Guiding Light
Mumford & Sons
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One, two, three We're on the permanent red The glaze on my eyes When I heard your voice The distance caught me by surprise again And I know you claim that you're alright But fix your eyes on me I guess I'm all you have And I swear you'll see the dawn again Well I know I had it all on the line But don't just sit with folded hands and become blind 'Cause even when there is no star in sight You'll always be my only guiding light Relate to my youth Well I'm still in awe of you Discover some new truth That was always wrapped around you But don't just slip away In the night Don't just hurl Your words from on high Well I know I had it all on the line But don't just sit with folded hands and become blind 'Cause even when there is no star in sight You'll always be my only guiding light If we come back and we're broken Unworthy and ashamed Give us something to believe in And you know we'll go your way 'Cause I know I had it all on the line But don't just sit with folded hands and become blind 'Cause even when there is no star in sight You'll always be my only guiding light And I know I had it all on the line But don't just sit with folded hands and become blind 'Cause even when there is no star in sight You'll always be my only guiding light
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Written by: Benjamin Walter David Lovett, Edward James Milton Dwane, Marcus Oliver Johnstone Mumford, Winston Aubrey Aladar Marshall
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Guiding Light" falls mainly in the Indie folk and Alternative rock genres.
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Album DetailsThis song is a part of the band's fourth studio album named "Delta," which was released in November 2018.
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Release Details"Guiding Light" was released as the lead single from the album on September 20, 2018.
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Chart PerformanceIt peaked at No.49 on the UK Singles Chart and at No.1 on the Billboard Adult Alternative Songs chart in the United States.
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Song CompositionThe song introduces a more radio-friendly, slightly pop-influenced sound while maintaining Mumford & Sons’ signature folk-rock style.
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Writing ApproachThe song expresses themes of hope and direction, paired with powerful lyrics, indicating it as a refreshing return for the band after a three-year hiatus.
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Critical RecognitionIt received critical acclaim for being a rousing anthem, showcasing the band's tight harmonies and foot-stomping energy.
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Band Members InvolvedThe song was written by the band members - Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett, Winston Marshall, and Ted Dwane.
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Video DirectorThe official music video was directed by Joe Connor, which features the band performing the song in various locations.
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Live PerformancesMumford & Sons kicked off their "Delta" tour with an exclusive live premiere of "Guiding Light" on the Kevin & Bean show on KROQ Radio.
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