Background and release
In the early stages of writing the band's third studio album, lead singer Adalita Srsen had dealt with a lot of angst and emotionally raw issues in the previous releases and was now in a different headspace. In 2018, Srsen reflected with Double J saying "I just wanted to write happy stuff and poppier, upbeat stuff". On a train ride home one night, Adalita said she jotted down some lyrics and chords to a new song. Days later, sifting through her recorder, intending to show bassist Dean Turner another song, the cassette stopped at her rough version of "Dirty Jeans". Turner asked her what it was and Adalita was dismissive of the song. She said "I was a bit sceptical about 'Dirty Jeans' and I was not sold on that song for a long time.". The band's excitement ramped up when they decided they could have a heap of fun, hamming things up with the sound of the song. The song was released in July 2000. Adalita says "It's brought us so much abundance, fans and great shows. It's done so much for us, just that one song, so we owe a lot to it, even though it's just this cute funny, anomaly.".Reception
Mushroom music described the song as "anthemic guitar pop smash". Double J said "With its bright pop hooks, handclaps and Ronettes inspiration shining through, you can understand why 'Dirty Jeans' remains one of Magic Dirt's most subversive moments."Track listings
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References
{{authority control 2000 singles 2000 songs East West Records singles Warner Music Australasia singles