Stay With Me Baby
Reid Terry Lyrics
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Who did you run to and find a shoulder to lay your head upon
Baby, wasn't I there
Didn't I take good care of you
Oh no, I can't believe you're leaving me
Stay with me baby
Stay with me baby I can't go on
Who did you trust when you needed tenderness
I gave you so much and in return I found happiness
Baby, what did I do
Maybe, I was too good to you
Oh no, I can't believe you're leaving me
Remember, you said you'd never, never leave me
Remember, you said you're always gonna need me
Remember, remember
I'm askin' ya, beggin' ya, please, please
Stay with me baby
Stay with me baby
Stay with me baby I can't go on
The lyrics of Reid Terry's song "Stay With Me Baby" are a plea from the singer to their lover to stay with them. The lyrics suggest that the couple has gone through some hard times, but the singer has been there for their partner throughout it all. The chorus, which is repeated several times throughout the song, serves as a plea for their partner to stay with them because the singer simply cannot go on without them.
The first verse begins with a question, asking their partner where they went when things went wrong. The singer knows that their partner has found someone else to lean on, but the question implies that their partner should have come to them instead. The second verse is more of a reflection on the relationship, with the singer asking their partner what they did wrong. The singer believes that they gave their partner everything they needed, making it hard to understand why they are leaving.
The chorus serves as the heart of the song, with the singer begging their partner to stay with them. The repetition of the chorus emphasizes the desperation in the singer's voice, making it clear that they truly cannot go on without their partner. The bridge of the song repeats the words "remember" several times, implying that the couple has made promises to each other in the past that they need to keep.
In conclusion, "Stay With Me Baby" is a powerful love song that emphasizes the pain of a breakup and the importance of staying together through the hard times. The lyrics highlight the connection between the singer and their partner, making it clear that they belong together.
Line by Line Meaning
Where did you go when things went wrong now baby
In times of distress, who did you rely on for support?
Who did you run to and find a shoulder to lay your head upon
Who did you seek comfort from when you were upset?
Baby, wasn't I there
I was there for you, wasn't I?
Didn't I take good care of you
I provided for you and loved you, didn't I?
Oh no, I can't believe you're leaving me
I am in disbelief that you are abandoning me.
Stay with me baby
Please don't go, stay by my side.
Stay with me baby
I need you to stay with me.
Stay with me baby I can't go on
I can't handle life without you, please stay with me.
Who did you trust when you needed tenderness
When you needed love and affection, who did you turn to?
I gave you so much and in return I found happiness
I found joy in the love I gave you.
Baby, what did I do
What did I do wrong?
Maybe, I was too good to you
Perhaps I was too kind and loving, to the point of being taken for granted.
Remember, you said you'd never, never leave me
You promised that you would never abandon me.
Remember, you said you're always gonna need me
You claimed that you would always require my presence and affection.
Remember, remember
Please recall the promises you made to me.
I'm askin' ya, beggin' ya, please, please
I plead with you, please don't go.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GEORGE DAVID WEISS, JERRY RAGOVOY
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Album: Terry Reid
Where did you go
When things went wrong, baby
Who did you turn to
To find a shoulder to lay your head upon
Oh Baby, wasn't I there
Didn't I take good care of you
Oh no, can't believe, you're leaving me
Stay with me, baby
Stay with me, baby
Stay with me, baby
I can't go on this way
Who am I to rule the pride
Of someone else's heart, baby
Didn't I give you everything
But in return for a memory
I know I was there
Though I didn't say a thing about taking care of you
So, don't you know, you believe
I need it, T -- (T as in Terry)
Yeah, now
Stay with me, baby
Stay with me, baby
Stay with me, baby
I just can't go
Remember, you said you were always going to leave
Remember, said you were always going to leave
Remember, remember
I can't help but wanting you, loving you
Stay with me, baby
I want you to stay with me, baby
Come on please, stay with me, baby
All, all that I need, is getting in there
All I . . . Alright
Yeah, come on now
Stay with me, baby
Shake with me, baby
Stay with me, baby
All I need is take
Come on
Why won't you stay
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The1969Vintage
Can't stop listening to this song. Checked out the original and other versions, but this one's taken up residence.
Keith Jennings
Not a patch on the original
gil barrientos
Check Chis Cornell he based it in this version.
Angus Dugg
Check out Sam Brown's version.
jurassicpunk
I agree. I love the original version. Steve Marriott(Small Faces, Humble Pie) did a good version as well. But this is easily my favorite.
Martin Kahl
Blew my F'n mind first time hearing this as a young teenager...Many have sang this tune...HIS version is the best of ALL the others...Passion...Dynamics...EXCELLENCE
Bill Priester
Timeless classic after over fifty years on. First heard this on Allison Steele’s night bird show on WHEW FM in NYC in 1970. A time, a place, many memories!
Ron Kehr
I bought this as a cut-out in 1970. I still haven't heard a more powerful voice.
HitManActual 1*
I got the pleasure to spend 4-5 hours with this musician’s musician. On a hot July night in 1970 at Byron Georgia during the second Atlanta Pop Festival. While walking to the “Free Stage” from the main stage I found myself walking alongside him on a very narrow trail between a parking lot and a wooded area. He was headed to the free stage to perform. We made quick friends I think, because I recognized him and he hadn’t gained any popularity yet in America according to him. We talked for a very long time while someone else occupied the free stage. After he performed he found me and asked how I liked the show. I couldn’t believe I was spending time with someone that my band covered several of his songs and he actually wanted my opinion about his show. At times it was rather hard to understand him due to his heavy British accent and the way he worded sentences. I managed, and in all we probably spent 4-5 hours talking not including his show. I still can’t believe this happened. He was so down to earth and easy to get to know. I understand that he never really found the fame of a superstar but through the years I would hear famous musicians refer to his influence he had on their music and how they loved him. What a great night. Thank you Terry for your music and your time.
HitManActual 1*
@Louis Howe yes it was hot. Fortunately my dad lived in Warner Robbins and everyone that I was friends with were welcome to hitch rides to and from his place for a couple of hours each day so that we could shower s and shave if we wanted. Not to mention raid the refrigerator. Then we thumbed it back to the Race Track for more of the show. It was a great never forgotten experience. But it was hot. Middle Georgia in July often was 110-115 in the hot part of the day, and 80-85 at night. I wish I could take my son’s back there for a day, wow what a day it would be.