"Mummified Mom" by Harley Poe is a song that showcases a unique and somewhat dark perspective on love, loss, and the bond between a mother and child. The song depicts the singer's deep affection for their mother, describing her as the coolest person they know. The lyrics portray the singer's admiration for their mother's qualities, such as her love for shopping, attending church, and her role as a caretaker. The singer emphasizes the strong connection they share with their mother, acknowledging the limited time they have together as life is fleeting. They acknowledge that one day their mother will pass away. In an attempt to keep their connection alive even after her passing, the singer expresses a desire to mummify their mother. They refer to the ancient Egyptian practice of preserving bodies and suggest using safety pins to keep her together. The lyrics imply that the desire to mummify their mother stems from wanting to have her physically present in their lives even after her death. The mention of going to heaven and Hades indicates the singer's belief in an afterlife. They express sadness in the thought of not being reunited with their mother after death, expressing a longing to keep her close by mummifying her. Despite the morbid nature of the topic, the song also carries a sense of humor. The singer mentions swimming in their mother's pool and how she would look cool wrapped in their cast, highlighting a light-hearted aspect to the situation. Overall, "Mummified Mom" explores the love, admiration, and grief associated with the singer's unique desire to preserve their mother's physical presence in their life, even after death.
