lay

1. lay (noun) — sense 1

Definition: A ballad or sung poem; a short poem or narrative, usually intended to be sung.

Example: I strive, with wakeful melody, to cheer
The sullen gloom, sweet Philomel! like thee,
And call the stars to listen: every star
Is deaf to mine, enamour'd of thy lay.

2. lay (noun) — sense 2

Definition: A lyrical, narrative poem written in octosyllabic couplets that often deals with tales of adventure and romance.