Bad State of Mind

"Bad State of Mind" is a song by American southern rock and country rock band Treaty Oak Revival, released on February 14, 2025, as the second single from their third studio album West Texas Degenerate.

Background

Treaty Oak Revival described the song as "our gift to those who might be having a bad time on Valentine's Day."

Composition

"Bad State of Mind" is a country rock song. Over layers of guitar, Sam Canty delivers emotional lyrics as he addresses his negative, intrusive thoughts and frustration with circumstances beyond his control, while hoping to move past this state soon.

Live performances

Treaty Oak Revival performed the song on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on April 21, 2025.