I Will Wait
Mumford Lyrics


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Well I came home
Like a stone
And I fell heavy into your arms
These days of dust
Which we've known
Will blow away with this new sun

But I'll kneel down
Wait for now
And I'll kneel down
Know my ground

And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you

So break my step
And relent
You forgave and I won't forget
Know what we've seen
And him with less
Now in some way
Shake the excess

'Cause I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you

Now I'll be bold
As well as strong
And use my head alongside my heart
So take my flesh
And fix my eyes
A tethered mind free from the lies

And I'll kneel down
Wait for now
I'll kneel down
Know my ground

Raise my hands
Paint my spirit gold
And bow my head
Keep my heart slow

'Cause I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you




And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you

Overall Meaning

Mumford and Sons' song "I Will Wait" is generally interpreted to be about love and commitment, likely inspired by a romantic relationship. The first verse describes a return home to a loved one after a difficult time ("like a stone") and the sense of comfort and security found in their embrace. The second verse seems to touch on forgiveness and moving forward, possibly from mistakes made in the relationship. The chorus repeats the simple yet powerful refrain of "I will wait for you," expressing loyalty and patience.


The third verse brings a sense of determination and growth, as the singer commits to being "bold" and using both their head and heart in their relationship. The final lines of the song feature a call to spiritual awakening, with the singer seeking a greater understanding and connection with the divine as they continue to wait for their loved one.


Overall, "I Will Wait" is a song about the beauty and complexity of love, and the importance of commitment, forgiveness, and growth within a relationship.


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Interesting Facts
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Line by Line Meaning

Well I came home
I returned to you


Like a stone
I came back to you feeling heavy and unfeeling


And I fell heavy into your arms
I wanted to be comforted by you


These days of dust
Our troubled times


Which we've known
We have experienced before


Will blow away with this new sun
We can start anew and move forward


But I'll kneel down
I will humble myself


Wait for now
Be patient with me


And I'll kneel down
I will show my devotion


Know my ground
Understand where I stand in this relationship


And I will wait, I will wait for you
I am committed to waiting for you


So break my step
Challenge me and make me grow


And relent
Forgive me when I make mistakes


You forgave and I won't forget
I am grateful for your forgiveness


Know what we've seen
Acknowledge what we've experienced together


And him with less
Be content with what we have, not what others possess


Now in some way
In our own unique way


Shake the excess
Let go of what we don't need, and focus on what is important


'Cause I will wait, I will wait for you
I am steadfast in my commitment to wait for you


Now I'll be bold
I will act with bravery and courage


As well as strong
I will be both physically and emotionally strong


And use my head alongside my heart
I will make decisions with both logic and emotion


So take my flesh
Accept all of me, both good and bad


And fix my eyes
Help me to see clearly


A tethered mind free from the lies
A stable and truthful mindset


Raise my hands
Show my devotion outwardly


Paint my spirit gold
Make my soul pure and valuable


And bow my head
Show my humility


Keep my heart slow
Stay calm and focused on what is important


'Cause I will wait, I will wait for you
My commitment to wait for you remains strong


And I will wait, I will wait for you
I will continue to wait for you


And I will wait, I will wait for you
I will be patient and steadfast in my commitment to you


And I will wait, I will wait for you
Waiting for you is worth it to me




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BENJAMIN WALTER DAVID LOVETT, EDWARD JAMES MILTON DWANE, MARCUS OLIVER JOHNSTONE MUMFORD, WINSTON AUBREY ALADAR MARSHALL

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Bon Scott rocks

Well I came home
Like a stone
And I fell heavy into your arms
These days of dust
Which we've known
Will blow away with this new sun
But I'll kneel down
Wait for now
And I'll kneel down
Know my ground
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
So break my step
And relent
You forgave and I won't forget
Know what we've seen
And him with less
Now in some way
Shake the excess
'Cause I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
Now I'll be bold
As well as strong
And use my head alongside my heart
So take my flesh
And fix my eyes
A tethered mind free from the lies
And I'll kneel down
Wait for now
I'll kneel down
Know my ground, woo
Raise my hands
Paint my spirit gold
And bow my head
Keep my heart slow
'Cause I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you
And I will wait, I will wait for you



All comments from YouTube:

Giuliana Makhole

I put this here in hope that after weeks, months, years , whenever someone likes it I will be reminded of this song.

Jeremy Maxfield

Here is a reminder!!

¥Gol D. Roger¥

Time to listen to it again then pal

Terious Robinson

Go ahead play it again my guy😁

teek

one more time

Celine Danielle

Your reminder to play it today😂😂😂

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nikoberry.

This was my dad's favorite song, he passed hours ago. I've never heard this song before but it meant alot to him, thanks for making something beautiful

Joey Down Under

May he Rest in peace and Blessings to you all

nikoberry.

@Joey Down Under thank you

Platinum Rose

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss, sending much love and light your way

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