Little Lion Man
Mumford & Sons
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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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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 RecognitionThe 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.
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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.
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Release InformationReleased in 2009, "Little Lion Man" is the second track and the first single from Mumford & Sons' debut album, "Sigh No More."
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Musical StyleThe song features the band’s signature folk-rock sound, with its robust banjo playing, resonant bass, and fervent tempo.
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Radio HitUpon 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.
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Popularity in AustraliaThe 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.
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Lyric Theme"Little Lion Man" is known for its emotionally charged lyrics, dealing with themes of regret and unresolved guilt.
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Profanity UseThe 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.
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Live PerformanceThe stirring energy of "Little Lion Man" makes it a favorite at live performances, where Mumford & Sons often use it as a climactic number.
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Unofficial Band AnthemFans 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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