Lay It Down
Ratt Lyrics


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I know you don't really know mee
I know you don't really care to see me
I'm into total affection
Not being scared if you never please me
You know you really want to lay it down
Right now
And how
I know you really want to lay it down
Right now
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down

Under the sheets you will find me
I know that nothing's for free
You take what's good for your pleasing
I'll take what's good for this crazy evening
You know you really want to lay it down
Right now
And how
I know you really want to lay it down
Right now
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down
Lay it down

I know you only want romance
I'll give you all that I can
If you'll give me just one chance
To prove myself and my love

Lay it down




Lay it down
Lay it down

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Ratt's song Lay It Down are about a passionate sexual encounter between two people who do not have much emotional connection. The singer says that the person they are with does not really know them and does not care to see them outside of this moment. They crave physical affection and are unafraid to express their desires. The singer believes that the person they are with also wants to "lay it down" with them and encourages them to do so.


The lyrics also touch upon the idea that there are no strings attached in this encounter. Each person takes what they need from it without any expectation of more. The singer acknowledges that they know this person only wants romance, but they are willing to give everything they can if given the chance to prove their love.


Overall, the song is a representation of the raw, physical desires that can exist between two people who do not have an emotional connection.


Line by Line Meaning

I know you don't really know mee
I'm aware that we don't have a deep, meaningful connection


I know you don't really care to see me
I understand that you may not have a strong desire to spend time with me


I'm into total affection
I wholeheartedly believe in showing affection in a relationship


Not being scared if you never please me
I'm not afraid to enjoy intimacy with you, even if it doesn't always meet my expectations


You know you really want to lay it down
I can sense that you have an intense desire for physical intimacy right now


Right now
At this very moment


And how
Absolutely, without a doubt


Under the sheets you will find me
If we engage in physical intimacy, you will discover more about me


I know that nothing's for free
I understand that physical intimacy typically comes with consequences or expectations


You take what's good for your pleasing
You may focus on what benefits you during our time together


I'll take what's good for this crazy evening
I'll try to enjoy the experience and find pleasure in it, even if it's not perfect


I know you only want romance
I believe that you desire a romantic connection with me


I'll give you all that I can
I'm willing to put in effort to make this experience fulfilling for both of us


If you'll give me just one chance
If you're willing to give our relationship a real opportunity


To prove myself and my love
To demonstrate my commitment and affection for you


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy


Lay it down
Let's engage in physical intimacy




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Juan Croucier, Robbin Crosby, Stephen Pearcy, Warren De Martini

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@earthsucks9555

I don’t play guitar 1 bit

I know a guy who I consider to be a really good guitarist.

I go over his house, we burn 1 & start bs’ing, I remembered your comment and asked him to listen to this song and then mimic it. He’s got the chops to do it. So he listens and intently watches this same video on YouTube in front of me. He couldn’t get it & I left after 20 minutes of him trying.
Next day he calls me up telling me exactly what you said. His respect for Ratt is now huge thanks to you. Says his hand hurt & he finally figured out the tuning. He played me that riff over the phone while yelling “woooooooo” Ric Flair style——He’s a Ratt fan now because of your comment.


You, sir, know what you’re talking about.



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@rhino

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@radegojic4862

@@KittyKittyBoomBoom Original is the best !!!
Not everthing looks good in HD

@radegojic4862

@@KittyKittyBoomBoom
Truth to say i wish to see both version original and HD i like both version.

@DragonboltBlastter

Still no 2160p reupload?

@DragonboltBlastter

@@KittyKittyBoomBoom That would be cool (2160p would be even cooler). However I always thought that one needs the (original analogue or digital) master tape (if @RHINO) still has it, to natively remaster it to 2160p. But sure man, would love to see this awsome clip in better quality

@DragonboltBlastter

@@KittyKittyBoomBoom By the way keep the original aspect ratio 4:3 and not 16:9 or it will look stretched out. I hate it when original channels stretch it to 16:9 (looks unnatural)

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@colinweaver8139

That opening riff is hands down one of the best ones in 80's metal!

@andrewmcinnis1123

Guaranteed!! 🔥🔥🤘🤘😊

@victorhunter8900

Ratt always have catchy riffs.

@Titan19701

No thing better

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