No Good
røse Lyrics
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Further down the line there could be hope
A girl whose greatness will prove something more
A beauty no one will know
But in the present you have me
A flower of fallen seed
Me, I'm the first but not the last
Hey baby, won't you let me come
And kiss you all night long, all night long
But don't worry, I won't tell nobody
That you are the one until dawn
I'm nothing like the vision you once formed
So far from perfect, this you can't ignore
My wisdom's flown, my sense is gone
So take my voice
What's left of me?
A flower of fallen seed
Me, I'm the first but not the last
'Cause I know what's coming
Hey baby, won't you let me come
And kiss you all night long, all night long
But don't worry, I won't tell nobody
That you are the one until dawn
Wasn't looking for a safe haven
I wanted fire within
Oh how we fought, never gave in
Now when you're looking at me
I swore I'd never fall
It does no good, no good at all
Hey baby, won't you let me come
And kiss you all night long, all night long
But don't worry, I won't tell nobody
That you are the one until dawn
Hey baby, won't you let me come
And kiss you all night long, all night long
But don't worry, I won't tell nobody
That you are the one until dawn
The lyrics to "No Good" by røse depict a situation where the singer acknowledges their flaws and imperfections, feeling inadequate in comparison to someone else. They emphasize that although they may not fit the idealized image that was once desired, they still have value and something to offer in the present moment. The singer feels like a "flower of fallen seed," suggesting that they may have experienced difficulties or setbacks in life, but they are still the first in a series of experiences that will eventually lead to growth and self-discovery. Despite their shortcomings, they are aware of what the future holds, indicating a sense of resilience and confidence in their own journey.
The first verse implies that there is another girl who possesses qualities of greatness and beauty that no one knows about. It can be interpreted as the singer feeling insecure or inferior in comparison to this idealized person. However, in the present, the singer expresses their desire to be close to the person they are addressing, to kiss them all night long, promising not to reveal their true feelings until dawn. This suggests a longing for intimacy and connection, while also keeping their emotions hidden or unacknowledged.
In the second verse, the singer claims to be nothing like the vision the other person once had, emphasizing their flaws and lack of perfection. Their wisdom and sense seem to have diminished, and they offer the other person to take their voice, symbolizing a willingness to conform and meet the other person's expectations. Again, the singer reiterates their awareness of the future and what it holds for them, showcasing their acceptance of their current state.
The bridge introduces a change in perspective, suggesting that the singer was not originally looking for a safe and comfortable relationship but rather something more passionate and intense. They reference fighting and not giving in, indicating a significant struggle within the relationship. Despite their initial resistance to falling in love, they admit that it does no good at all to resist their emotions, foreshadowing a potential surrender to their feelings.
Overall, the lyrics of "No Good" convey a sense of self-awareness and acceptance of personal flaws while expressing a desire for connection and intimacy with another person.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm not the oil painting you once bought
I am not the perfect, idealized version of myself that you initially saw and desired.
Further down the line there could be hope
There is a possibility of finding hope and improvement in the future.
A girl whose greatness will prove something more
A woman who will demonstrate qualities and abilities that exceed initial expectations.
A beauty no one will know
An inner beauty that remains hidden and undiscovered by others.
But in the present you have me
However, at this moment, you have me as I am.
A flower of fallen seed
A symbol of growth and beauty that emerged from a difficult or challenging past.
Me, I'm the first but not the last
I am the initial representation of something new or different, but there will be more to follow.
'Cause I know what's coming
Because I am aware of what the future holds.
Hey baby, won't you let me come
Hey, darling, can I have the chance to be with you?
And kiss you all night long, all night long
To passionately and affectionately kiss you throughout the entire night.
But don't worry, I won't tell nobody
Don't worry, I won't reveal our secret to anyone.
That you are the one until dawn
That you are the person who holds a significant place in my heart until the morning comes.
I'm nothing like the vision you once formed
I am not the embodiment of the image or idea that you had imagined previously.
So far from perfect, this you can't ignore
I am far from flawless, and it is impossible for you to overlook.
My wisdom's flown, my sense is gone
I have lost my wisdom, and my ability to make sensible decisions is diminished.
So take my voice
Take away my ability to speak or express myself.
What's left of me?
What remains of my identity and existence?
Wasn't looking for a safe haven
I wasn't searching for a place of refuge or security.
I wanted fire within
I desired passion and intensity.
Oh how we fought, never gave in
We engaged in conflicts but never surrendered or gave up.
Now when you're looking at me
Now, as you observe me.
I swore I'd never fall
I promised myself that I would never succumb to vulnerability or emotional attachment.
It does no good, no good at all
Falling in love or developing feelings does not bring any positive benefits.
Lyrics © RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: Lucy Rose Parton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
J1mb0
***** If you want to stay within the realm of EDM, here are a few of my favorites that don't really fit into a specific mold of a genre:
Nomak - Clint
KR$CHN - So Far Away
Lapalux - Closure
Chet Porter - Pls Stay The Night
Zack The Lad - Music
Modestep - Machines
I'd also say try using Soundcloud as an avenue for finding new music, you follow one artist and he reposts all kinds of great stuff from the EDM world. It's a beautiful place.
MrSuicideSheep
Day 5 of 'Experimental Week'! I hope you guys have been enjoying the slightly different tracks these past few days. I know these weeks are always a little controversial but I feel it's important to expand your horizons. Fair enough if you genuinely don't like any of the tracks but if you keep an open mind you might fall in love with something you never expected to like :)
AutumnFeels
MrSuicideSheep I'm actually really glad that you are uploading tracks like these. Its so good to hear some different sounds on the channel. Keeps me in a good mood and makes me able to explore new music! Thanks for the awesome selection.
Bram
MrSuicideSheep Great upload Sheepy, I really like the experimental tracks. You are my favorite music channel, and I like a lot :)
AutumnFeels
Conslight Glad you do! Now I'm sure that I'm not the only one haha!
SailorMojo
Really like the experimental tracks. It's always great to hear different music! Especially when it's still fantastic :)
Bram
Alex Colledge Its a remix of a track by The prodigy, I think its called no good or someting :)
Deadcobaye
Still one of my favorite song to this time, yet it still isn't on Spotify, life is sometimes a joker.
Ivan Flensburg
back 2 years later, can't get enough of that funky-goofey-noicey-drop at 3:00 <333
Jimmy Cocao Butt
come back 4 years after that
Ivan Flensburg
@Jimmy Cocao Butt Hello. Unfortunately haven't listened to this song much since last comment. Doesn't make the song any worse though :)