Promise
Ben Howard · Every Kingdom [2011]
And meet me there, bundles of flowers,
We wait through the hours of cold
Winter shall howl at the walls,
Tearing down doors of time.
Shelter as we go...
And promise me this:
You'll wait for me only,
Scared of the lonely arms.
Surface, far below these words
And maybe, just maybe I'll come home
Who am I, darling to you?
Who am I?
Gonna tell you stories of mine
Who am I?
Who am I, darling for you?
Who am I?
Gonna be a burden in time, lonely
Who am I, to you?
Who am I, darling for you?
Who am I?
Going to be a burden
Who am I, darling to you?
Who am I?
I come alone here
I come alone here
We wait through the hours of cold
Winter shall howl at the walls,
Tearing down doors of time.
Shelter as we go...
And promise me this:
You'll wait for me only,
Scared of the lonely arms.
Surface, far below these words
And maybe, just maybe I'll come home
Who am I, darling to you?
Who am I?
Gonna tell you stories of mine
Who am I?
Who am I, darling for you?
Who am I?
Gonna be a burden in time, lonely
Who am I, to you?
Who am I, darling for you?
Who am I?
Going to be a burden
Who am I, darling to you?
Who am I?
I come alone here
I come alone here
Promise - Ben Howard
Ben Howard's 'Promise' stands as a defining track from his 2011 album Every Kingdom, showcasing his signature blend of acoustic guitar and intimate vocals. The song captures the quiet intensity of his early work, reflecting themes of devotion and the weight of unfulfilled expectations. Recorded in the folk-pop genre, it exemplifies Howard's ability to weave personal narrative with atmospheric soundscapes. As a cornerstone of his discography, the recording helped establish his reputation for emotive storytelling and melodic sensitivity, influencing a generation of indie artists who prioritize lyrical honesty and acoustic textures.