Would You Lay with Me
Tanya Tucker Lyrics
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If my needs were strong would you lay with me
Should my lips grow dry would you wet them dear
In the midnight hour if my lips were dry
Would you go away to another land walk a thousand miles through the burning sand
If I give my self to you
Will you bathe with me in the stream of life
When the moon is full will you bathe with me
Will you still love me when I am down and out
In my time of trials will you stand by me
Would you go away to another land walk a thousand miles through the burning sand
Wipe the blood away from my dying hand
If I give my self to you
Would you lay with me in field of stone
Should my lips grow dry, would you wet them dear
Would you wet them dear
In the stream of life
In Tanya Tucker's song "Would You Lay with Me," the singer poses a series of questions to their loved one regarding their commitment and willingness to support them through difficult times. The first question, "Would you lay with me in a field of stone," sets a somber tone and asks whether the other person would be willing to be with the singer even in tough situations. The second line reiterates this sentiment, asking if they would still be willing to be with the singer even if their needs were great.
The third and fourth lines display a more intimate side of the song, with the singer asking if their partner would wet their lips if they were dry. This can be interpreted both metaphorically and literally, but either way conveys a sense of vulnerability, as if the singer is relying on their partner for something as simple as hydration.
The song shifts to a more adventurous theme in the next verse, asking if the other person would be willing to walk a thousand miles and wipe blood away from their dying hand. This line seems to suggest that no matter what sort of dire situation the two might find themselves in, they will always have each other's backs.
The final verse returns to the intimate theme, asking if the other person would bathe in the stream of life with them and whether they would stand by them during their time of trials. The overall message of the song is one of love and commitment, cemented by the repeated refrain of "would you lay with me in a field of stone."
Line by Line Meaning
Would you lay with me in a field of stone
If life gets tough and everything seems hopeless, would you stay with me and face it together?
If my needs were strong would you lay with me
If my emotional and physical needs become too strong, would you still be there for me?
Should my lips grow dry would you wet them dear
In my weakest moment, would you be willing to provide me with comfort?
In the midnight hour if my lips were dry
During dark times when I need you the most, would you be present and supportive?
Would you go away to another land walk a thousand miles through the burning sand
If I ended up in a difficult situation that requires me to go far away, would you follow me and walk the distance?
Wipe the blood away from my dying hand
If something dangerous happens to me and I'm injured, would you help me and take care of me?
If I give myself to you
If I open my heart to you and trust you with my thoughts and emotions,
Will you bathe with me in the stream of life
Will you join me on this journey we call life and take part in every aspect together?
When the moon is full will you bathe with me
Even when things are going well and there's nothing to worry about, will you still accompany me and share my happiness?
Will you still love me when I am down and out
Even if I face difficult situations and lose everything, would your affection for me remain the same?
In my time of trials will you stand by me
During challenging times when I feel alone and helpless, would you be there to lend me your support?
Would you wet them dear
Would you be willing to provide me with comfort, especially when I'm at my lowest?
Would you lay with me in the field of stone
Would you still be there for me even when everything seems hopeless?
Should my lips grow dry, would you wet them dear
If I ever feel helpless or in need of comfort, would you be there for me?
In the stream of life
Amidst the ups and downs of life, would you still be there for me?
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Bluewater Music Corp.
Written by: David Allan Coe
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@joanwightman7757
My husband asked me to listen to this and said his answer would be YES.. Well I did it all as he asked. You see he was my first love and we reunited after 46 years last July. He got sick with pancreatic cancer stage4 in September and passed away November. I gave him last rites no one was there. So I asked God , he was a Vietnam POW and had PTSD
@mgrimes1367
I am so sorry for your loss.
@FreedomChuckmusic
I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m sure he appreciated your loyalty.
@candancecarmean770
Nothing even needs to be said..........perfection.
@MarcosBryant-mr7jw
What do you admire most about Tanya
@danielprice5116
I was dreaming of this song and woke up crying. I had to hear it. Thanks for uploading it.
@WadeKing-dm2hw
This is the most beautiful love song ever written and I'd listen to it as a little boy and id think this is a love that everybody wants. It doesn't stop at death but goes on and on..Forever. And I wanted to meet them and run to the ends of the Earth if possible so no one could ever get to us or harm us
@erniea4424
Few people know it was written by David Allen Coe. Truly his finest work
@henryjacobs2482
I sure would give anything for them to bring back some good ole country music back. or take me back in the day
@Mrchacha67
I remember hearing this song when I was about seven years old. I’ve been searching for it ever since, but I didn’t know the name or artist. I just found it today at the age of 53. Gonna be a good day!