Ajr - Way | Less Sad (official Video)

: A core theme is "setting the bar real low" to avoid the exhaustion of constant disappointment.

: The band describes it as an "ironic party song" that pairs serious mental health struggles with high-energy production. AJR - Way Less Sad (Official Video)

: The "underwater" scenes were entirely fake , achieved by filming in empty meeting pods with strings attached to Jack's hat. Meaning & Impact : A core theme is "setting the bar

: Reviewers from The Crimson highlight its honesty about not being "a-okay" and the importance of accepting incremental growth. Explore More AJR - Way Less Sad (Official Video)

: The band notes the track technically took decades to finish because it samples home movies from their childhood.

: The brass hook is a sample from the Simon & Garfunkel song "My Little Town".