There's Too Much Love
Belle And Sebastian · Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant [2000]
I could hang about and burn my fingers
I've been hanging out here waiting for something to start
You think I'm faultless to a 't'
My manner set impeccably
But underneath I am the same as you
I could dance all night like I'm a soul boy
But I know I'd rather drag myself across the dance floor
I feel like dancing on my own
Where no one knows me, and where I
Can cause offence just by the way I look
And when I come to blows
When I am numbering my foes
Just hope that you are on my side my dear
But it's best to finish as it started
With my face head down just staring at the brown formica
It's safer not to look around
I can't hide my feelings from you now
There's too much love to go around these days
You say I've got another face
That's not a fault of mine these days
I'm brutal, honest and afraid of you
I've been hanging out here waiting for something to start
You think I'm faultless to a 't'
My manner set impeccably
But underneath I am the same as you
I could dance all night like I'm a soul boy
But I know I'd rather drag myself across the dance floor
I feel like dancing on my own
Where no one knows me, and where I
Can cause offence just by the way I look
And when I come to blows
When I am numbering my foes
Just hope that you are on my side my dear
But it's best to finish as it started
With my face head down just staring at the brown formica
It's safer not to look around
I can't hide my feelings from you now
There's too much love to go around these days
You say I've got another face
That's not a fault of mine these days
I'm brutal, honest and afraid of you
There's Too Much Love
Released on the 2000 album Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant, this track exemplifies Belle and Sebastian's signature blend of indie folk and acoustic pop. The song features the band's characteristic warm, harmonized vocals and intricate guitar work, delivered with a gentle, reflective mood that defines their mid-90s to early-2000s era. It serves as a poignant addition to their discography, capturing the group's ability to weave personal sentiment into accessible melodies. The recording reflects the band's commitment to organic instrumentation and lyrical depth, resonating with listeners who appreciate the nuanced storytelling found in their catalogue.