Writer/producer/DJ, Tommy (Jay-Z, Kanye West, Kylie Minogue, KT Tunstall) and artist Jamie (of Jamie Scott & The Town who toured with Alicia Keys and Kelly Clarkson previously) made a collection of songs that was later called “Stare In To The Sun.” The title track was chosen to soundtrack a TV ad campaign for The Sun newspaper. Sony ATV publishing submitted the song to The Sun newspaper and they used it for the advertising campaign. The exposure they got from the campaign encouraged Jamie and Tommy to write and record even more music, including “Annie You Save Me,” “Free” and “Stone In My Heart.”
The band decided to put out their own music on their own label. EP “Stone In My Heart”, was released in March 2010, Single 'Annie You Save Me in July 2010. Band was named New Band Of The Day at The Guardian Newspaper (UK) and an Artist to Watch at LP33.
Graffiti6 has also had their songs featured on television shows such as Grey's Anatomy, Covert Affairs, CSI: New York and Teen Wolf.
Lay Me Down
Graffiti6 Lyrics
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Lay me down
Lay me down
Lay me down
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Side by side we close our eyes
When I'm tired you lift me baby
It's hard to lift my head up
Baby you're the light that's shining down
I can see your stars appear
Lay with me and I won't sleep
I need no words, so lay with me
Take my soul, let it grow
let it grow, take my soul
When I'm tired you lift me baby
in the morning time when the lights get dark
It's hard to lift my head up
Baby you're the light that's shining down
I can see your stars
Lay your love, lay your love in my hand
I'll take you home
Lay your love, lay your love in my hand
I'll take you home
Lay your love, lay your love in my hand
I'll take you home
The song "Lay Me Down" by Graffiti6 expresses a deep emotional connection between two partners who are so in sync that they are willing to lay down their defenses and be vulnerable to each other. The repeated phrase "Lay me down" signifies the surrender of oneself to the other, while the line "Close your eyes, side by side we close our eyes" is an indication of the deep intimacy that they share. The lyrics also highlight the importance of being supportive of each other regardless of the circumstances.
The singer talks about how his partner lifts him up when he's tired and feeling low, how she is the light that shines down and helps him see the stars. This could be interpreted as a metaphor for someone who brings positivity into your life and helps you find your way when things seem dark. Later on, he sings, "Take my soul, let it grow, let it grow, take my soul," which could be seen as a message of trust and letting go of any inhibitions that might be holding him back.
The chorus, "Lay your love, lay your love in my hand, I'll take you home" could be interpreted as a commitment to being there for each other through thick and thin. The idea of taking someone home suggests a place of comfort, safety and warmth, which is something we all desire in a relationship. Overall, "Lay Me Down" is a beautiful ode to the power of love and the importance of having someone to lean on in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Lay me down
I want to rest and be close to you.
Close your eyes, close your eyes
Let's shut out everything else and just be together.
Side by side we close our eyes
We're in this together, and we don't need anything else.
When I'm tired you lift me baby
When I'm struggling, you help me to keep going.
In the morning time when the light gets dark
When things are hard, you're there to help me through.
It's hard to lift my head up
Sometimes I need help finding hope again.
Baby you're the light that's shining down
You bring light into my life and show me the way forward.
I can see your stars appear
Being with you makes everything brighter and more beautiful.
Lay with me and I won't sleep
Just being near you is enough to help me find peace and contentment, even without sleep.
I need no words, so lay with me
Sometimes words aren't needed to express the depth of our feelings for each other.
Take my soul, let it grow
I trust you to nurture and care for me, so that I can become my best self.
let it grow, take my soul
I'm willing to give myself fully to you and to this relationship, with all the growth and transformation that entails.
Lay your love, lay your love in my hand
I'm ready for your love, and I'm willing to hold onto it and cherish it.
I'll take you home
I will always be here for you, through thick and thin, and I will help guide you towards safety and happiness.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAMES NEEDLE, TOMMY D
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