The song "Mark My Words" by Hatebreed is about the feeling of being deceived and used by someone or something. The lyrics express the realization of being blind to the truth and how one's life has been manipulated for something insignificant or unimportant. The chorus emphasizes the suffering endured through the pain caused by this deception, and urges the listener to remember the face of the person responsible. The phrase "I'm digging your grave" suggests a metaphorical revenge or retribution for the betrayals experienced. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of something that was once considered sacred or significant being corrupted or turned into something wrong or exploitative. The narrator refuses to be influenced by this deception again, asserting their determination to never let it happen. Overall, "Mark My Words" conveys a sense of anger, defiance, and a refusal to be taken advantage of again. The song serves as a cathartic expression of the emotions associated with being deceived and the need for justice or closure.
