Little Discourage
Idlewild · Collection [2010]
Trust history to say it's unknown (it's discouraging)
There's a seventeen contest in my own home (discourage)
Sick of seventeen contests in my own home (discourage)
Don't cross the road, you're under a spell
A broken violin (discourage)
Don't cross the road, you're under a spell
Of broken violins
But all I need is a little discourage
All I need is a little discourage
I ran away from my own telephone (discourage)
It rings to tell you what the future holds in store for you so
There's a lack of confidence at home (discourage)
When a seventeen contest fills your own home (discourage)
Put your trust in courage, 'cause no one can tell
The broken violent
Put your trust in courage, no one can tell
The broken violent
But all I need is a little discourage
All I need is a little discourage
(The world knows what I need
But it's proving far too hard for me)
Idlewild - Little Discourage
Idlewild, the Glasgow-based band led by Roddy Woomble, crafted a distinctive sound blending post-punk energy with poetic lyricism. "Little Discourage" appears on their 2010 compilation, Collection, serving as a concise reflection of their mature songwriting during that era. The track exemplifies the group's ability to balance melancholic introspection with driving rhythms, a hallmark of their extensive discography. While the band explored various sonic textures across their career, this recording maintains the tight, emotive delivery that defined their later work. It stands as a testament to their enduring influence within the UK indie scene, offering listeners a focused glimpse into their artistic evolution without relying on grandiose production. The song remains a notable song in their catalogue, showcasing the band's consistent ability to distill complex emotions into accessible, memorable music.