Lay It On Me

by Vance Joy

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Lyrics

I’m (C)so (F)gone.

(Bb)An y one could (F)see that I’m wast ed.

You (C)cut (F)through

and (Bb)I just wan na know what’s in your head.

Write it (C)on a (F)piece of pa per, hon (Bb)ey.

Mm,

put it (C)in my (F)coat be fore I go,

hid den (C)in a (F)place you know I’ll find it,

oh,

lat er (C)when I’m (F)sit ting all a lone.

(Dm)Let

(Bb)me

in.

Ev ’ry thing starts at your skin

(Bb)so

(C)new.

Your love’s al ways find ing me out.

Who am I kid (C)ding?

If all my de fens es come (Dm)down,

ah, ba by,

will you lay it all on me now?

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

Snow (C)comes (F)down,

(Bb)ev ’ry thing is (F)new and dif f’rent.

I (C)found (F)you

(Bb)hid den in plain (F)sight.

Why’d it take so long?

Write (C)it on (F)a piece of pa per, hon (Bb)ey.

Mm,

Put (C)it in (F)my coat be fore I go.

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

(Dm)(Oh, (C)oh, (F)oh,

(Bb)oh, (F)oh, (C)oh.

(Dm)Oh, (C)oh, (F)oh,

(Bb)oh, (F)oh.) (C)Your love’s al ways find ing me out.

Who am I kid (C)ding?

If all my de fens es come (Dm)down,

ah, ba by,

will you lay it all on me now?

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

Lay it all on me now.

Lay It On Me by Vance Joy — Easy Piano for Kids

This page shows “Lay It On Me by Vance Joy in our color-coded kid songbook view — every note is colored by pitch (red C, orange D, yellow E, green F, blue G, purple A, pink B) and the lyrics sit directly under each note, so children can sing along while they play. The song is in the key of Bb at 126 BPM, a comfortable easy-level arrangement perfect for first-time learners.

Tips for parents & teachers

  • Start at 50% tempo using the BPM control. Speed up only when your child can play through without stopping.
  • Turn on the metronome from the top bar to build steady rhythm.
  • Use the segmented OFF / C / 1 button to toggle note labels on the staff and keys — kids learn note names faster with letters showing.
  • Tap a measure number on the timeline to jump to a specific section for repeat practice.

Frequently asked questions

Is "Lay It On Me" good for a child learning piano?
Yes — this color-coded arrangement is designed for ages 4-12. Each note is colored by pitch so kids match colors to keys, no music reading required. Lyrics sit under every note for sing-along play.
What age can start with "Lay It On Me"?
Children as young as 4 can follow the color-coded notes. By age 6-7 most kids can play through the song themselves with light guidance. Parent help is recommended for the first few sessions.
Do we need a piano teacher to use this?
No — the color-coded format is designed to be self-explanatory. Parents with no music background can supervise. Teachers can also use it as an introductory lesson tool.
Can we print the sheet music?
Yes — tap "Download Sheet Music" above for a free printable PDF with the same color-coded notes that appear on screen.
How many chords does "Lay It On Me" use?
Just 5 chords: Bb, C, Dm, Dm7, F. Take it one section at a time.
What other Vance Joy songs work for kids?
Try "MESS IS MINE", "SATURDAY SUN", "RIPTIDE". All play with color-coded notes; pick a familiar tune to keep kids engaged.