The duo finished their high school education at Jacob-Grimm Schule. Clemens played in a jazz quartet known as Flown Tones where he played bass guitar. Philipp was a DJ.
Their first single 'Stolen Dance' was released in 2012, topping the charts in countries including Austria, France, Hungary and Switzerland.
In 2013, they released their self-produced album 'Sadnecessary' that was well received, that included the tracks 'Stolen Dance' and 'Down by the River'. The album peaked at number 14 in Germany, and charted at 17 on the Billboard 200 chart.
The band released their second album 'Blossom' on 17 March 2017. Blossom was inspired by the experience Clemens and Philipp had in the last two years and the two different worlds they've jumped into: touring and being home in their private life with family and friends. Lead by the single 'Cocoon', the album also includes 'Bad Things' featuring Izzy Bizu.
In May 2019 the band announced they were producing their third album, which would be titled 'Mind the Moon', recording it at Ocean Sound Recordings in Ålesund, Norway. Three songs from the album, 'Daydreaming' (feat. Tash Sultana), 'The Game' and 'Fado' were released in the months leading up to the album release on 15 November 2019.
Stay
Milky Chance Lyrics
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Trying to make it for you
Knowing that it could be the last thing I've done for you
It's the end, as always confused
Spend my time trying to read our past
Remembering that feeling
Don't fool around, run away
Don't fool around, run away
'Cause there is someone who wants you
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
Wants you to stay
Wants you to stay
After overcoming hour after hour
Ignoring all your demons
You'll collapse undercover of your darkness
Strangling with feelings
Yes it is yes, but always confusing
Be the one that you always wanted to be
Can you really see then?
Don't fool around, run away
'Cause there is someone who wants you to stay
Don't fool around, run away
'Cause there is someone who wants you
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
Wants you to stay
Wants you to stay
Don't fool around, run away
'Cause there is someone who wants you to stay
And don't fool around, run away
'Cause there is someone who wants you
The song "Stay" by Milky Chance seems to be about someone who is trying to convince their partner to stay with them. The lyrics suggest that the relationship has been difficult and tumultuous, but despite the struggles, the singer is fighting for their love. The lines "After all that's been really tough for us, trying to make it for you, knowing that it could be the last thing I've done for you" convey a sense of urgency and desperation, as if the singer knows that their time with their partner may be limited. The lyrics "Spend my time trying to read our past, remembering that feeling" suggest that the singer is reminiscing about the good times they shared in the relationship, and trying to bring those memories back into the present.
The chorus of the song repeats the line "Don't fool around, run away, 'cause there is someone who wants you to stay" several times. This line is a plea to the partner to not give up on the relationship, and to stay in it despite the difficulties they may be facing. The lines "After overcoming hour after hour, ignoring all your demons, you'll collapse undercover of your darkness, strangling with feelings" suggest that the singer is aware of their partner's struggles and is willing to support them through it all. The song concludes with the repeated urging to stay, emphasizing the importance of keeping the relationship intact.
Overall, "Stay" by Milky Chance is a heartfelt and impassioned plea to a partner to stay in a relationship that has been tumultuous but still has potential. The lyrics convey the desperation and urgency of trying to salvage a relationship that may be in danger of falling apart.
Line by Line Meaning
After all that's been really tough for us
Despite all the challenges we've faced, we've made it this far
Trying to make it for you
We're struggling to keep going for the sake of someone else
Knowing that it could be the last thing I've done for you
We're aware that this could be the end of the road
It's the end, as always confused
Even though it's a familiar feeling, the uncertainty still perplexes us
Spend my time trying to read our past
We're analyzing our history to make sense of the present
Remembering that feeling
We're clinging to a hopeful memory
Don't fool around, run away
Don't waste your time on things that won't matter in the end
'Cause there is someone who wants you to stay
There's someone who loves and values you
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
They want you to stick around and keep fighting
After overcoming hour after hour
Despite the endless struggles, we've kept going
Ignoring all your demons
Pushing past personal obstacles and negative thoughts
You'll collapse undercover of your darkness
Keeping up appearances takes a toll and can lead to breakdowns
Strangling with feelings
Emotions are overwhelming and hard to express
Yes it is yes, but always confusing
The truth is simple, but it's hard to navigate
Be the one that you always wanted to be
Find and embrace your true self
Can you really see then?
Once you find yourself, will things become clearer?
'Cause there is someone who wants you to stay
Someone still cares and values your presence
And don't fool around, run away
Don't waste your time on things that don't matter
Cause there is someone who wants you
You're loved and valued by someone
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
They need you to keep fighting and stay strong
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
You're not alone and valued by someone
Wants you to stay-eh-eh-yeah-eh-eh
They're asking you to keep going for them
Wants you to stay
Even though it's tough, things will get better and you're not alone
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CLEMENS REHBEIN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
KIRA
the best milky chance's song to me.. still so emotionally strong..
Jake Carr
Such a powerful song
Brick Brick
I have to let this out of my system.
This song reminds me of my ex. I remember discovering this band days before we started dating and telling him about it. He loved their music. I wonder if he still does. Fast forward to three months, he cheated on me and broke up with me over a phone call. I still miss him.
Jacob Fernandez
I've never related to anyone on youtube before. You'll be okay
Chase Shields
@ClippedWings22 This. It's not easy because there will always be the things you liked about them, but you have to let it go and move on!
Favio Valenzuela
Dam real life is shit
Lipe Freitas
:(
NicolasCavaliere
It is really cruel indeed that this song comes to an end
Snickers Cream
I love his words and the chords mhhhh yes
hennarey_tutorials
If you're looking for the chords: https://youtu.be/Twa40-b52ag