Stay

by Zedd & Alessia Cara
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(Mmm,

(G)mmm,

(F)mmm,

(G)mmm.)

(F)Wait ing for the time to (Am)pass you (G)by,

I’ve (F)hope the winds of change will (Am)change your (G)mind.

(F)I could give a thou sand (Am)rea sons (G)why.

And I know you,

and (Am)you’ve got to

(F)make it on your own, but we don’t have to (Am)grow up, (G)we can stay for ev er (Am)young.

(F)Liv ing on my so fa, drink ing rum and (Am)co la, (G)un der neath the ris ing sun.

(F)I could give a thou sand (Am)rea sons (G)why

but you’re go ing,

and (Am)you know that.

All you have to (C)do is (F)stay a (G)min ute, just (Am)take your (Em)time, the (F)clock is (G)tick ing, so (Am)stay.

All you have to do is (F)wait a (G)sec ond, your (Am)hands on (Em)mine, the (F)clock is (G)tick ing, so (Am)stay.

All you have to do is...

All you have to do is (Am)stay.

(F)Won’t ad mit what I al (Am)read y (G)know,

I’ve (F)nev er been the best at (Am)let ting (G)go.

(F)I don’t want to spend the (Am)night a (G)lone,

guess I need you,

and (Am)I need to

(F)make it on my own, but I don’t wan na (Am)grow up, (G)we can stay for ev er (Am)young.

(F)Liv ing on my so fa, drink ing rum and (Am)co la, (G)un der neath the ris ing sun.

(F)I could give a mil lion (Am)rea sons (G)why

but I’m go ing,

and (Am)you know that.

All you have to (C)do is (F)stay a (G)min ute, just (Am)take your (Em)time, the (F)clock is (G)tick ing, so (Am)stay.

All you have to do is (F)wait a (G)sec ond, your (Am)hands on (Em)mine, the (F)clock is (G)tick ing, so (Am)stay.

All you have to do is...

All you have to do is (Am)stay.

(F)stay.

All you have to do is (F)stay,

so (F)stay.

(CN.C.)All you have to do is (Am)stay.

All you have to do is (F)stay.

(Mmm,

(G)mmm,

(F)mmm,

(G)mmm.)

Stay — Simple Sheet Music

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"Stay" in simplified sheet music format — the bridge between beginner modes and real sheet music. Color-coded notes with lyrics scrolling horizontally. Perfect for learning to read music. Key of C, 94 BPM.

Tip: Start at 50% speed to get comfortable with the fingering, then work your way up to full tempo.

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About “Stay”

How does Simplified Piano Arrangement differ from full sheet music for "Stay"?
Simplified Arrangement keeps the melody and chords on a simplified staff with lyrics, color-coded for easy recognition. It's a learner-bridge between Beginner mode and the classic engraved Sheet Music — same song, less visual density.
What key is "Stay" by Zedd & Alessia Cara played in?
Stay is arranged in the key of C on Super Simple Piano. You can transpose to any other key live in the player.
What's the tempo (BPM) of "Stay"?
The arrangement plays at 94 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
Is "Stay" easy to play on piano?
Yes — this is one of our beginner-friendly arrangements with simplified chords and color-coded notes.
Can I download sheet music for "Stay"?
Yes — registered users can download PDF sheet music, plus MIDI and MusicXML files for use in other notation software.
Who composed "Stay"?
"Stay" was originally performed by Zedd & Alessia Cara. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
What other songs by Zedd & Alessia Cara can I play here?
Try "Stay". All are in our player with color-coded notes; pick the one matching your level.
Is Simple Sheet good for learning to read sheet music?
Yes! Simple Sheet bridges the gap between beginner color-coded modes and traditional notation. Notes are displayed on a simplified staff with colors, lyrics, and chords — helping you build music reading skills gradually while still enjoying "Stay". Key of C, 94 BPM.
What's the difference between Simple Sheet and Lead Sheet?
Simple Sheet shows a more streamlined, horizontally scrolling view with color-coded notes on a staff and lyrics below — like a simplified version of real sheet music. Lead Sheet shows melody with chord symbols above and full lyrics. Simple Sheet is the next step toward reading traditional notation.

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