The official music video for " Kissing Families " was released in 2005. It serves as a visual companion to the lead track of their debut EP, Pikul . Video and Song Background Director: The video was directed by Suzie Vlcek .

It touches on the complexities of emotional intimacy, ranging from healthy, close-knit connections to the suffocating nature of codependency or generational dysfunction.

Brian Aubert has noted that "Kissing Families" was one of the very first tracks the band ever recorded, originally captured on a low-quality cassette tape. It is widely considered a fan favorite for its raw emotional energy and its dynamic shift from melodic verses to a powerful, distorted climax.

The track features cello work from Tanya Haden , a prominent member of the Silverlake music scene. Themes and Interpretation

The video features the band performing in a dreamlike, domestic setting with surreal elements, such as bassist Nikki Monninger levitating.

The lyrics "Move on, roll along" and "now I know just where I stand" suggest a moment of self-realization and the bittersweet necessity of leaving home to gain independence.