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Mondays: A Song, A Struggle, A Satire

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We all know that sinking feeling when the alarm clock blares on a Monday morning. It’s the unofficial anthem of dragging yourself out of bed, shaking off the weekend, and forcing yourself into the grind just to keep the lights on, put food on the table, and pay rent. Life, for many of us, feels like an endless cycle of working our best years away to line someone else’s pockets—some rich CEO sipping margaritas on their private yacht while we crawl through rush hour traffic, already counting down to Friday. It feels unfair, but unless you were born into a trust fund (and most of us weren’t), the grind isn’t optional.


That’s the spirit of “Mondays.” It’s a song about that deep, universal frustration and the small triumphs that help us push through. It’s about surviving the relentless march of routine and laughing at its absurdity, because if we don’t, we’d probably cry instead.



Funny enough, the song itself shares a little of that “Monday struggle” energy. It was actually recorded years ago, but life threw enough curveballs to delay its release—financial hiccups, COVID-19, relocating across the country, and all the chaos in between. It was one of those projects that I thought might never see the light of day. Yet somehow, now feels like the perfect time for it to make its debut.


Why now? Because the tools to make it happen have finally caught up with my vision. AI tools for video generation have become more widely accessible, and it turns out, all those years I spent teaching myself video editing and graphic design are finally paying off. The video for Mondays is a testament to that self-reliance. Using tools like Adobe, Final Cut Pro X, MidJourney, RunwayML, KlingAI, CapCut, and a little green screen magic, I was able to bring this project to life—on my terms.


As a musician, I’ve always been more interested in authenticity than gimmicks. I don’t love the idea of lip-syncing my music on TikTok or doing whatever trend happens to be going viral. That’s just not me. I want to create something real, something that gives people a genuine glimpse into the craft and the art. If it’s not raw, I want it to be meaningful and original—something that reflects who I am. That’s why the Mondays video leans into humor and heart with a lighthearted, satirical twist.


Enter: Animals in Human Roles.

Actual Footage From Mondays Official Music Video
Actual Footage From Mondays Official Music Video

There’s just something hilariously relatable about seeing cute animals playing out the roles of humans in a society that often feels ridiculous. A black lab in a construction vest, a raccoon as a garbage man, or a rabbit dressed as a nurse—these little characters bring the humor and levity we need to survive the grind. Watching them hustle through human tasks is a funny way to step back and laugh at the absurdity of our own lives.


Maybe this is how my pets feel watching me every morning—dragging myself out of bed, donning my scrubs, sitting in traffic, and coming home exhausted. It’s all part of the parody, right? Mondays is more than just a song. It’s a reflection of that satirical, existential question: “Why do we do this to ourselves?” But it’s also a celebration of resilience. Despite the grind, we get up and keep moving.




For me, making this video was a labor of love and a reminder of why I’m doing what I do. It’s not about following trends or trying to keep up with flashy performances. It’s about creating something unique, staying true to myself, and hopefully giving people something to connect with—whether that’s the music itself or the humor in the video.


So, here’s to Mondays—the song, the struggle, and the satire. If nothing else, I hope it reminds you to laugh a little, even when you’re stuck in the grind.


Cheers,

Phil

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