Roll Away Your Stone

Mumford & Sons

About Roll Away Your Stone

"Roll Away Your Stone" is the fourth single by London rock quartet, Mumford & Sons, taken from their debut album, Sigh No More. It was released as a Digital Download on 3 June 2010 and was released as the third and final single from Sigh No More in the United States on 7 June 2011. The song begins with an instrumental version of the Irish jig, "Merrily Kissed the Quaker". The song appeared in the 2012 documentary film, Kony 2012. The song includes a reference to Macbeth. The repeated line, "stars hide your fires," is also spoken by Macbeth, who conceals his ambition for the throne in Act 1 of the play.  


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Roll away your stone I will roll away mine
Together we can see what we will find
Don't leave me alone at this time
For I am afraid of what I will discover inside

You told me that I would find a home
Within the fragile substance of my soul
And I have filled this void with things unreal
And all the while my character it steals

And darkness is a harsh term don't you think
And yet it dominates the things I see

It seems that all my bridges have been burned
But you say 'That's exactly how this grace thing works'
It's not the long walk home that will change this heart
But the welcome I receive with every start

Darkness is a harsh term don't you think
And yet it dominates the things I see
Darkness is a harsh term don't you think
And yet it dominates the things I see

Stars hide your fires
For these here are my desires
And I won't give them up to you this time around
And so I'll be found
With my stake stuck in this ground
Marking the territory of this newly impassioned soul

Stars hide your fires
For these here are my desires
And I won't give them up to you this time around
And so I'll be found
With my stake stuck in this ground
Marking the territory of this newly impassioned soul

And you, you've gone too far this time
You have neither reason nor rhyme
With which to take this soul that is so rightfully mine

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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

Song Release
"Roll Away Your Stone" was released in June 2010, making it one of the mid-way releases of Mumford & Sons, a band known for its folk rock music.
Album Inclusion
The song is part of the band's debut album, "Sigh No More," which garnered significant critical and commercial success.
Chart Performance
In Ireland, "Roll Away Your Stone" performed particularly well, reaching number 21 in the country's Singles Chart.
Song Genre
Mumford & Sons are known for their blend of folk and rock music genres, "Roll Away Your Stone" is no different. It successfully merges these two music styles, creating a unique, catchy sound.
Literary Inspiration
The song takes its title from a phrase in Shakespeare's play "Macbeth," showcasing the band's inclination towards literary influences. The lyrics also reference the novel "East of Eden" by John Steinbeck.
Song Theme
The song's recurring theme is the constant struggle for change and improvement. This theme is a common thread found in many Mumford & Sons songs.
Music Composition
Unlike many popular songs characterized by repetitive melodies, "Roll Away Your Stone" features a complex melody highlighted by strong banjo and upright bass presence, signifying the band's unique style of music.
Music Video
The music video showcases the band playing the song around a campfire, indicating their preference for a laid-back and intimate setting.
Reception
The song has been received very positively by audiences and critics alike for its passionate, intense vocals, and for successfully blending folk and rock elements.
Live Performances
"Roll Away Your Stone" is a crowd favorite during the band's live performances, and often features crowd sing-alongs, particularly during music festivals.

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