Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant

Belle and Sebastian

Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant

RELEASED: June 05, 2000
TYPE: FULL LENGTH
1. I Fought in a War Meaning 4:07 2. The Model 3:55 3. Beyond the Sunrise 4:08 4. Waiting for the Moon to Rise 3:07 5. Don’t Leave the Light On Baby 4:25 6. The Wrong Girl Meaning 3:20 7. The Chalet Lines 2:29 8. Nice Day for a Sulk 2:31 9. Women’s Realm 4:30 10. Family Tree Meaning 4:04 11. There’s Too Much Love 3:25
Fold Your Hands Child, You Walk Like a Peasant is the fourth studio album by Scottish indie pop band Belle and Sebastian, released in 2000. The album is characterized by its lush orchestration, poignant lyricism, and a blend of folk-pop sensibilities. It explores themes of nostalgia, childhood, and the complexities of human relationships, all delivered through Stuart Murdoch's distinctive vocal style. The album received critical acclaim for its artistry and the band’s ability to weave storytelling into their music, solidifying their status in the indie music scene.