Don't Stay
Linkin Park Lyrics
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Sometimes I need you to stay away from me
Sometimes I'm in disbelief, I didn't know
Somehow I need you to go
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
Take all your faithlessness with you
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Sometimes I feel like I trusted you too well
Sometimes I just feel like screaming at myself
Sometimes I'm in disbelief, I didn't know
Somehow I need to be alone
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
What you were changing me into
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
Take all your faithlessness with you
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
I don't need you anymore, don't want to be ignored
I don't need one more day, of you wasting me away
I don't need you anymore, I don't want to be ignored
I don't need one more day, of you wasting me away
(With no apologies)
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
What you were changing me into
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
Take all your faithlessness with you
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Don't stay
Don't stay
The song "Don't Stay" by Linkin Park is about a relationship that has become toxic and emotionally draining. The singer expresses the need for space and separation from their partner, asking them to forget the memories and future possibilities they shared. The chorus repeats the phrase "Don't stay", emphasizing the importance of ending the relationship and moving on. The song also touches on the theme of self-discovery as the singer realizes that they want to be alone and regain their sense of self.
One interesting fact about "Don't Stay" is that it was included in the video game "Medal of Honor: Rising Sun" in 2003. The song was also used in the promotional campaign for the movie "Transformers" in 2007. Another interesting fact is that the song was produced by Rick Rubin, who has worked with a variety of artists such as Red Hot Chili Peppers, Slayer, and Jay-Z.
In terms of chart performance, "Don't Stay" reached number 14 on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart in 2004. The song also appeared on the band's second studio album "Meteora", which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in 2003. The album has since been certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes I need to remember just to breathe
At times, I have to remind myself to relax and take a deep breath to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Sometimes I need you to stay away from me
Occasionally, I need some time alone without you around to avoid feeling suffocated.
Sometimes I'm in disbelief, I didn't know
There are instances when I cannot believe what is happening, and I’m caught off guard.
Somehow I need you to go
For some reason, it's imperative for me that you leave.
Don't stay
Please don’t stick around.
Forget our memories
Let’s move on from our past memories and not dwell on them.
Forget our possibilities
Ignore what we could have had together and focus on the present reality.
What you were changing me into
Your influence was altering me, and I don't want that.
(Just give me myself back and)
All I want is to return to who I was before I met you.
Take all your faithlessness with you
I want you to carry away your lack of loyalty, trust, or support.
Sometimes I feel like I trusted you too well
At times, I think I have placed too much trust in you and regret it.
Sometimes I just feel like screaming at myself
Occasionally, I feel frustrated and angry with myself for allowing you to influence me.
Sometimes I'm in disbelief, I didn't know
There are instances when I cannot believe what is happening, and I’m caught off guard.
Somehow I need to be alone
For some reason, I need to isolate myself and be by myself.
I don't need you anymore, don't want to be ignored
I don’t require your presence any longer, and I don’t want you to dismiss me.
I don't need one more day, of you wasting me away
I don’t want another day of my life to be neglected, destroyed or ruined by you.
(With no apologies)
You shouldn’t even be sorry for not doing anything.
Don't stay
Please don’t stick around.
Forget our memories
Let’s move on from our past memories and not dwell on them.
Forget our possibilities
Ignore what we could have had together and focus on the present reality.
What you were changing me into
Your influence was altering me, and I don't want that.
(Just give me myself back and)
All I want is to return to who I was before I met you.
Take all your faithlessness with you
I want you to carry away your lack of loyalty, trust, or support.
Don't stay
Please don’t stick around.
Don't stay
Please don’t stick around.
Don't stay
Please don’t stick around.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Brad Delson, Chester Charles Bennington, Dave Farrell, Joseph Hahn, Mike Shinoda, Robert G. Bourdon
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"Don't Stay"
Sometimes I need to remember just to breathe
Sometimes I need you to stay away from me
Sometimes I'm in disbelief I didn't know
Somehow I need you to go
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
What you were changing me into
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
Take all your faithlessness with you
Just give me myself back and
Don't stay
Sometimes I feel like I trusted you too well
Sometimes I just feel like screaming at myself
Sometimes I'm in disbelief I didn't know
Somehow I need to be alone
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
What you were changing me into
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
Take all your faithlessness with you
Just give me myself back and
Don't stay
I don't need you anymore, I don't want to be ignored
I don't need one more day of you wasting me away
I don't need you anymore, I don't want to be ignored
I don't need one more day of you wasting me away
With no apologies
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
What you were changing me into
(Just give me myself back and)
Don't stay
Forget our memories
Forget our possibilities
Take all your faithlessness with you
Just give me myself back and
Don't stay
Don't stay
Don't stay
@boomi3
this is exactly what “better than studio version” sounds like
@boring6388
FACTS 😊
@milo7229
They've always felt what they created and they brought it to life in their shows.
@EmarketingRobots
This is really one of my favorites, the album version is good. Live it's just f*cking AWESOME 🤘
@fabiennegrenier6448
Merci Chester pour toute tes belles chansons
@fabiennegrenier6448
Love Chester 💜💚💜💚💚💚💜💚
@ciantar60
Thank you for the memories and helping me get through really rough times. RIP Chester.
@Treychik
they helped a lot of us to pull through all kinds of sh..and for that I'll be forever greatfull.
@shawncloud1152
Yes thank you so much for these!!!
@travismundog6598
Same