Lay It On The Line
Triumph · Stages [2010]
It's the same old story all over again
You turn a lover into just another friend
I want to love you, I want to make you mine
Won't you lay it on the line?
I'm tired of playing foolish games
I'm tired of all of your lies making me insane
I don't ask for much, the truth'll do just fine
Wont' you lay it on the line
CHORUS:
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Don't waste my time
You got no right to make me wait
We better talk, girl, before it gets too late
I never ever thought you could be so unkind
Won't you lay it on the line
CHORUS
You know I love you, you know it's true
It's up to you, girl, now what've I got to do
Don't hold me up, girl, don't waste my precious time
Won't you lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
(fades)
You turn a lover into just another friend
I want to love you, I want to make you mine
Won't you lay it on the line?
I'm tired of playing foolish games
I'm tired of all of your lies making me insane
I don't ask for much, the truth'll do just fine
Wont' you lay it on the line
CHORUS:
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Don't waste my time
You got no right to make me wait
We better talk, girl, before it gets too late
I never ever thought you could be so unkind
Won't you lay it on the line
CHORUS
You know I love you, you know it's true
It's up to you, girl, now what've I got to do
Don't hold me up, girl, don't waste my precious time
Won't you lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
Lay it on the line
(fades)
About Lay It On The Line
Triumph's "Lay It On The Line" stands as a defining track from their 2010 album *Stages*, showcasing the band's signature blend of hard rock and progressive metal. Released during a period of heightened activity for the group, the song exemplifies their ability to fuse heavy, driving rhythms with melodic sensibilities that have earned them a dedicated following. As part of their broader discography from that era, the recording reflects the band's commitment to crafting anthemic tracks designed for live performance and radio play. The composition captures the intensity and emotional depth characteristic of Triumph's work, serving as a testament to their status as a prominent force in the modern heavy metal scene.