Jeremiah Bones

Jeremiah Bones embodies a unique blend of charisma, authenticity, and artistic talent that makes him stand out as more than just a musician; he’s a storyteller. Known for his raw, no-nonsense approach, Jeremiah connects with audiences on a deep level, bringing a refreshing practicality to his work. His passion for music goes beyond mere performance—it’s a channel for his personal narratives, rich experiences, and hard-earned wisdom. Each song he releases has a tangible honesty to it, shaped by his life’s ups and downs and his unwavering commitment to staying true to his roots.

As a person, Jeremiah exudes a kind of magnetic energy that draws people in, whether on stage or in conversation. His laid-back demeanor and straightforward style make him approachable, yet he carries a presence that commands respect. He’s someone who can engage with a wide range of topics, always offering a perspective that’s genuine and grounded. With every new project, Jeremiah brings listeners closer to his world, showcasing not only his musical versatility but also the integrity and passion that fuel his journey as an artist and individual.

Chris:
Welcome back to Coffee on the Couch. I’m Chris, your host, and today we’ve got an exciting guest returning for round two, Jeremiah Bones. For those of you who tuned in last time, you’ll remember Jeremiah as an absolute powerhouse, both in the music studio and in his relentless work with his nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting enlisted service members and veterans. Our first interview was a slam dunk—engaging, insightful, and I’ll admit, a blast from start to finish.

Jeremiah is back to talk about his latest single, Just Like Us, and we’ll be digging into some real talk on the music, the message, and the mission behind his work. So grab your coffee, settle in, and get ready for an impactful conversation with one of the most genuine voices out there. So welcome, Jeremiah, back to the show.

Jeremiah Bones:

Just like us – Jeremiah Bones

[Microphone was off] That whole time, thank you so much for that introduction, man. Thank you so much for having me back. You’re welcome; I really appreciate it. Super kind words, dude—I really don’t know what to say to that other than thank you, that’s all I can say. I’m excited to be here, and thanks so much for having me. I’m looking forward to getting into the down and dirty with the new jams.

Chris:
Yeah, I’m excited to dig in too. I mean, it was definitely an enjoyable experience last time, even though I was sick with a head cold, but we’re rocking and rolling. I’ve got my coffee and I’m good to go.

Jeremiah Bones:
That’s awesome.

Chris:
All right, Jeremiah, first question. Just Like Us hits on a powerful theme. What was the pivotal moment that sparked the creation of this song? What emotions did you want to convey to both civilian and military listeners?

Jeremiah Bones:
Well, that’s a great question. I wrote that song with a structure similar to another song I’d written, and I was playing around with the chord progression in a different way. I thought, “Wow, I really like this, and I want to see what I could do harmony-wise differently than in some of these other songs.” That song is one I like to call a “lightning bolt song.” As soon as I came up with the chorus and wrote it, I ended up writing the rest of the song in about an hour—just in and out, done.
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Chris:
But for many people, creating music could be a form of therapy. For you, as both a musician and a veteran advocate, what part of the creative process in Just Like Us felt more cathartic or transformative?

Jeremiah Bones:
Well, I think… let me… So all my music to me is cathartic. All of it. I don’t—uh, I hate filler words, and I hate like, you know what I mean? The beauty, I think, for me is that I’ve been writing songs for 15 years, and I have so many songs. And I’ve never known like, where’s this going to go? or what’s that going to— and like, this is the first time I’ve ever been like, well, that doesn’t matter. Let’s just put it out there. Right? Like it doesn’t matter what the song is, what it’s about, or where it comes from. Let’s just get it out. It captures a moment in time. It captures an idea.

Really pushing into that, every song, because of that mentality, is like, hey, let’s get the song done. Because once it’s done, we can release it. Once we release it, you know, just like Tom Brady style—what’s your favorite song? My favorite song is always going to be the next one. And I love music because once it’s done, it’s done. You get to release new music and more stuff, and maybe not everyone’s going to jive with all this or what, but like, it’s done.

With that mentality, literally all of my music is cathartic, and all of it’s therapeutic. I used to not be… Believe it or not, it took me a long time to be able to write happy songs. I was in this zone where I was only writing really sad and dark stuff, and people would be like, Are you okay? Like, Nah, I think so.

It wasn’t until I did a lot of therapeutic work on myself that I was able to put a lot of my own demons to rest and write from those happy places. Just Like Us was a song that came from a cathartically happy moment. I love spending quality time, I love going on random off-road adventures with my wife, I love sleeping in and not worrying about anything or anybody else, right? Those are the beautiful moments you live for. So that’s definitely cathartic, definitely therapeutic.

I think, across the board, music is therapeutic. We’ve had that conversation several times, and I’ll probably say that until I’m blue in the face. I wouldn’t be doing any of this if it wasn’t a form of self-care for me. And so, I’ll stop that answer there because I could get into more things. But I really… I love—I’m addicted to—how therapeutic music is.

Jeremiahs Links:
Tiktok: @Jeremiah bones official
YouTube: Jeremiah Bones
Facebook: Jeremiahbonesofficial
Instagram:Jeremiah bones
Facebook Non-profit page: The minus 22 foundation