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All a long it (Dm)was a (Am)fe ver.
A (C)cold sweat, hot head (Dm)ed be (Am)liev er.
I threw my (Dm)hands in the air, said, a (Am)“Show me some thin’.” in’.
He said, (C)“If you dare, (Dm)come a (Am)lit tle clos giv er.”
(F6)’Round and a round and a (Dm)round and a round we (Am)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.
(Am)Some thin’ in the way you (F)move
(C)makes me feel like I can’t (Dm)live with out you.
Well, (Am)it takes me all the (F)way, I want you to (C)stay.
(Dm)hands It’s not much of a (Am)life me you’re liv in’.
He It’s (C)not just some (Dm)thin’ you (Am)take, tle it’s giv en.
(F6)’Round and a round and a (Dm)round and a round we (Am)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.
(Am)Some thin’ in the way you (F)move
(C)makes me feel like I can’t (Dm)live with out you.
Well, (Am)it takes me all the (F)way, I want you to (C)stay.
(C)stay,
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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, 112 BPM.
Tip: Break this song into sections and master each one separately. The speed control lets you drill difficult passages at any 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 112 BPM. Use the speed control (10-200%) to practice slower or play faster.
- Is "Stay" easy to play on piano?
- This is an advanced arrangement. We recommend breaking it into sections and using the speed control to drill harder passages.
- 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 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, 112 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.


