Young's third album, Neon, produced two more number ones in "Tomorrow" and "You" in 2011 as well as the top 5 hit "I Can Take It from There" in 2012. The follow-up, 2013's A.M., produced three new singles with the top 5 hits "Aw Naw", "Who I Am with You", and "Lonely Eyes". His fifth album, I'm Comin' Over, was released on November 13, 2015.
In 2017, Young gained one of the crowning achievements in country music, becoming a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Young has also won awards from the Academy of Country Music, Country Music Association, and CMT Music Awards.
Throughout his career, Young has collaborated with numerous artists such as Brad Paisley, Vince Gill, Tim McGraw, and Eric Church. He continues to tour and perform his music around the United States.
Lay It On Me
Chris Young Lyrics
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One taste of your sweet strawberry lips
And I'll be hooked on you, they
Say one day just like a dog
You'll own me I say lay it on me
I'm six foot four and tough as a man can be
I ain't scared of much, I'll buck right up, there's a fightin' side of me
You might be more then I can stand, after all honey
I'm just one man, I might wind up sad, beat down and lonely
But
I'm watching the way them jeans low ride, your belly button ring and big blue eyes
And I can hardly wait for you to hold me
Come on and lay it on me, well
That "born to break hearts" tattoo don't faze me
So, stroll your sweet self over here, and
Bring me to my knees, and we'll see who comes out on top
Now won't we, lay it on me, you might be more then I can stand
After all honey, I'm just one man, I might wind up sad
Beat down and lonely
But I'm watching the way them jeans low ride
Your belly button ring and big blue eyes
And I can hardly wait for you to hold me
Come on and lay it on me, well, lay down
The lawyer lay it all on the line
Girl I don't care as long as you lay your body next to mine
And if your afraid of falling
Darlin' don't be come on and lay it on me
I say lay it on me, come on lay it on me
The lyrics to Chris Young's song "Lay It On Me" speak to a desire to be consumed and overwhelmed by a love interest. Young describes the forbidden nature of the kiss, using the metaphor of "forbidden fruit." He acknowledges that others have warned him that this person will have power over him, but he still wants them to "lay it on me." Young portrays himself as rugged and unyielding, but he admits that he knows he might not be able to handle the potential intensity of this relationship.
Despite the potential risks, Young can't resist the allure of this person. He admires their appearance down to the details of their low-riding jeans and belly button ring. He sees the possibility of sadness and heartbreak, but he's willing to take the chance if it means being with this person. He ends the song with a plea for them to lay their body next to his, emphasizing the physical aspect of the relationship.
Overall, "Lay It On Me" reveals the tension between desire and caution, with Young ultimately choosing to give in to the former.
Line by Line Meaning
Well, they say your kiss is like forbidden fruit
Your kiss is so intense that it's considered taboo and once I taste it, I'll be unable to resist you.
One taste of your sweet strawberry lips
Just one kiss from you is enough to make me crave more.
And I'll be hooked on you, they
Your allure is so strong that I'll become addicted to you.
Say one day just like a dog
People say that eventually I'll become completely devoted to you like a loyal dog.
You'll own me I say lay it on me
I'm willing to let you have full control over me, so go ahead and give me everything you've got.
I'm six foot four and tough as a man can be
I'm a strong and rugged man, but I'm still susceptible to your charms.
I ain't scared of much, I'll buck right up, there's a fightin' side of me
I'm not afraid of confrontation and I will stand up for myself, but I'm not immune to your seduction.
They say I'll turn to putty and you'll mold me, well lay it on me
Despite my tough exterior, people predict that you'll have the power to mold me into a more pliable version of myself, so don't hold back.
You might be more then I can stand, after all honey
You could potentially overwhelm me, but I'm still interested in pursuing you.
I'm just one man, I might wind up sad, beat down and lonely
If things don't go well between us, there's a chance that I'll end up feeling defeated and alone.
But I'm watching the way them jeans low ride, your belly button ring and big blue eyes
Despite the potential risks, I can't resist being drawn in by your physical beauty.
And I can hardly wait for you to hold me
I'm eagerly anticipating the moment when we're physically close.
Come on and lay it on me, well that "born to break hearts" tattoo don't faze me
I'm not intimidated by your tough exterior and I'm willing to take a chance on you despite any potential heartbreak.
So, stroll your sweet self over here, and bring me to my knees, and we'll see who comes out on top
I want you to approach me and sweep me off my feet so we can figure out who will be the dominant force in our relationship.
Now won't we, lay it on me, you might be more then I can stand
Let's give this a shot and see where it takes us, even though I'm aware that you might be too much for me to handle.
But I'm watching the way them jeans low ride, your belly button ring and big blue eyes
Just the sight of you makes me weak and I'm captivated by your appearance.
And I can hardly wait for you to hold me
I'm eagerly anticipating the physical closeness that we will share when we're together.
Come on and lay it on me, well, lay down
I'm inviting you to let your guard down and give me everything you've got.
The lawyer lay it all on the line
I'm willing to take a risk and put everything on the line in order to pursue a relationship with you.
Girl I don't care as long as you lay your body next to mine
I'm interested in physical intimacy with you and I'm willing to overlook any potential obstacles or baggage in order to achieve that.
And if your afraid of falling
If you're hesitant or unsure about getting involved with me.
Darlin' don't be come on and lay it on me
Don't be scared, take a chance and give everything you've got in our relationship.
I say lay it on me, come on lay it on me
I'm still eager for you to take hold of me and give me everything you've got.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Christopher Young, Tim James
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