LAUNDRY DAY is a band composed of 5 friends from New York. Henry Weingartne… Read Full Bio ↴LAUNDRY DAY is a band composed of 5 friends from New York. Henry Weingartner, Jude Lipkin, Sawyer Nunes, Etai Abramovich, and Henry Pearl are talented individuals with a shared passion for music and performing. The group formed in 2018 while the 5 of them attended Beacon High School. The band has now released 4 albums, and have made multiple behind the scenes documentaries for various singles off their latest album, WE SWITCHED BODIES. The official LAUNDRY DAY Instagram account is @daundrylay, with the individual members accounts being @henryelias, @sawyernunes, @henrypearl, @judeciulla, and @thugtai.

DENIM
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Lookin' back we was like Kim K and Ray J
We ain't meant to be, but that doesn't mean we can't share it
Climbed up the stairwell, everything now is parallel
Left Shangri-La and it felt like my parent's house
Rick Rubin came down to meet us
He look just like Santa, he gave gifts like Santa
Then drove off in a Tesla

Baby boy, you better get up outta bed
There's a world out there that wants to get inside your head
I woke up, everybody wanna talk
'Cause the line suddenly got very short
What you want? (What you want?),
I ain't gotta put you on (I ain't gotta put you on)
Who you are (Who you are),
Isn't one of my concerns (Isn't one of my concerns)
On a flight, touching down

You will say we threw it all away (Even in the romance)
Feelings that we're sharing will decay (Where's your ride home, man?)
Armadillo, your shell's so tough
Why don't you answer me when I call?
Please say you'll stay
Just for the day

Tryna catch my thrills
Tryna catch my thrills
Tryna catch my thrills for too long now
Tryna catch his thrills
Oh he's tryna catch his thrills
Tryna catch his thrills, but they're gone now
Gone now, ooh

Waking up with you on weekends
We always sleep in
Was charging my phone when you told me dig deeper
But I'll just sit back and admire your features
We've come so far from when no one believed us
Help me change back into forms I remember
When spring came to an end you were
Just a friend, and I couldn't read you
You we're just probably confused, I'm not the type to make moves
But, something was different with you, I walked a mile in your shoes
And I'm not used to wearing masks all the time
I got used to changing faces on a dime
We can talk about my life for a change
Open up and let me fill the space
I'm not ashamed of my past, I'm just gon' look to my future
'Cause I'm just so scared I'm gon' lose it

And I let them down every time that I leave, it ain't hard to see
So, where do I come in?

Overall Meaning

The song DENIM by Laundry Day explores the complexities and uncertainties of a romantic relationship, and the struggle to understand and navigate through one's emotions. The first verse describes the nostalgia of looking back at a past relationship, comparing it to the controversial Kim Kardashian and Ray J relationship, which highlights the lack of longevity or permanence in the relationship. Despite this, the singer acknowledges that they can still share moments and experiences with the person.

The second verse discusses the transitions and changes in the relationship, with the mention of Rick Rubin, a famous producer, who is compared to Santa Claus. This may symbolize the singer's desires for guidance and support in their relationship struggles. The following lines, "Who you are, isn't one of my concerns" and "I ain't gotta put you on" may indicate a reluctance to commit or be vulnerable in the relationship.

The chorus emphasizes the fleeting nature of emotions and experiences, as the singer laments trying to hold onto their thrills and the decay of shared feelings. The bridge depicts the intimacy and comfort of weekends spent with the person, and the efforts to understand and connect with them on a deeper level. The final lines speak of the singer's fear of letting others down and their desire to create a better future.

Overall, DENIM touches upon themes of nostalgia, uncertainty, and the complexities of relationships, highlighting the relatable struggles of trying to maintain a meaningful connection with another person.

Line by Line Meaning

Lookin' back we was like Kim K and Ray J
In hindsight, we had a brief and intense relationship like Kim Kardashian and Ray J's infamous tape.

We ain't meant to be, but that doesn't mean we can't share it
Our relationship wasn't meant to last forever, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy it while it lasts.

Climbed up the stairwell, everything now is parallel
We've both individually grown and changed, but our paths will always be parallel.

Left Shangri-La and it felt like my parent's house
Leaving a seemingly perfect situation made me feel homesick and yearn for the familiar.

Rick Rubin came down to meet us
Renowned music producer Rick Rubin made time to meet with us.

He look just like Santa, he gave gifts like Santa
Rick Rubin resembled Santa Claus and generously shared his musical expertise.

Then drove off in a Tesla
Rick Rubin left in a luxurious Tesla car.

Baby boy, you better get up outta bed
You need to wake up and face the world.

There's a world out there that wants to get inside your head
There are endless possibilities and experiences waiting for you.

I woke up, everybody wanna talk
After achieving fame, everyone wants to talk to me.

'Cause the line suddenly got very short
However, my popularity can fade quickly.

What you want? (What you want?), I ain't gotta put you on (I ain't gotta put you on) Who you are (Who you are), Isn't one of my concerns (Isn't one of my concerns)
I don't need to know your name or status to interact with you.

On a flight, touching down
I'm currently traveling and arriving at my destination.

You will say we threw it all away (Even in the romance)
In hindsight, you may consider our relationship a missed opportunity.

Feelings that we're sharing will decay (Where's your ride home, man?)
Our emotional connection will inevitably deteriorate; meanwhile, you need to find a way to get home.

Armadillo, your shell's so tough
You're guarded and hard to open up to.

Why don't you answer me when I call?
I'm trying to reach out to you, but you're not responsive.

Please say you'll stay Just for the day
I'm asking for a temporary commitment from you to spend the day with me.

Tryna catch my thrills Tryna catch my thrills Tryna catch my thrills for too long now Tryna catch his thrills Oh he's tryna catch his thrills Tryna catch his thrills, but they're gone now Gone now, ooh
We've both been chasing after experiences that have already passed us by, and we're struggling to recapture them.

Waking up with you on weekends We always sleep in
We enjoy spending lazy weekends together and sleeping in late.

Was charging my phone when you told me dig deeper
You prompted me to reflect more deeply on myself when I was in the middle of a mundane task like charging my phone.

But I'll just sit back and admire your features
Instead of engaging in self-reflection, I'll focus on admiring your qualities.

We've come so far from when no one believed us
Despite facing doubt and skepticism, we've made progress and achieved success.

Help me change back into forms I remember
I want to get back in touch with who I used to be.

When spring came to an end you were Just a friend, and I couldn't read you
Our relationship began as a friendship, but I was unsure of your feelings for me.

You we're just probably confused, I'm not the type to make moves But, something was different with you, I walked a mile in your shoes
You may have been confused or hesitant, so I took the initiative to understand your perspective.

And I'm not used to wearing masks all the time I got used to changing faces on a dime
I'm not accustomed to hiding my true self, but I've become skilled at adapting to different situations and people.

We can talk about my life for a change Open up and let me fill the space
Let's switch the focus from you to me, and I'll share more about myself.

I'm not ashamed of my past, I'm just gon' look to my future 'Cause I'm just so scared I'm gon' lose it
I'm not ashamed of my past, but I'm anxious about my future and the possibility of losing everything I've gained.

And I let them down every time that I leave, it ain't hard to see So, where do I come in?
I disappoint people every time I leave or fail to meet their expectations, so I need to figure out where I fit in and how to improve.

Writer(s): Laundry Day

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