Stay with Me
Roy Kim Lyrics


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Guess it's true
I'm not good
At a one night stand
But I still need love
Cause I'm just a man
These nights never seem to go to plan
I don't want you to leave
Will you hold my hand

Oh won't you
Stay with me
Cause you're
All I need
This ain't love
It's clear to see
But darling
Stay with me

Why am I so emotional?
No it's not a good look
Gain some self control
Deep down I know this never works
But you can lay with me
So it doesn't hurt

Oh won't you
Stay with me
Cause you're
All I need
This ain't love
It's clear to see
But darling
Stay with me

Oh won't you
Stay with me
Cause you're
All I need
This ain't love
It's clear to see




But darling
Stay with me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Roy Kim's "Stay With Me" express a deep longing for emotional connection and companionship, despite acknowledging the inability to commit to a lasting relationship. The singer admits their shortcomings, confessing to not being good at one-night stands. However, they still yearn for love, recognizing that they are only human with emotional needs. The nights never go as planned, and they desperately ask the person they are with to stay and hold their hand, indicating a desire for temporary comfort and intimacy.


The chorus emphasizes the plea for the person to stay, acknowledging that what they have is not love in its true form. It is a clear acknowledgment that the relationship is not based on deep emotional connection but rather a temporary arrangement to alleviate pain. Yet, the singer still desires and needs the other person's presence, highlighting the complexity of their emotions.


The second verse further explores the singer's struggle with their emotions. They question why they are so emotional and understand that it is not a good look, implying that they may feel vulnerable or unstable. Despite knowing that the relationship is doomed and will never work, they ask the other person to lay with them, seeking solace even if it is only temporary.


Overall, "Stay With Me" portrays a complex mix of desire, vulnerability, and acceptance of the limitations within an emotional connection, ultimately pleading for temporary companionship and solace.


Line by Line Meaning

Guess it's true
I have come to realize that it is indeed true


I'm not good
I am not skilled or experienced


At a one night stand
I am not capable of having casual, temporary relationships


But I still need love
However, I still have a deep longing for love and affection


Cause I'm just a man
Because I am merely a human being


These nights never seem to go to plan
The events of these nights never unfold according to my expectations or desires


I don't want you to leave
I strongly desire for you to stay by my side


Will you hold my hand
Can you please offer me the comfort and reassurance of holding my hand


Oh won't you
Oh, I plead with you


Stay with me
Remain in my company and do not depart


Cause you're
Because you are


All I need
Everything I require or desire


This ain't love
This is not true love


It's clear to see
It is evident and obvious


But darling
My beloved


Why am I so emotional?
I am wondering why I am experiencing such strong emotions


No it's not a good look
It is not favorable or attractive


Gain some self control
I should acquire better discipline over my emotions


Deep down I know this never works
Deep within me, I understand that this relationship will not succeed


But you can lay with me
But you can lie down beside me, providing temporary solace


So it doesn't hurt
In order to prevent emotional pain




Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: James John Napier, William Edward Phillips, Samuel Frederick Smith, Jeff Lynne, Tom Petty

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