughts and actions, but I tend to overanalyze.
But still I never realized how much it's been infecting
I never realized how heavily my distress is affecting my life.
When I'm feeling lousy all the time
I am constantly feeling miserable.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: Eric Butler
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@alexbowman6957
I’ve waited 4 years for this baby 😭 a different vibe but suits them so well
@terragrow440
Barely a different vibe just more vocals
@chuckyDLuffy
FR LIKE JUST A LIL DIFFERENT BUT SO GOO
@tripthemillipede1988
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@garfaldo6731
Forreal, I’m actually not a huge fan of this album, but i realized it’s largely just production. This song could be right off Best Buds if they kept that DIY-feeling production value.
@thekid1568
your waiting for the baby’s jeans yeah lock your doors but fbi has a way with locks
@vinnygallo2894
I saw a picture of Hobo Johnson wearing a sweatshirt that said “Mom Jeans” this morning on Facebook. Thought that was just a cool saying or slogan and said it out loud. Then this popped up in my music recommendations an hour later. Thanks Apple for invading my privacy and showing me this. This fire is on repeat for me.
@austincooley6643
I saw them open for Hobo and it was AWESOME!🖤 So glad he had them open for him!
@user-dc9up2fh8i
Bless you thats so wholesome 😢🥹🫶❤️
@imnezu8940
Of course you listen to hobo Johnson 😂