In November 2007 You Me At Six were signed by Slam Dunk Records, an independent record label who are producing and promoting the bandās debut album Take Off Your Colours. The album was released in stores and for digital download on October 6 2008 which reached number 25 in the album charts the same week. They released a single the previous week on the 29th September entitled āJealous Minds Think Alikeā where they played an in store performance at Banquet Records in Kingston. The release of their debut album was accompanied by a promotional tour beginning October 15, in which they headlined the London Astoria, a venue which they had hoped theyād be able to headline before it is knocked down in 2009. They also played in several HMV stores around the country to promote their new album, the first being the HMV on Oxford Street, the day of the albumās release. The songāIf You Runā from this album is also available to download for free from their website. On the 10th October they announced they would be supporting Fall Out Boy, (along with Boys Like Girls) on their UK arena tour. In March 2009, You Me at Six headlined a tour in the UK doing seven dates from 6 March to 13 March, playing at Bristol, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle, Portsmouth and London. The tour was dubbed as the 777 tour, with support coming from Emarosa and The Spill Canvas. On May 24th they headlined Slam Dunk Festival, held at Leeds University.
On 11 November 2009, Josh Franceschi announced via his Twitter account that their second album was completed, and would be released in early 2010. AbsolutePunk.net later announced the album would be titled Hold Me Down and we be released through Virgin Records on January 11, 2010. The band then announced shortly afterwards that their first single, āThe Consequenceā was available for free digital download from their official website.The Album was recorded in Reading as was their previous record Take Off Your Colours.
Later, the band announced that the first official new single from Hold Me Down is titled āUnderdogā. The song was later made available for free streaming on the bandās myspace.
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Band members are: Josh Franceschi (vocals), Max Helyer (guitar and backing vocals), Dan Flint (drums), Matt Barnes (bass guitar) and Chris Miller (guitar).
Stay With Me
You Me at Six Lyrics
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I give, you take
That's the way it's always been
Oh, how do I know if I should stay or just go?
The bottom line is this way that I'll never know
Stay with me (stay with me, stay with me)
Stay with me, oh (a-whoa, a-whoa, a-whoa...)
You've got a lot to say for the one that pushed me away
I give, you take
Some things, they never change
Just change
Stay with me (stay with me, stay with me)
Stay with me
I never knew that I could be this way
I never knew that I could walk away
These things take time to grow
It's been said that time heals wounds
But no, I won't be controlled
And so the story goes
Stay with me (stay with me, stay with me)
Stay with me
And now I know that I can be this way
And now I know that I can walk away
The song "Stay With Me" by You Me at Six has a relatable message and features a narrative of love, heartbreak, and confusion. The opening lines of the song are addressed to someone who has walked away from a relationship but still has a lot to say. The following lines indicate that the relationship was imbalanced with the singer giving more than receiving. The chorus pleads for the person to stay with them, suggesting that despite the dysfunction, the singer still longs for the relationship to continue. However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is conflicted about this feeling, uncertain whether they should stay or walk away.
The lines "These things take time to grow, It's been said that time heals wounds" suggests that the singer is searching for a sign of hope and direction. Yet, they are determined not to be controlled and choose their own path. The song ends on a note of empowerment, with the singer discovering that they can walk away and be okay. The lyrics are infused with raw vulnerability, insight, and honesty, making it an excellent example of You Me at Six's signature sound.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got a lot to say for the one that walked away
You're talking a lot despite being the one who left me.
I give, you take
Our relationship has always been one-sided - I give and you take.
That's the way it's always been
Our relationship has been like this from the beginning and hasn't changed.
Oh, how do I know if I should stay or just go?
I'm unsure of whether to stay in this relationship or leave.
The bottom line is this way that I'll never know
Ultimately, I'll never know the answer and it's something I have to accept.
Stay with me (stay with me, stay with me)
Please stay with me.
Stay with me, oh (a-whoa, a-whoa, a-whoa...)
I need you to stay with me.
You've got a lot to say for the one that pushed me away
You're saying a lot despite being the one who pushed me away.
Some things, they never change
Our relationship may be flawed, but some things never change.
Just change
We need to change some things in our relationship.
I never knew that I could be this way
I never thought I could act like this (unclear if referring to staying or leaving).
I never knew that I could walk away
I never thought I could actually leave this relationship.
These things take time to grow
Relationships take time to develop and mature.
It's been said that time heals wounds
People say that time can heal emotional scars, but that's not always the case.
But no, I won't be controlled
I won't let you control me or the decision I make.
And so the story goes
That's how it goes, that's the story of our relationship.
And now I know that I can be this way
I now know that I have it in me to act a certain way (unclear if referring to staying or leaving).
And now I know that I can walk away
I now know that I can actually leave this relationship.
Lyrics Ā© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Matt Barnes, Dan Flint, Josh Franceschi, Max Helyer, Chris Miller
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@Maich38
You've got a lot to say for the one that walked away
I give, you take
It's the way it's always been
Oh, how do I know if I should stay or just go?
The bottom line is this way that I'll never know
Stay with me (stay with me, stay with me)
Stay with me, oh (a-whoa, a-whoa, a-whoa...)
You've got a lot to say for the one that pushed me away
I give, you take
Some thingsāthey never change
Just change
Stay with me (stay with me, stay with me)
Stay with me
And now I know that I could be this way
And now I know that I could walk away
These things take time to grow
It's been said that time heals wounds
But no, I won't be controlled
And so the story goes
Stay with me (stay with me, stay with me)
Stay with me
And now I know that I could be this way
And now I know that I could walk away
@chelseasargeant3979
26 years old and I still remember screaming this at the top of my lungs in my hairbrush in my bedroom ā¤š
@KrC_Games
But nooo! I wont be controlled!!! And soo! The storie goes!!! Staaay with me, staaay with me...
@lionescobar4835
Who there in 2023?ā¤
@lounyurielsalvatore9909
Who is back from 2020 listening to this mastersong?
@acesworld7782
Me.
@btrzdom4647
can't get over it
@madmosby2405
Mastersong? really nigga?
@skisservinterYT
2021
@michellecarter8389
2021
@wygvpq
First song I heard by this band...brings back so much memories