Tompkins Square Park
Mumford & Sons
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Oh babe, meet me in Tompkins Square Park I wanna hold you in the dark One last time Just one last time And oh babe, can you tell what's on my tongue? Can you guess that I'll be gone? With the twilight With the twilight But no flame burns forever, oh no You and I both know this all too well And most don't even last the night No they don't, they say they don't Oh babe, I've never been so lost I wanna hear you lie One last time Just one last time But oh babe, I really wish you would not cry I only ever told you one lie When it could have been a thousand It might as well have been a thousand But no flame burns forever, oh no You and I both know this all too well And most don't even last the night No they don't, they say they don't And we can talk it round again girl Round and round, round and round again Or we could leave it out to die Leave it out just leave it out I never tried to trick you babe I just tried to work it out But I was swallowed up by doubt If only things were black and white 'Cause I just want to hold you tight Without holding back my mind Without holding back my mind But no flame burns forever, oh no You and I both know this all too well And most don't even last the night
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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
Release Fact"Tompkins Square Park" is a song by the British folk-rock band Mumford & Sons from their third studio album, "Wilder Mind," which was released on May 4, 2015.
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Album DetailThis album marked a significant departure from the band's previous folk style, with "Tompkins Square Park" showcasing their transition to a more electric, rock sound.
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InspirationAs the title suggests, the song is named after Tompkins Square Park, a public park in the New York City neighborhood of the East Village. This location was likely an inspiration for the band as they lived and recorded in New York during the making of their album, "Wilder Mind."
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Lyric Background"Tompkins Square Park" is a song about a doomed relationship where the protagonist pleads for a last chance to save their love at Tompkins Square Park. This song tackles themes of heartbreak and closure.
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Song CompositionUnlike their previous songs, which featured a banjo and double bass, "Tompkins Square Park" sees the band using more modern instruments such as electric guitars and keyboards. This change added a new dynamic and depth to the band’s sound.
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Popular OpinionAlthough the album received mixed reviews from critics, "Tompkins Square Park" was often singled out as one of the standout tracks. It was praised for its earnest, emotional lyrics and its atmospheric instrumental arrangement.
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Concert Highlight"Tompkins Square Park" is often a highlight of the band's live performances due to its dramatic build and powerful choruses.
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Music VideoWhile there is no official music video released for the song, the live performance from the O2, London in December 2015 has become popular among fans for its raw energy and emotion.
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Critical ReceptionNME cited "Tompkins Square Park" as one of the stronger tracks on "Wilder Mind," praising its “handsome, E Street Band-like sweep."
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InfluenceOther artists have drawn inspiration from "Tompkins Square Park." Notable covers include those by pop artist Ollie Wade and rock band Stillia.
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