What makes Lay Me Down by Avicii notable?

Lay Me Down was notable for its commercial success, reaching the top of the charts in several countries and solidifying Avicii's position in the EDM scene. The song also drew attention for its collaboration with renowned vocalist Adam Lambert, showcasing a confluence of pop and electronic influences that resonated widely with audiences. Released in 2014, Lay Me Down followed Avicii's breakout debut album, True, which established him as a leading figure in electronic music. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from chart-topping hits into exploring deeper themes in his music while maintaining his catchy, danceable sound.

How many songs are on Lay Me Down?

Lay Me Down has 1 track, running approximately 5 minutes.

Lay Me Down

Avicii · 2014

5 min · 1 track · electronic dance music

An uplifting blend of electronic beats and heartfelt lyrics that captures the essence of dance-pop culture.

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Lay Me Down — The title track features emotive vocals paired with Avicii's signature melodic production, serving as a perfect representation of the album's themes of love and longing.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100

Lowland

Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The track combines strong production with emotional lyrics, but its structure is conventional for the genre.

What we noticed

The track features a steady four-on-the-floor beat with layered synths that build throughout, creating an uplifting atmosphere.
The arrangement includes a breakdown section where instrumentation drops out, allowing the vocals to shine before building back into the chorus.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 4/10

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This single solidified Avicii's position in the EDM scene after his debut.
Themes: dance-pop culture· emotive electronic landscapes
Career context: Released in 2014, Lay Me Down followed Avicii's breakout debut album, True, which established him as a leading figure in electronic music. At this point in his career, he was transitioning from chart-topping hits into exploring deeper themes in his music while maintaining his catchy, danceable sound.
Stylistic neighbors: Calvin Harris· David Guetta· Zedd