Little Lion Man

Mumford & Sons

About Little Lion Man

"Little Lion Man" is the debut single by English folk rock band Mumford & Sons. It was released as the lead single from their debut studio album, Sigh No More, on 11 August 2009 in the United Kingdom. The song had a positive commercial performance, charting in several countries and peaking within the top twenty in Australia, Belgium (Flanders), Ireland, and New Zealand.


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2009
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Weep for yourself, my man,
You'll never be what is in your heart
Weep little lion man,
You're not as brave as you were at the start
Rate yourself and rake yourself,
Take all the courage you have left
Wasted on fixing all the problems that you made in your own head

But it was not your fault but mine
And it was your heart on the line
I really fucked it up this time
Didn't I, my dear?
Didn't I, my dear?

Tremble for yourself, my man,
You know that you have seen this all before
Tremble little lion man,
You'll never settle any of your scores
Your grace is wasted in your face,
Your boldness stands alone among the wreck
Now learn from your mother or else spend your days biting your own neck

But it was not your fault but mine
And it was your heart on the line
I really fucked it up this time
Didn't I, my dear?

But it was not your fault but mine
And it was your heart on the line
I really fucked it up this time
Didn't I, my dear?
Didn't I, my dear?

But it was not your fault but mine
And it was your heart on the line
I really fucked it up this time
Didn't I, my dear?

But it was not your fault but mine
And it was your heart on the line
I really fucked it up this time
Didn't I, my dear?
Didn't I, my dear?

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Mumford & Sons

Mumford & Sons are an English rock band. The band consists of Marcus Mumford (vocals, guitar, drums, mandolin), Ben Lovett (vocals, keyboards, accordion, drums), "Country" Winston Marshall (vocals, banjo, dobro, guitar), and Ted Dwane (vocals, string bass, drums, guitar). Mumford & Sons formed in December 2007, emerging out of what some in the media labeled the "West London folk scene" with other artists such as Laura Marling, Johnny Flynn and Noah and the Whale. more »

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Written by: Benjamin Walter David Lovett, Edward James Milton Dwane, Marcus Oliver Johnstone Mumford, Winston Aubrey Aladar Marshall

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10 facts about this song

Award Recognition
The song "Little Lion Man" was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2011 for Best Rock Song, highlighting the impact it had on listeners and critics alike.
Song Writer Credit
"Little Lion Man" was not solely written by a single member of Mumford & Sons; instead, all four band members - Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett, Winston Marshall, and Ted Dwane - are credited as writers on the track.
Release Information
Released in 2009, "Little Lion Man" is the second track and the first single from Mumford & Sons' debut album, "Sigh No More."
Musical Style
The song features the band’s signature folk-rock sound, with its robust banjo playing, resonant bass, and fervent tempo.
Radio Hit
Upon its release, "Little Lion Man" became a popular radio hit. In the U.S., it reached the number one spot on Billboard's Adult Alternative Songs chart.
Popularity in Australia
The song was particularly well received in Australia. It was voted into the number one spot on the Triple J Hottest 100 chart for 2009, which is a significant barometer of popularity among alternative music fans in the country.
Lyric Theme
"Little Lion Man" is known for its emotionally charged lyrics, dealing with themes of regret and unresolved guilt.
Profanity Use
The chorus of "Little Lion Man" is notable for its use of profanity. It marks a departure from the more clean-cut lyrics that are often associated with folk music.
Live Performance
The stirring energy of "Little Lion Man" makes it a favorite at live performances, where Mumford & Sons often use it as a climactic number.
Unofficial Band Anthem
Fans and critics alike sometimes refer to "Little Lion Man" as the unofficial anthem of Mumford & Sons due to its enduring popularity.

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