Hopeless Wanderer
Mumford And Sons · Babel [2012]
I came out of the woods by choice
The Shelter also gave the0 shade
But in the dark I have no name
So leave that click in my head
And I will remember the words that you said
Left a clouded mind and a heavy heart
But I was sure we could see a new start
So when your hope's on fire
But you know your desire
Don't hold a glass over the flame
Don't let your heart grow cold
I will call you by name
I will share your road
But hold me fast hold me fast
Cos I'm a hopeless wanderer
Hold me fast hold me fast
Cos I'm a hopeless wanderer
Wrestled long with my youth
We tried so hard to live in the truth
But do not tell me all is fine
When I lose my head I lose my spine
So leave that click in my head
And I will remember the words that you said
You brought me out from the cold
Now how I long how I long to grow old
So when your hope's on fire
But you know your desire
Don't hold a glass over the flame
Don't let your heart grow cold
I will call you by name
I will share your road
But hold me fast hold me fast
Cos I'm a hopeless wanderer
Hold me fast hold me fast
Cos I'm a hopeless wanderer
And I will learn I will learn
To love the skies I'm under
Hopeless Wanderer
Hopeless Wanderer stands as a defining track from Mumford & Sons' 2012 album Babel, marking a significant shift in the band's sonic landscape. Moving away from the upbeat, percussive folk-rock of their debut, this recording embraces a darker, more introspective atmosphere driven by the band's signature banjo and acoustic guitar textures. The song captures the group's exploration of spiritual longing and existential drift, themes that permeate the Babel era. As part of a critically acclaimed discography that includes hits like Little Lion Man and The Cave, this work demonstrates the band's ability to blend traditional instrumentation with modern production sensibilities. The track remains a staple in their live performances, resonating with audiences through its emotive delivery and rich harmonic arrangements.