Lovers' Eyes Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Aves 

Cover art for Lovers' Eyes lyrics by Mumford & Sons

"Lover's Eyes" brought a tear to my eye when I first heard it. One of the few songs I think I can truly relate to (besides drinking/drugs).

This is what I've believed this song to mean (in a nutshell):

This is about a man who is very passive-aggressive (got this from the "quiet rage"). He recently had his heart broken, and is trying to cope with the pain. He tries drinking and drugs to help, but nothing seems to work. He can't get over the pain. He wants help, waiting for it to arrive.

Please give this song more "meanings", if you have any that I missed.

Song Meaning

@Aves I teared up when I first listened to it while gardening in my yard on a recent rainy day. It struck a tone in me as a recovering alcoholic. Mumford & Sons creates yet another touching song that illuminates our soul.