Stay
View chords used in this chart
E :022100
A2 :002200
B :024442
C#m:046654
D :XX0232
Bm :024432
C :032010
Intro: EA2-E(2x)
E
I believe
A2 E
we shouldnt let the moment pass us by
E
life's too short
A2 E
we shouldnt wait for the water to run dry
B
think about it
C#m D
cause we only have one shot at destiny
all im asking
E
could it possibly be you and me?
Chorus:
A2 C#m D
So if you'd still go, i'll understand
Bm A2
would you give me something just to hold on to?
C#m D
and if you'll stay, ill hold your hand
Bm E-A2-E
cause im truly, madly, crazily in love with you
Verse 2:
E
Time has come
A2 E
for us to go our separate ways
E
God forbid
A2 E
But my mind is going crazy today
B
i feel so cold
C#m
feel so numb
D
im having nightmares but im awake
Help me lord
E
Fight this loneliness
Take this pain away
Chorus:
A2 C#m D
So if you'd still go, i'll understand
Bm A2
would you give me something just to hold on to?
C#m D
and if you'll stay, ill hold your hand
Bm (C-D-E)
cause im truly, madly, crazily in love with you
Adlib: C-D-E
Chorus:
A2 C#m D
So if you'd still go, i'll understand
Bm A2
would you give me something just to hold on to?
C#m D
and if you'll stay, ill hold your hand
Bm
cause im truly, madly, crazily in love with you
A2 C#m D
Now that you're gone, im all alone
Bm A2
im still hoping that you would come back home
C#m D
dont care how long, but im willing to wait
Bm A2
Cause im truly, madly, crazily in love with you
How to play Stay
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What is the starting chord?
The first identified chord is E. You can transpose without leaving the page.
Can I play it on guitar or keyboard?
Yes. The chord progression works on acoustic guitar, electric guitar and keyboard. Adapt the voicings to your instrument and level.