Between 2013 and 2018, the publishing interest of Ina Wroldsen's catalog has been represented by Reverb Music/Reservoir Media Management.[3] Since 2018, Warner Chappell Music have represented Ina's publishing interests.
In recent years, Ina has also resumed her career as a recording artist. As part of Norwegian-Icelandic duo Ask Embla, together with Arnthor Birgisson. They released the album Northern Lights in 2013 in Norway. She has since continued her artist career under its own name. She released "Aliens (Her er jeg)" (2014), "Rebels" (2015) and "Lay It on Me" (2016). The latter was released as a collaboration with the Norwegian producer duo Broiler and climbed to No. 2 on the VG-lista singles chart.
In 2015, Calvin Harris and Disciples chose to release Ina's song "How Deep Is Your Love" using her vocals. This was one of the year's most streamed/downloaded/played songs worldwide.
In 2016, she was one of the judges in the Norwegian version of Idol: Jakten på en superstjerne. She has been the featured vocalist on various worldwide acclaimed DJs' records, including Sigma, Steve Aoki, "Breathe" by Jax Jones and the Martin Solveig song "Places".
In June 2017, she signed a record deal with Simon Cowell's Syco Music label. Soon after, on October 27, 2017, she released her single "Strongest", which was quite successful in Norway, Denmark and Sweden, and thanks to it in 2019 she was nominated for Spellemannprisen for the "Song of the Year" award.
In August 2018 she released in partnership with Alok "Favela" with her own vocals and inspired from a documentary about Latin American women.
Lay It On Me
Ina Wroldsen Lyrics
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I don't know where to go
I am so close to you
And so out of control
I dont know how to help
There's nothing I can say
From heaven down to hell
And if I could let go of the hope, then maybe
I could settle for just being with you baby
Every night I lay me down
Fold my hands and close my eyes
Every night I pray for time
One more moment, one more try
I-I-I I want you to come back
O-o lay down
Here in my arms
O-o I'd light up
Every dark on your way
Baby all of your pain
You can lay it on me
Yeah
You can lay it on me
Yeah
It's been so very long
But you're still here with me
And though I'm so alone
I'm thankfull everyday
You're trying all the time
I know how bad it hurts
But we are on the line
That cannot let us burn
And if someone out there has a cure for this shit
I'd give my all to get to it
Every night I lay me down
Fold my hands and close my eyes
Every night I pray for time
One more moment, one more try
I-I-I I want you to come back
O-o lay down
Here in my arms
O-o I'd light up
Every dark on your way
Baby all of your pain
You can lay it on me
(You know you can lay it on me)
You can lay it on me
(You know you can lay it on me)
(You know you can lay it on me)
One more moment, one more try
I-I-I I want you to come back
O-o lay down
Here in my arms
O-o I'd light up
Every dark on your way
Baby all of your pain
You can lay it on me
(You know you can lay it on me)
You can lay it on me
(You know you can lay it on me)
Yeah
(You know you can lay it on me)
You can lay it on me
(You know you can lay it on me)
The song “Lay It On Me” by Ina Wroldsen is about being in a difficult situation and wanting to be there for someone you care about. The singer in the song is acknowledging that they don't have all the answers or solutions, yet they firmly believe in being supportive of those they love, even if they can't fix everything.
The repeated line “you can lay it on me” highlights the sentiment and serves as a reminder that everyone needs a support system, someone to lean on in tough times. The lyrics illustrate the unbreakable bond that lovers can have with one another — no matter how tough the situation, they can always depend on each other to bear the weight of their emotions. The song is a promise of unconditional love and support, and the desire to be there for the people who matter most.
In essence, “Lay It On Me” delves into the complexities of love, trust, and loyalty. It's about being willing to support someone even when you’re not sure how to help them, and being a source of unwavering comfort in their time of need.
Line by Line Meaning
I don't know what to do
I'm lost and unsure of how to proceed
I don't know where to go
I'm directionless and have no sense of purpose
I am so close to you
I feel a strong connection to you
And so out of control
I feel overwhelmed and unable to manage my emotions
I dont know how to help
I'm not sure how to assist someone in need
There's nothing I can say
None of my words can provide comfort or assistance
From heaven down to hell
It's a short distance from the highest of highs to the lowest of lows
Is a short way
Life can change rapidly and unpredictably
And if I could let go of the hope, then maybe
If it were possible to abandon my optimistic outlook, then perhaps
I could settle for just being with you baby
I might be satisfied with simply sharing your company and support
Every night I lay me down
Each evening, I prepare myself for rest
Fold my hands and close my eyes
I motion to pray and shut my eyelids
Every night I pray for time
I ask for the opportunity to have more moments together
One more moment, one more try
One additional chance to rectify past errors
I want you to come back
I'm craving your presence
lay down Here in my arms
Rest within my embrace
I'd light up
I'd do anything to brighten their spirits
Every dark on your way
I'll be there for them during difficult times
Baby all of your pain
I'll take the burden of their distress
You can lay it on me
You can divulge all of your troubles to me
It's been so very long
This time period has felt considerable and extended
But you're still here with me
Despite time passing, we are still together
And though I'm so alone
I'm feeling isolated and without support
I'm thankfull everyday
I express gratitude each and every day
You're trying all the time
You're making an effort continually
I know how bad it hurts
I recognize how painful it can be
But we are on the line
We're standing on the edge of something significant
That cannot let us burn
We must not let our relationship fail
And if someone out there has a cure for this shit
If there exists a remedy for our issues
I'd give my all to get to it
I'd devote everything I have to attain it
You know you can lay it on me
You're aware that you can confide in me
Yeah
Yes, I mean what I say
Contributed by Grace G. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@kristenphillips7208
I love how this video is a representation of how a man must feel when he is at the brink of his emotion but cannot seem to break through it. When he was down on his knees yelling and that little trace of a tear in the corner of his eye...REAL.
@1y3911
What's brink meaning?
@sonsolesmorales8825
Aaassss
@tiffinyanderson4403
I first saw Ina on the Voice Norway. I never expected her voice to be high and so full of emotions. She’s really a talented musician and her songs have great messages.
@aaronscott0076
This song is entirely underrated. What a kick ass song!
@maxwellyego2183
Two years later I discover this, and still ..
@denisdarwis3054
Just discover Ina, God where have I been.
All of her songs are masterpieces.
@jabirhoque3891
this song should be hit
@66BBEN66
i agree
@Kuromi120
it should have been!! the song is extremely amazing!!
i hope she can earn the applause and the reputation she deserves!