Oh No!
Marina %26 the Diamonds Lyrics
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I'm only after success
Don't need a relationship
I'll never soften my grip
Don't want cash, don't want card
Want it fast, want it hard
Don't need money
I just want to make a change
I just wanna change
I just wanna change
I just wanna change
I just wanna change
I just wanna change
I know exactly what I want and who I want to be
I know exactly why I walk and talk like a machine
I'm now becoming my own self-fulfilled prophecy
Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh
One track mind, one track heart
If I fail, I'll fall apart
Maybe it is all a test
Cause I feel like I'm the worst,
So I always act like I'm the best
If you are not very careful
Your possessions will possess you
TV taught me how to feel
Now real life has no appeal
It has no appeal
It has no appeal
It has no appeal
It has no appeal
It has no appeal
I know exactly what I want and who I want to be
I know exactly why I walk and talk like a machine
I'm now becoming my own self-fulfilled prophecy
Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh
I know exactly what I want and who I want to be
I know exactly why I walk and talk like a machine
I'm now becoming my own self-fulfilled prophecy
Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh
I'm gonna live I'm gonna fly
I'm gonna fail I'm gonna die
I'm gonna live I'm gonna fly
I'm gonna fail I'm gonna die die die die
I know exactly what I want and who I want to be
I know exactly why I walk and talk like a machine
I'm now becoming my own self-fulfilled prophecy
Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh
I know exactly what I want and who I want to be
I know exactly why I walk and talk like a machine
I'm now becoming my own self-fulfilled prophecy
Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh
Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh
The lyrics of Marina & the Diamonds's "Oh No!" is about the singer's unwavering determination to succeed in her career. She wants to make a change and accomplish her goals, and she has no time for love, relationships, or possessions. The line "I'll never soften my grip" suggests that she will not let go of her ambitions and is not afraid to chase them relentlessly. Marina acknowledges that her personality is one-track-minded and that it is a test of her abilities; if she fails, she will fall apart, but if she succeeds, she will thrive. The chorus, "I know exactly what I want and who I want to be," reinforces her confidence and determination.
The bridge of the song introduces a contrast between TV and real life. Marina suggests that television has taught her how to feel about life, causing her to change her perception and find real life unappealing. Still, Marina refuses to be beholden to material possessions, believing that they can control one's life. The song's final phrase, "Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh," repeats the song's main theme and accentuates Marina's resolve to achieve her goals.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't do love, don't do friends
I am not interested in romantic love or friendship.
I'm only after success
My goal is to achieve great success in life.
Don't need a relationship
I do not require a romantic relationship to be happy.
I'll never soften my grip
I will not compromise on my goals and ambitions.
Don't want cash, don't want card
I am not interested in material possessions.
Want it fast, want it hard
I am focused on achieving success quickly and efficiently.
Don't need money
Money is not a primary motivator for me.
Don't need fame
I am not driven by a desire for fame or recognition.
I just want to make a change
I am passionate about creating positive change in the world.
I know exactly what I want and who I want to be
I have a clear sense of my goals and aspirations.
I know exactly why I walk and talk like a machine
I am highly disciplined and focused on my ambitions.
I'm now becoming my own self-fulfilled prophecy
I am taking action to make my dreams and aspirations a reality.
One track mind, one track heart
I am highly focused and committed to my goals.
If I fail, I'll fall apart
I am deeply invested in my success and failure is not an option.
Maybe it is all a test
I view life's challenges as opportunities for growth.
Cause I feel like I'm the worst,
I struggle with self-doubt and low self-esteem.
So I always act like I'm the best
To compensate for my insecurities, I present a confident exterior.
If you are not very careful
Material possessions can become an unhealthy fixation.
Your possessions will possess you
Material possessions can take over your life and detract from more important priorities.
TV taught me how to feel
Media can shape our perceptions and emotions.
Now real life has no appeal
Real life can seem mundane and uninteresting compared to media and entertainment.
I'm gonna live I'm gonna fly
I am committed to living life to the fullest.
I'm gonna fail I'm gonna die
Failure and mortality are inevitable parts of the human experience.
I know exactly what I want and who I want to be
My goals and aspirations are clearly defined.
I'm now becoming my own self-fulfilled prophecy
I am taking concrete steps to achieve my goals and make my dreams a reality.
Oh, oh no, oh no, oh no, oh
Expressing a sense of urgency and passion for achieving my goals.
Contributed by Madelyn K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.