Lyric discussion by Marvinparsons 

Cover art for Mariette lyrics by Mark Kozelek & Desertshore

This song is obviously about a relationship where the two people want different things. Mark is completely content with the status quo while "Mariette" wants more. Mark seems to be ignoring this pretty major problem and completely living in the moment. This relationship isn't going to work, but it isn't going to ruin his day, at least not yet. The relaxed music and the slow fade at the end perfectly reflect Mark's own mood.