No Mark
Lilly Wood & The Prick Lyrics


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Last October by the sea or the ocean, I don't really remember.
But anyway I met this guy, and we played cards.
I didn't really like him at first, I thought he was so pretentious.
But I was wrong and I realize that now.
You know how crazy it is when you meet someone
And you spend a few hours with them
And you never really recover from it?
You get real mad at yourself and real mad at them too.
Then it's gone and you wonder if it is hate or love
But it can't be hate or love cause I don't even know the guy.

He loved me with no mark no mark
He loved me with no mark no mark

Then last January I met this first guy's best friend
And we listened to music for hours.
You know how crazy it is when you meet someone
And it feels like you've known them forever.
You get really excited and start expecting things
And you realize you're on your own
Cause the guy is lost and you're pretty lost too.
Then it's all gone and you regret meeting both of them.
I think if you expect too much of things and people in general
You can only be disappointed.

He loved me with no mark no mark
He loved me with no mark no mark

I want you to mark me right now
I want you to mark me right now




I want you to mark me right now
I want you to mark me right now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Lilly Wood & The Prick's song "No Mark" speak to the complexities and unpredictability of human connections. The singer recounts two separate encounters with different men and reflects on the impact these encounters had on her emotional state.


In the first verse, the singer recalls meeting a guy while by the sea or the ocean. Initially, she had a negative impression of him, finding him pretentious. However, as time passes, she realizes that she was wrong about him. She describes the intensity of their connection, stating that spending a few hours with someone can leave a lasting impact. This emotional intensity leads to a mix of anger and confusion within herself as she tries to understand if her feelings are hate or love, despite not truly knowing the person at all.


In the second verse, the singer recounts meeting another guy, who happens to be the best friend of the previous guy she met. Their connection feels immediate and familiar, as if they have known each other for a long time. However, she finds herself getting caught up in expectations and realizes that both she and the guy are lost in their own ways. The intensity quickly fades away, leaving her with regret for having placed too much hope and expectation on these encounters.


The repeated refrain of "He loved me with no mark no mark" suggests that the singer experienced love without any markings or clear indications of what it meant. This could imply a love that was fleeting, undefined, or lacking depth, yet still left an emotional impact. The final plea in the bridge, "I want you to mark me right now," could be seen as a desire for a genuine and authentic connection, one that leaves a lasting and meaningful imprint.


Overall, "No Mark" explores the fleeting nature of connections, the tendency to idealize and expect too much from others, and the emotions that arise from these encounters.


Line by Line Meaning

Last October by the sea or the ocean, I don't really remember.
In the past, during the month of October, I had an encounter near a body of water, although I'm not exactly sure which one.


But anyway I met this guy, and we played cards.
Regardless, I had the chance to meet a man and engage in a game of cards together.


I didn't really like him at first, I thought he was so pretentious.
Initially, I didn't have a positive impression of him as I found him to be egotistical and insincere.


But I was wrong and I realize that now.
However, I eventually realized my initial judgment was incorrect and I now understand my mistake.


You know how crazy it is when you meet someone
You may be familiar with the intense, unpredictable nature of encountering another person.


And you spend a few hours with them
Spending just a few hours in their company.


And you never really recover from it?
And finding it challenging to fully move on from that experience.


You get real mad at yourself and real mad at them too.
Experiencing strong anger towards both oneself and the other person.


Then it's gone and you wonder if it is hate or love
However, those intense emotions eventually dissipate, leaving you uncertain if it was fueled by hatred or love.


But it can't be hate or love cause I don't even know the guy.
Yet, it cannot truly be hate or love since I don't even possess a deep understanding of this individual.


He loved me with no mark no mark
This person expressed love towards me without any visible evidence or indication.


Then last January I met this first guy's best friend
Moving forward to the following January, I encountered the close friend of the initial person I met.


And we listened to music for hours.
We spent a considerable amount of time simply enjoying music together.


You know how crazy it is when you meet someone
Once again, you may be familiar with the overwhelming nature of meeting someone new.


And it feels like you've known them forever.
Creating a sense of deep familiarity as if you have been acquainted with them for an extended period.


You get really excited and start expecting things
A surge of excitement arises, accompanied by the tendency to develop expectations.


And you realize you're on your own
However, you come to the realization that you are alone in this situation.


Cause the guy is lost and you're pretty lost too.
This is because the person you met is also uncertain and disoriented, and you find yourself in a similar state.


Then it's all gone and you regret meeting both of them.
Eventually, all those expectations and connections fade away, leading to a feeling of regret for crossing paths with both individuals.


I think if you expect too much of things and people in general
I believe that when one sets excessively high expectations for both things and individuals in general,


You can only be disappointed.
The inevitable outcome is disappointment.


He loved me with no mark no mark
This person expressed love towards me without any visible evidence or indication.


I want you to mark me right now
At this very moment, I desire for you to leave a lasting impression on me.


I want you to mark me right now
I want you to make a significant impact on me instantly.


I want you to mark me right now
Presently, I long for you to make an indelible mark on my being.


I want you to mark me right now
In this very moment, my desire is for you to leave a lasting imprint on my soul.




Lyrics © CHOKE INDUSTRY, WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: NILI BEN MEIR, BENJAMIN COTTO, PIERRE GUIMARD

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