Stay

Jaci Velasquez

About Stay

"Can't Stay Away from You" is the title of a 1988 single by singer Gloria Estefan, credited to Estefan and her former band, the Miami Sound Machine. The song was the third single released from their multi-platinum album, Let It Loose. It became Estefan's (and her band's) fifth Top 10 hit in the United States, peaking at #6 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart; it was their second #1 hit on the adult contemporary chart, following 1986's "Words Get in the Way". The song originally peaked at #88 on the UK Singles Chart in May 1988, however the song was re-released after the success of its follow-up, "Anything for You", peaking at #7 in March 1989. The song is a pensive ballad sung from the perspective of a woman who is in love with someone who doesn't feel the same, but she is unwilling to walk away from their relationship because she does not want it to end. The European single contains as a bonus cut a remixed version of "Surrender", an album cut from "Let It Loose", which Estefan performed on "Solid Gold". 


Year:
2012
3:05
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#2

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Hey now, hey now
Before I let you go away
Hey now slow down
There's a few things I must say
I know you know
There is gonna be a day
When I hear you say
You know I just can't stay

Though the birds are singing outside
My heart is still breaking deep inside
You and I are saying goodbye
But you just gotta stay

Hey now, hey now
We said it was you and me
But right now, some how
I can't let you leave
You don't have to go away
I'll be begging you to stay.

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Jaci Velasquez

Jacquelyn "Jaci" Davette Velasquez (Spanish Jaci Velásquez, born October 15, 1979 in Houston, Texas) is an American Contemporary Christian and Latin pop singer—in both English and Spanish languages. more »

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Written by: AARON RICE, BRAD LYONS, JACI VELASQUEZ, JACQUELYN DAVETTE VEL�SQUEZ, TONY LUCIDO

Lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing, MOON AND MUSKY MUSIC, FUN ATTIC MUSIC, LLC

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16 facts about this song

Album Origin
The song "Stay" is from Jaci Velasquez's self-titled second studio album, which was released on March 31, 1998.
Chart Performance
The song topped number one on the Billboard Hot Christian Songs chart, marking her name in the Christian music scene.
Song Theme
"Stay" has an encouraging theme, often interpreted as a plea to a lover, or as a Christian song, a plea to God, to stay despite difficulties and challenges.
Accomplishments
Velasquez's album, which features the song "Stay", was certified Platinum by the RIAA, indicating it sold over a million copies.
Musical Style
"Stay" is a mix of contemporary Christian pop music and Latin pop, reflecting Velasquez's Mexican-American heritage.
Songwriters
The song was written by Mark Heimermann and Andrew Ramsey, who have worked with other popular Christian artists.
Awards
The album featuring "Stay" won the 1999 GMA Dove Award for Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year.
Grammy Nominations
The album was also nominated for Best Pop/Contemporary Gospel Album at the 41st Grammy Awards.
First Single
"Stay" was released as the first single from her eponymous album.
Live Performances
Velasquez has performed "Stay" at numerous Christian music festivals, often noting it as one of her favorite songs to perform.
Music Video
The music video for "Stay" showcases a young Jaci Velasquez singing with a full band in a dramatically lit setting, reflecting the song's passionate plea.
Personal Attachment
In several interviews, Velasquez revealed that the song "Stay" has been very personal to her, associating it with her life experiences.
Song Duration
The song "Stay" has a duration of 5 minutes and 13 seconds.
Cover Songs
Though not widely covered, "Stay" has been performed by numerous Christian worship bands at religious gatherings and events.
Popularity
Twenty years after its release, "Stay" continues to be a popular track, getting considerable play on both Christian and mainstream radio stations worldwide.
Impact
"Stay" is often acknowledged by fans and critics as the song that defined Jaci Velasquez's early career.

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