Roll Away Your Stone
Mumford %26 Sons Lyrics
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Together we can see what we will find
Don't leave me alone at this time
For I'm afraid of what I will discover inside
'Cause you told me that I would find a hole
Within the fragile substance of my soul
And I have filled this void with things unreal
And all the while my character it steals
The darkness is a harsh term don't you think?
And yet it dominates the things I see
It seems that all my bridges have been burned
But you say that's exactly how this grace thing works
It's not the long walk home that will change this heart
But the welcome I receive with the restart
The darkness is a harsh term don't you think?
And yet it dominates the things I see
The darkness is a harsh term don't you think?
And yet it dominates the things I see
Stars hide your fires
These here are my desires
And I will give them up to you this time around
And so, I'll be found
With my stake stuck in this ground
Marking the territory of this newly impassioned soul
Hide your fires
These here are my desires
And I won't give them up to you this time around
And so, I'll be found
With my stake stuck in this ground
Marking the territory of this newly impassioned soul
But you, you've gone too far this time
You have neither reason nor rhyme
With which to take this soul that is so rightfully mine
The song "Roll Away Your Stone" by Mumford & Sons is a powerful narrative of one's inner turmoil and the journey towards self-discovery. The first verse sets the tone with a call for vulnerability and trust within a relationship, as the singer fears what they will discover within themselves if left alone. The second verse delves deeper into this fear, acknowledging a void within the soul that has been filled with "things unreal," causing the loss of their own character. Throughout the song, there is a running theme of darkness, which the singer questions and struggles to face.
The chorus provides a glimmer of hope, as the singer is reminded of the transformative nature of grace. This theme is further emphasized in the bridge, where the singer acknowledges that true change comes not from the journey but from the welcome received upon arrival. The final verse is perhaps the most powerful, as the singer asserts their ownership of their soul and denies anyone else the right to take it away. Overall, the song speaks to the universal struggle to confront one's own demons and emerge transformed.
Line by Line Meaning
Roll away your stone, I'll roll away mine
Let's work together to find what we need to. Let's forget about our differences and work towards a common goal.
Together we can see what we will find
We need to work together because we cannot achieve things individually. We will find better solutions when we come together.
Don't leave me alone at this time
I need you by my side at all times. I need your support and your guidance as we navigate through tough waters.
For I'm afraid of what I will discover inside
I'm afraid of the truth that I may uncover within myself. I'm worried about what I may learn and how it may change me.
'Cause you told me that I would find a hole
You told me that I need to confront myself because I have gaps that I need to fill in my personality. You encouraged me to take a closer look at myself.
Within the fragile substance of my soul
My soul is vulnerable and delicate. There are things within me that require attention and care in order to heal.
And I have filled this void with things unreal
I have tried to fill the gaps within my personality with superficial things. I have been distracted by things that don't matter and that don't truly satisfy me.
And all the while my character it steals
While I have been focused on these unrealistic things, my true character has been ignored. I have lost sight of who I truly am.
The darkness is a harsh term don't you think?
The word darkness has a very negative connotation. It's a harsh word that implies danger and fear.
And yet it dominates the things I see
Despite this negative connotation, I can't help but feel like the darkness is all I see. It's consuming me, swallowing up everything else.
It seems that all my bridges have been burned
It feels like I've ruined every relationship I've ever had. I've let myself down and I feel like I've let others down too.
But you say that's exactly how this grace thing works
Even though I've messed up, you are telling me that it's not the end of the world. There is still hope for me yet, and I can redeem myself.
It's not the long walk home that will change this heart
I have to take action to change my heart. I can't wait for things to change on their own without any effort on my part.
But the welcome I receive with the restart
What matters is the support that I receive from others as I try to turn things around. I need love and encouragement, not judgment and criticism.
Stars hide your fires
I'm asking the stars to hide their brightness because I'm feeling vulnerable and exposed. I'm not ready to be seen in my truest form yet.
These here are my desires
These are the things that I long for and want to achieve. They are an important part of who I am and what I want out of life.
And I will give them up to you this time around
I am willing to compromise and give up some things if it means that we can work together better as a team. I'm open to change and new ideas.
And so, I'll be found
I will continue to search for the answers that I'm looking for. I won't give up until I've found what I'm looking for.
With my stake stuck in this ground
I am planting my feet firmly in the ground and standing up for what I believe in. I won't be swayed by others or by the challenges that I may face.
Marking the territory of this newly impassioned soul
I am claiming ownership over my life and my destiny. My soul is full of passion and energy, and I am ready to face any challenge that comes my way.
But you, you've gone too far this time
You have overstepped your boundaries by trying to take something that is rightfully mine. You've crossed a line that you shouldn't have.
You have neither reason nor rhyme
You don't have any justification for your actions. You can't explain why you feel like you deserve what should be mine.
With which to take this soul that is so rightfully mine
My soul is mine and you have no right to try and take it from me. I will fight to keep what is mine and won't back down.
Contributed by Nathan S. Suggest a correction in the comments below.