Little Lion Man

Mumford And Sons · Now That's What I Call Music, Vol. 37 [2011]

weep for yourself, my man,

you'll never be what is in your heart

weep little lion man,

you're not as brave as you were at the start

rate yourself and rake yourself,

take all the courage you have left

waste it on fixing all the problems that you made in your own head



but it was not your fault, but mine

and it was your heart on the line

i really fucked it up this time

didn't I, my dear?

didn't I, my...



tremble for yourself, my man,

you know that you have seen this all before

tremble little lion man,

you'll never settle any of your scores

your grace is wasted in your face,

your boldness stands alone among the wreck

now learn from your mother or else spend your days biting your own neck



but it was not your fault but mine

and it was your heart on the line

i really fucked it up this time

didn't I, my dear?



but it was not your fault but mine

and it was your heart on the line

i really fucked it up this time

didn't I, my dear?

didn't I, my dear?



ah(s)



but it was not your fault but mine

and it was your heart on the line

i really fucked it up this time

didn't I, my dear?



but it was not your fault but mine

and it was your heart on the line

i really fucked it up this time

didn't I, my dear?

didn't I, my dear?

Little Lion Man

Mumford and Sons' 'Little Lion Man' stands as a defining track from their 2009 debut album, Sigh No More. The song exemplifies the band's signature blend of folk-rock and Celtic influences, characterized by the group's powerful, driving acoustic instrumentation and Mark Lanegan's distinctive vocals. Released during the height of their early career, the recording captured the raw energy and communal spirit that propelled them to international acclaim. As a staple of their discography, the track remains a powerful representation of the folk revival movement, resonating with listeners through its themes of resilience and the metaphorical strength of the lion. Its inclusion in various compilations underscores its enduring popularity and status as a cornerstone of their early work.