i meant to be an adult today but yet here we are

Certified Adulting Attempted
Sale price$29.99
For the well-intentioned, the pajama-clad by 2 PM, and everyone whose grown-up plans dissolved by breakfast. Soft, comfy 100% ring-spun cotton for adulthood in progress. The intention was real. The follow-through called in sick.
  • Everyday ComfortEveryday Comfort
  • Relatable ApprovedRelatable Approved
  • Reliable QualityReliable Quality
Color: Black Heather
Size: S
Shirt Size Chart
Refer to images for visual sizing information.

LENGTH WIDTH CHEST
XS (inches) 27 16 31-34
S (inches) 28 18 34-37
M (inches) 29 20 38-41
L (inches) 30 22 42-45
XL (inches) 31 24 46-49
2XL (inches) 32 26 50-53
3XL (inches) 33 28 54-57
4XL (inches) 34 30 58-61
5XL (inches) 35 31 62-65

Shipped before the next verse

Ordered today, on the road within 48 hours.

Made by musicians

If it doesn't get a laugh at camp, it doesn't get printed.

Easy returns, no sad songs

7 days to send it back, no questions asked.

Reschedule adulthood with this comfortably defeated Unisex Jersey T-Shirt featuring the "i meant to be an adult today but yet here we are" design. Soft, lightweight cotton wears easily in practice rooms, lessons, rehearsals, music camps, or a casual day that never left the couch. The plan was solid: pay the bills, answer the emails, practice the etude, be a functioning grown-up. Then a new tune got stuck in your head, the metronome became a suggestion, and suddenly it's two in the afternoon and the only thing accomplished is learning a bridge that nobody asked for. Musicians are professional adults roughly forty percent of the time. The rest is rehearsal. The intention was real. The follow-through called in sick. Great for gifting during holidays, birthdays, recitals, or a college student's first apartment, this tee resonates with musicians, students, teachers on summer break, and anyone who appreciates both adulting-in-progress humor and comfort in their everyday wear.

Product features

  • Made from 100% combed and ring-spun cotton for a soft, lightweight feel (Heather colors contain polyester).
  • Classic crew neckline with a ribbed collar that keeps its shape.
  • Side-seamed construction for a modern, flattering unisex fit.
  • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping for extra durability at the seams.
  • Pre-shrunk fabric that holds its size and shape wash after wash.

Care instructions

  • Do not dryclean
  • Do not bleach
  • Tumble dry: low heat
  • Iron, steam or dry: low heat
  • Machine wash: cold (max 30C or 90F), with similar colors

This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!

Fabric: 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (Heather colors contain polyester)

Fabric weight: 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²)

Fit: Unisex classic fit, true to size

Neckline: Crew neck with ribbed collar

Sleeve: Short sleeve

Construction: Side-seamed, shoulder-to-shoulder taping

Fabric care: Pre-shrunk, machine washable

Print: Fade-resistant, permanent design print

Sizes: S – 2XL

Colors: 15 color options available

Note: Lighter colors are slightly sheer and may appear see-through under certain lighting

Everything is made to order, so here's exactly what to expect.

Processing: 2–5 business days to print and pack. Longer during camp season and holidays; we'll email you if anything slips.

Rates: calculated at checkout based on where you are. No surprises.

Upgrades: faster options appear at checkout where they're available in your region.

Tracking: emailed the moment your order ships.

Delays: weather, holidays and customs are beyond us. We'd hand-deliver with a bow if we could. We'll keep you posted.

International orders: customs fees, duties and import taxes are the buyer's responsibility and aren't included in our prices.

Returns, exchanges and cancellations on non-custom items:

Contact us within 7 days of delivery to start a return, then send it back within 14 days.

Changed your mind? Cancel within 12 hours of ordering.

Return shipping is on you. Items need to come back unworn and in original condition — full refund minus original shipping.

Arrived damaged? Email photos within 7 days and we'll send a replacement. Keep the original.

Custom pieces can't be returned unless they arrive damaged or defective.

Built by musicians. Adulting in rehearsal.

Designed for the well-intentioned musicians whose grown-up plans dissolved somewhere around the second cup of coffee. Every tee blends premium comfort with a personality all its own: soft, effortless, and made to move with you.

Why We Chose This Shirt

  • Premium Bella+Canvas 3001
  • Soft, lightweight, broken-in feel
  • Unisex modern fit
  • Gets even softer with every wash

We chose the Bella+Canvas 3001 because it’s the kind of shirt people reach for first. Soft, lightweight, and comfortably broken-in from day one. Think of your favorite T-shirt that’s been washed and loved for years. If you’re looking for a thick, heavyweight tee, this probably isn’t it… and that’s exactly why we chose it.

VERIFIED CUSTOMER REVIEWS

Real musicians. Real opinions. Zero mercy.

★★★★★

Rosalie D. ✓ Verified purchase

Lowercase and all, this is exactly how I feel every Saturday. So soft I've basically lived in it.

★★★★★

Ambrose Kelley ✓ Verified purchase

Got this for my son in his first year of music school. He said it's too real and wore it to class the next day. Great fit.

★★★★★

Noelle P. ✓ Verified purchase

Comfy, funny, and the relaxed fit is perfect for lounging or for pretending to run errands.

★★★★★

Lindsay H. ✓ Verified purchase

The saying is great and the fit is fine, but the fabric is thinner than I expected. Would have liked something a little more substantial.