The Temptations – Stay
“Stay” is a song written by Smokey Robinson and originally recorded by The Temptations for their 1968 album The Temptations Wish You a Merry Christmas. The song was released as a single in November 1968 and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
Background and composition
“Stay” was written by Smokey Robinson, the legendary songwriter and producer who was also a founding member of The Temptations. The song is a classic soul ballad about a man who is pleading with his lover to stay with him. The song’s lyrics are simple, yet powerful, and they speak to the universal experience of love and loss.
Recording and production
“Stay” was recorded at the Motown Recording Studio in Detroit, Michigan. The song was produced by Smokey Robinson.
The recording features David Ruffin on lead vocals. Ruffin’s vocals are passionate and soulful, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“Stay” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Smokey Robinson.
- The song was released as a single in November 1968 and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
- “Stay” has been covered by many artists, including The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, and Lionel Richie.