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All a long it (Dm)was a (Am)fe ver.
(Am7)A cold sweat, hot head (Dm)ed be (Am)liev er.
I (Am7)threw my (Dm)hands in the air, said, a (Am)“Show me some thin’.” in’.
He (Am7)said, (C)“If you dare, (Dm)come a (Am)lit tle clos er.”
(F6)’Round and a round and a (Dm)round and a round we go.
Oh, (F6)now, tell me now, tell me (Dm)now, tell me now you know.
Not real ly sure how to (Dm)feel a bout it.
Some thin’ in the way you move
makes me feel like I can’t (Dm)live with out you.
Well, it takes me all the way, I want you to stay.
(Dm)hands It’s not air, of a (Am)life me you’re liv in’.
It’s (Am7)said, (C)not just some (Dm)thin’ you (Am)take; it’s giv en.
(F6)’Round and a round and a (Dm)round and a round we go.
Oh, (F6)now, tell me now, tell me (Dm)now, tell me now you know.
Not real ly sure how to (Dm)feel a bout it.
Some thin’ in the way you move
makes me feel like I can’t (Dm)live with out you.
Well, it takes me all the way, I want you to stay.
(F)Ooh,
the rea son I hold on,
(F)ooh,
’cause I need this (Dm)hole gone.
Fun ny you’re the bro ken one but I’m the on ly one who need ed (Am)sav in’.
’Cause (Dm)when you nev er see the light, it’s (F)hard to know which one of us is (G)cav in’.
I want you to stay,
stay.
I want you to stay,
ooh.
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, 110 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 Rihanna 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 110 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 Rihanna. The Super Simple Piano arrangement is simplified for beginner-to-intermediate players.
- What chords are used in "Stay"?
- This arrangement uses 9 chords: Am, Am7, C, Dm, Em, F, F6, G, +1 more.
- What other songs by Rihanna can I play here?
- Try "A MILLION MILES AWAY", "REHAB", "S.O.S.". 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, 110 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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