Lay You Down
Usher
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We got all night baby Ooh, yeah I'm a take my time with you Yeah, now listen And I'm gonna You know how daddy like it I'm here to see you momma Just let me do me alright Ooh wee baby, listen Baby its the pressure of knowing that I'm watching you perform Or maybe you're not used to someone Who knows exactly what you want I know the fire's burnin', But baby's there's no need to be alone, oh yea And you can be the rain that's fallin', Girl and I'll be the thunderstorm Oh yeah You got no need to be nervous Because you are safe in my hands I'm sure you'll be needin' my service Baby your wish will be my command Cause I'm a touch you with my mind, Kiss you with my body If you give me time, I know you won't be sorry This ain't bump n' grind, I'll show you what love is if you let me lay you down I promise you ain't goin' Nowhere, nowhere, nowhere You ain't goin' Nowhere, nowhere, nowhere You ain't goin' Nowhere, girl not until You let me lay you down in here When you're cold, I wanna be the one that keeps you warm, hm I'll make your body come to me, I'll pull you back when you try to run, baby Baby I'll go deep, Open up if you're ready for me to feed ya And let me tell you who you are Let me taste it, you can take it It's goin' down right here. Cause I'll touch you with my mind, Kiss you with my body If you give me time, know you won't be sorry This ain't bump n' grind, I'll show you what love is if you let me lay you down I promise you ain't goin' Nowhere, nowhere, nowhere You ain't goin' Nowhere, nowhere, nowhere You ain't goin' Nowhere, girl until You let me lay you down in here All that I want Is to squeeze you, touch you, kiss you, baby And I'll provide you with that Special kind of lovin' You ain't gon' want nothing but me (You ain't goin' nowhere) I'll show you what love is If you let me lay you down I promise you ain't goin' Nowhere, nowhere You ain't goin' No, you won't be sorry You ain't goin' Nowhere, girl not until You let me lay you down in here
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Written by: RICHARD BUTLER, DWAYNE NESMITH, USHER RAYMOND
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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10 facts about this song
Recording Process"Lay You Down" is a song by Usher from his sixth studio album titled "Raymond v. Raymond" that was recorded between 2008 to 2010.
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Album ReleaseThe album "Raymond v. Raymond," which includes the song "Lay You Down," was released on March 26, 2010.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Usher, along with other songwriters including Rico Love, Earl Hood, Eric Goudy II, Danny Morris, and The Runners.
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The Producers"Lay You Down" was produced by Rico Love, Earl & E, and The Runners.
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GenreThe song is characterized by an R&B sound and it also contains elements of pop.
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Album ReviewWhile the song "Lay You Down" was not released as a single, the album "Raymond v. Raymond" received generally positive reviews from critics.
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Song ThemeThe lyrics of "Lay You Down" depict a sensual scene where Usher expresses his desire to intimately connect with his love interest.
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Album Sales"Raymond v. Raymond" debuted at number one on the US Billboard 200 chart, selling 329,000 copies in its first week. This strong sales performance solidifies the high visibility of songs like "Lay You Down."
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Grammy Winning AlbumThe album "Raymond v. Raymond" won Best Contemporary R&B Album at the 53rd Grammy Awards, which indirectly credits the influence of songs like "Lay You Down" as part of the album.
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Notable CollaborationRico Love, who co-wrote and co-produced "Lay You Down," is notable for his work with other popular artists such as Beyoncé and Nelly. This significant collaboration adds to the interest and professionalism surrounding "Lay You Down."
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