Sweet Baggy Days
The Pillows Lyrics

The lyrics to The Pillows's song Sweet Baggy Days paint a picture of a person living alone in a town where no one else lives, accompanied only by a familiar cat. They connect various amplifiers to their stereo system and play music, dreaming of having someone next to them. The lyrics suggest that this person experienced a broken relationship and now only has the skin of love left to chew on, laughing but feeling like crying. The song continues to describe how the person doesn't dream and the sun doesn't rise, the moon doesn't come out, and only the stars are flowing. They lament how they can’t pretend to be sad because they’re not like animals - they can't hide their true feelings. In the end, they think about the only person they remember, pretending to be someone who is dying soon.

The song’s lyrics are a mournful reminder of a love that's lost but lingering. The imagery used in the verses helps the listener to connect to the story of someone who is living in isolation, with their only companion being a pet. The song evokes a sense of sadness and loss. Despite that, the song has a melody that gives it an upbeat feel. The use of baggy in the title of the song is an excellent choice of words since it means loose-fitting or casual, giving the track a laid-back and informal vibe. The music takes on the characteristics of a lullaby, full of warmth and comfort. The repetition of "Sweet sweet baggy days" toward the end of each section reinforces the feeling of nostalgia.