Q.O.D.
Mallory Knox Lyrics


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My dear Amelia, is it wrong to wish for more than just your name
And if I could come home it's safe to say
That bombing runs and machine guns would try and beat me back
The world and all it's hatred couldn't keep me off my track

Your all I know
Your all I know
And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted
And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted

Could be the Queen of Diamonds, but you never kiss and tell

I'll write to you a thousand times but your reply always fails
You know my head becomes so weary
And baby my hands become so cold
So here's just one last note I'll write to you baby
My dear Amelia
Could I be so bold to say

Your all I know
Your all I know

And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted
And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted
Sing it up speak it out so true
I'm still in love, still in love with you
And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted

And your all I know

And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted
And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted
Sing it up speak it out so true
I'm still in love, still in love with you




And was it what, was it what you wanted
Was it what, was it what you wanted

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Mallory Knox's song Q.O.D. tell the story of a soldier who is writing to his beloved named Amelia from war-torn conditions. The soldier first questions if it is wrong to wish for more than just her name, implying that he wants to be with her in person rather than relying on letters. He mentions that if he could come home, the dangers of war could not stop him, as his love for her is strong enough to conquer all of that.


The next few lines express the soldier's weariness, both physically and emotionally. Despite the many times he had written to her, she never replied, leaving him feeling alone and cold. The song ends with the soldier questioning if Amelia ever wanted the same level of commitment, love, and dedication that he had bestowed on her.


The song is a commentary on the difficulties of long-distance relationships, especially during war times. The lyrics showcase the soldier's determination to remain loyal and faithful to his love, even when faced with adversity. The song is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices that soldiers make and the love that they carry in their hearts.


Line by Line Meaning

My dear Amelia, is it wrong to wish for more than just your name
Addressing someone he cares about, the singer wonders if it's too much to hope for a deeper connection than just knowing their name.


And if I could come home it's safe to say That bombing runs and machine guns would try and beat me back The world and all it's hatred couldn't keep me off my track
If the singer were to return home, the challenges he'd face (in the form of violence and hate) would not stop him from pursuing what he wants.


Your all I know Your all I know
The person the singer is addressing is the most important thing in their life.


Could be the Queen of Diamonds, but you never kiss and tell
The person the artist cares about holds their intimate moments close to their heart and doesn't share them with others.


I'll write to you a thousand times but your reply always fails You know my head becomes so weary And baby my hands become so cold So here's just one last note I'll write to you baby My dear Amelia Could I be so bold to say
The artist has tried time and time again to communicate with the person they care about, but to no avail. The lack of response has left the artist feeling tired and alone, prompting them to write one final note to express how they feel.


And was it what, was it what you wanted Was it what, was it what you wanted And was it what, was it what you wanted Was it what, was it what you wanted
The singer is questioning if the effort they put into the relationship was what the other person wanted, and if it ultimately led to a positive outcome.


Sing it up speak it out so true I'm still in love, still in love with you And was it what, was it what you wanted Was it what, was it what you wanted
The singer affirms their love for the person they care about and once again asks if their actions were in line with what the other person wanted.


And your all I know And was it what, was it what you wanted Was it what, was it what you wanted
The person the artist cares about is the only thing they truly understand and they want to know if their efforts were reciprocated and appreciated.




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