Winning A Battle, Losing The War
Kings of Convenience · Quiet Is The New Loud [2001]
Even though she's only giving me pain
I'll be on my knees to feed her
Spend a day to make her smile again
Even though I'll never need her
Even though she's only giving me pain
As the world is soft around her
Leaving me with nothing to disdain
Even though I'm not her minder
Even though she doesn't want me around
I am on my feet to find her
To make sure that she is safe and sound
Even though I'm not her minder
Even though she doesn't want me around
I am on my feet to find her
To make sure that she is safe from harm
The sun sets on the war
The day breaks and everything is new
The sun sets on the war
The day breaks and everything is new
everything is new...
new... new... new...
The sun sets on the war
The day breaks and everything is new
Winning A Battle, Losing The War
Kings of Convenience established a distinct niche in the early 2000s with their minimalist acoustic sound, blending gentle guitar work with intimate, conversational vocals. "Winning A Battle, Losing The War" appears on their 2001 debut album, Quiet Is The New Loud, and exemplifies the duo's signature style of understated melancholy. The track captures the band's ability to explore complex emotional landscapes through simple arrangements, avoiding heavy instrumentation in favor of lyrical clarity and melodic restraint. As part of their initial body of work, the song highlights the Norwegian pair's early success in crafting a unique sonic identity that prioritizes subtlety over volume. This recording remains a defining moment in their discography, showcasing the thoughtful songwriting that would characterize their subsequent releases and solidify their reputation within the indie folk genre.