Stay in the Dark
The Band Perry
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Here we are in this moment Eyes closed, where we going? Here I am with my arms wide open Go 'head, close the curtains I don't care where we'll end up Right now, let's be in love Here I am with my heart wide open Go 'head, close the curtains Lately, things been getting so crazy I'm feeling like my heart hates me It's racing I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh) Turn off all the lights Come hold me tight Where we going? I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh) Turn off all the lights Come hold me tight And get me going I just wanna stay in the dark Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark Who knows what we're missing It's our world, it's our business Here I am, I'm with you on a mission We ain't got tunnel vision Lately, things been getting so crazy I'm feeling like my heart hates me It's racing I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh) Turn off all the lights Come hold me tight Where we going? I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh) Turn off all the lights Come hold me tight And get me going I just wanna stay in the dark Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark No, I can't sleep No, I can't speak Feel my heartbeat Hey, hey, hey No, I can't speak No, I can't sleep Feel my heartbeat I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh) Turn off all the lights Come hold me tight Where we going? I just wanna stay in the dark (ooh, ooh) Turn off all the lights Come hold me tight And get me going I just wanna stay in the dark Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight No, I can't sleep No, I can't speak Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark Oh oh oh, it feels so good tonight No, I can't speak No, I can't sleep Yeah, I just wanna stay in the dark
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Written by: JENNA ANDREWS, BENNY CASSETTE, KIMBERLY PERRY, NEIL PERRY, REID PERRY
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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11 facts about this song
Song Release"Stay in the Dark" is a song by the American country music group, The Band Perry. It was released on February 3, 2017 as the lead single off their unreleased third studio album titled 'Heart + Beat'.
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Genre EvolutionThe song represented a significant change in musical direction for The Band Perry, transitioning from their former country sound to a more pop-centric approach.
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Song Composition"Stay in the Dark" was written by Kimberly Perry, Reid Perry, and Neil Perry - the three siblings who make up The Band Perry - along with Ivan Corraliza and Jakob Jerlström.
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Song PerformanceDespite the significant change in musical style, the song performed fairly well, demonstrating The Band Perry's ability to adapt and evolve as musicians.
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Critical ReceptionCritics had mixed reviews about "Stay in the Dark," with some praising the group's venture into pop music while others fondly recalled their country roots.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "Stay in the Dark" features dark, theatrical visuals to represent the song's themes. It shows the Perry siblings performing in a forest at night.
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Song MeaningAccording to Kimberly Perry, "Stay in the Dark" is about recognizing and embracing important moments in life, even when the light at the end of the tunnel isn't quite visible yet.
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Album PromotionDespite the song's promotion for the album 'Heart + Beat,' the album was eventually scrapped following the band's departure from their record label, Big Machine Label Group.
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Record Label IssuesDue to creative differences with their label, the release was significantly delayed, resulting in some frustration within the band.
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Album TransitionThe song "Stay in the Dark" marking the band's transition from country to pop was a significant enough change that caused the album 'Heart + Beat' to never be released. However, they released a five-song extended play titled 'Coordinates' in 2018, embracing their new pop sound.
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Song ImpactDespite the complications with their label and the transition between genres, "Stay in the Dark" has remained a favorite among the band's fanbase and is frequently included in their live performances.
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