Kuustonen oli aiemmin toiminut Pro Fide gospelyhtyeessä vokalistina. Kuustosen ryhdyttyä panostamaan omaan soolouraansa ja Silvennoisen Kummeli-sketsisarjaan, Q.Stonen toimintaan tuli tauko. Ariel Neulaniemi sai yhtyeen kuitenkin esiintymään järjestämässään Larry Norman -muistoillassa Tavastia-klubilla 27.5.2008. Yhtye esiintyi alkuperäiskokoonpanossaan lisättynä kitaristi Marzi Nymanilla.
Kristillisen rockin isäksi kutsuttu helmikuussa 2008 kuollut Norman tuotti Q.Stonen ensimmäisen levyn. Q.Stone soittaa myös Larry Normanin vuonna 1990 julkaistulla live-albumilla "Live At Flevo".
Kesällä 2013 Q.Stone teki sarjan konsertteja Suomen eri festivaaleilla. Yhtye soitti kiertueella kokoonpanossa Mikko Kuustonen, Heikki Silvennoinen, Mikko Löytty, Sakari Löytty ja Max Tabell. Lisäksi Q.Stonen tuotannosta julkaistiin kokoelmalevy, "The Thrill Is Back".
Kokoonpanot
1987
Mikko Kuustonen – laulu, huuliharppu, dobro
Jokke Kantola – kosketinsoittimet
Eppu Ainesmaa – kitara
Pepsi Gustavsson – bassokitara
Jukka Niemelä – rummut
Outi Terho - taustalaulu
1987-1992
Mikko Kuustonen – laulu
Markku 'Max' Tabell – kosketinsoittimet
Heikki Silvennoinen – kitara, laulu, taustalaulu
Mikko Löytty – bassokitara, taustalaulu
Sakari Löytty – rummut
Vuodesta 1993 eteenpäin
Markku 'Max' Tabell – kosketinsoittimet
Heikki Silvennoinen – kitara, laulu, taustalaulu
Mikko Löytty – bassokitara
Sakari Löytty – rummut
Diskografia
Q. stone & Pro Fide (4-song EP 1987)
Q. stone (1988)
Pink on blue (1990)
Q. stone III (1992)
No substitute (1993)
Don't Leave Me Now
Q.Stone Lyrics
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I’ll drink rose from the bottle til I feel like I can float
Float away from all my problems
And watch them pass me by
Stumbling down the street
How drunk am I
I’ve never been the kinda girl who likes to party
No I’m not the type to sip Coke and Bacardi
Netflix is my best friend and I’d really rather stay in
It’s easier if I don’t have to answer all your questions
Please don’t make me leave my couch
Maybe I’m a little lonely but I like it just fine
I’d rather hang out with Joey
And see my real friends another time
What to say & what to wear
It’s so much work to do my hair
In case you can’t tell
I don’t want to be there
I’ve never been the kinda girl who likes to party
No I’m not the type to sip Coke and Bacardi
Please don’t make me leave my house
Netflix is my best friend and I’d really rather stay in
It’s easier if I don’t have to answer all your questions
Please don’t make me leave my couch
I know I cancel every time you try to hang out
But please don’t make me leave my house
I’d rather be home on my couch
I just need some space to be alone
It’s not you it’s me
So please don’t make me leave my house
I’d rather be home on my couch
I’ve never been the kinda girl who likes to party
No I’m not the type to sip Coke and Bacardi
I’ve never been the kinda girl who likes to party
No I’m not the type to sip Coke and Bacardi
Please don’t make me leave my house
Netflix is my best friend and I’d really rather stay in
It’s easier if I don’t have to answer all your questions
Please don’t make me leave my couch
Please don’t make me leave my house
I’d rather be home on my couch
The song "Don't Leave Me Now" by Q.Stone portrays the tendency of some individuals to prefer staying at home rather than going out and having fun in social settings. The first verse emphasizes the dislike towards alcohol and the preference for rose wine. The second verse shows the reluctance to leave the house and the appreciation of the comfort provided by Netflix and being alone. The chorus repeats the desire to stay at home and avoid social events, as well as the fear of being forced to leave the comfort of the couch.
The lyrics are relatable to a generation that is heavily influenced by social media and technology. Many people prefer staying at home, browsing on the internet, or binge-watching series instead of going out and socializing. This may lead to loneliness and a lack of genuine human connection, but the fear of stepping out of the comfort zone and facing anxiety and expectations is more overwhelming for some. Hence the plea, "Please don't make me leave my house."
The song is a contemplative and introspective piece that aims to shed light on certain societal concerns. From social anxiety to a culture of introversion, the lyrics reflect the mindset of a modern individual that is more comfortable behind screens than in social situations. The song's mellow and reflective tone fits the theme and mood of the lyrics, making it a relatable and introspective piece of music.
Line by Line Meaning
I don’t like the way that whiskey burns my throat
I dislike the discomfort caused by consuming whiskey, making me prefer other drinks.
I’ll drink rose from the bottle til I feel like I can float
I choose to drink this particular wine until I feel invincible enough to escape my problems.
Float away from all my problems
I imagine letting go of all my troubles, detaching from reality.
And watch them pass me by
I don't want to face my problems head-on, but instead rather see them disappear in the distance.
Stumbling down the street
My consumption of alcohol has left me in an inebriated state, making it difficult to walk properly.
How drunk am I
I am questioning my level of intoxication due to the effects of the alcohol.
I’ve never been the kinda girl who likes to party
It's not typical of me to desire going out to social events or clubs.
No I’m not the type to sip Coke and Bacardi
I don't enjoy drinking mixed drinks or cocktails containing Coca-Cola and Bacardi Rum.
Please don’t make me leave my house
I prefer to stay in the comfort of my own home instead of going out.
Netflix is my best friend and I’d really rather stay in
I find solace in watching movies and TV shows online, making me want to stay indoors.
It’s easier if I don’t have to answer all your questions
Being alone and not having to face anyone's inquiries makes things a lot easier for me.
Maybe I’m a little lonely but I like it just fine
While I may feel a bit lonely, I am content with my own company.
I’d rather hang out with Joey
I prefer spending time with my close friend Joey instead of going out with others.
And see my real friends another time
I don't consider the people I socialize with in party scenarios my true friends, making me want to see my actual friends later.
What to say & what to wear
Deciding what to wear and how to behave in social situations is a source of anxiety for me.
It’s so much work to do my hair
Preparing myself physically for a social event involves a lot of work that I am not too fond of.
In case you can’t tell
I am making it clear that my aversion to socializing is not difficult to read between the lines.
I don’t want to be there
I have no desire to be present at any social event or gathering.
I know I cancel every time you try to hang out
I am aware that I tend to cancel social plans with others, likely due to my discomfort in social situations.
But please don’t make me leave my house
I am pleading with the other party to respect my preference of staying indoors.
I just need some space to be alone
I require some privacy and solitude to be comfortable, which is why staying indoors is my preferred option.
It’s not you it’s me
I want to make it clear that my preference for staying home has nothing to do with the person I am speaking with, but is rather a matter of personal preference.
Please don’t make me leave my house
I am reiterating my desire to stay indoors, hoping to be respected in that decision.
Please don’t make me leave my couch
I don't want to be forced to move from my current position of comfort.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Kyle Horvath, Riley Sandrell
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