1) Company, formed by guitarist Derek Bailey in 1976, is described by Incus… Read Full Bio ↴1) Company, formed by guitarist Derek Bailey in 1976, is described by Incus Records as "an association of improvising players – not a fixed group but an assortment of musicians who come together in various combinations from time to time. The first Company Week was in 1977 and, with a couple of exceptions, was an annual event in London until 1995. Since then, Company events have also taken place in many other parts of the world, in Hakushu (Japan) in Chattanooga, New York, Marseille and various other places."

2) Brian Hannon and Kelly Grant, former Catholic grade school friends, both moved to Charleston after graduating from college, eventually reconnected and started playing music together under the name Company. Throughout their journey, the duo experienced a tour with Band of Horses, SXSW, an EP release and the recent release of their debut album, Holy City. Tragically, after the album release, Kelly Grant unexpectedly passed away.

3) "Company" is also a common, albeit incorrect, tag often associated with various broadway shows. If this non-artist appears in your charts, do last.fm and yourself a favor. Fix your tags by putting the actual artist name in the artist field. Not the show name, not “Company”, but the actual artist name.

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Stay With Me
Company Lyrics

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You wanna talk to her?
Yes!
Go on
Orpheus?
Yes?
Don't come on too strong

Come home with me

Who are you?
The man who's gonna marry you
I'm Orpheus

Is he always like this?
Yes
I'm Eurydice
Your name is like a melody
A singer, is that what you are?

I also play the lyre
Oh, a liar, and a player too!
I've met too many men like you
Oh, no, I'm not like that

He's not like any man you've met
Tell her what you're workin' on

I'm workin' on a song
It isn't finished yet
But when it's done and when I sing it
Spring will come again
Come again?
Spring will come

When? I haven't seen a spring or fall since
I can't recall
That's what I'm workin' on
A song to fix what's wrong
Take what's broken, make it whole
A song so beautiful
It brings the world back into tune
Back into time
And all the flowers will bloom

When you become my wife
Oh, he's crazy
Why would I become his wife?
Maybe because he'll make you feel alive

Alive? That's worth a lot
What else you got?

Overall Meaning

In "Stay With Me" by the Company, the lyrics depict a conversation between Orpheus and Eurydice as they meet for the first time. The initial exchange reveals Orpheus' interest in Eurydice and his desire to engage in conversation. Eurydice, however, is cautioned not to let Orpheus become too overwhelming or imposing.

As the conversation progresses, Orpheus invites Eurydice to come home with him, prompting her curiosity about his identity. Orpheus reveals himself as the man who intends to marry her, highlighting his deep affection and commitment. Eurydice, taken aback by the quickness of Orpheus' intentions, introduces herself and expresses her uncertainty about Orpheus' charm, comparing his name to a melody and questioning if he is a singer.

Orpheus, attempting to portray himself in a favorable light, clarifies that he also plays the lyre, a musical instrument. However, Eurydice interprets this as Orpheus being deceitful, referring to him as a liar and a player. Eurydice's statement implies that she has encountered similar types of men before and may not easily trust Orpheus.

In response, another character, possibly a friend or observer, defends Orpheus, stating that he is different from other men Eurydice has encountered. Orpheus seizes this opportunity to share his passion: a song he is currently working on. He explains that the song is not yet complete, but once it is finished and he sings it, it will bring about the return of spring. This metaphorical concept suggests that the song will bring renewal and rejuvenation, restoring what has been lost or broken. Orpheus' song aims to fix what is wrong, heal brokenness, and bring harmony and beauty into the world.

Eurydice, still skeptical of Orpheus' intentions, questions when this transformation will occur, as she has not experienced the joys of spring or fall in a long time. Orpheus admits that this is precisely what he is striving for and emphasizes that the completion of his song will bring back the seasons, symbolizing a reversal of stagnation and a revival of life. He assures Eurydice that, through their union, he will make her feel alive and reminds her that this sense of vitality is something invaluable. Eurydice, considering the potential for a renewed existence, asks Orpheus what else he has to offer, suggesting that she seeks further proof or reassurance of his authenticity and sincerity.

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Written by: Anais Mitchell

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