Come Back and Stay

Paul Young

About Come Back and Stay

"Come Back and Stay" is a song that was first recorded in 1981 by its writer Jack Lee. In 1983, singer Paul Young released his version as a single from his album, No Parlez, and it became an international hit.


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Since you've been gone
I shut my eyes and I fantasize
That you're here with me
Will you ever return?

I won't be satisfied
'Till you're by my side
Don't wait any longer, come back

Why don't you come back?
Please hurry, why don't you come back?
Please hurry

Come back and stay for good this time
Come back and stay for good this time

You said goodbye
I was trying to hide what I felt inside
Until you passed me by
You said you'd return

You said that you'd be mine
'Till the end of time
Well don't wait any longer

Why don't you come back?
Please hurry, why don't you come back?
Please hurry

Come back and stay for good this time
Come back and stay for good this time

Since you've been gone
Opened my eyes and I realize
What we had together
Will you ever return?

I'll have you change your mind
If you won't stay mine just love me forever
Love me forever

Why don't you come back?
Please hurry, why don't you come back?
Please hurry, why don't you come back?
Please hurry, why don't you come back?
Please hurry

Just come back and stay for good this time
Come back and stay for good this time
Come back and stay for good this time
Come back and stay for good this time

Don't ever leave

What if, everything, everything we had together

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Paul Young

Paul Antony Young (born 17 January 1956) is an English rock and pop musician. Formerly the frontman of the short-lived bands Kat Kool & The Kool Cats, Streetband and Q-Tips, his following solo success turned him into a 1980s teenage pop idol. He was famous for hit singles such as "Love of the Common People", "Wherever I Lay My Hat (That's My Home)", "Come Back and Stay", "Everytime You Go Away" and "Oh Girl". His debut album No Parlez turned him into a household name. Since the mid-1980s he has had international success, along with his backing band Los Pacaminos. more »

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Written by: Jack Lee

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Come Back and Stay" was released on 14th September 1983. It is a part of Paul Young's debut album "No Parlez."
Chart Performance
The single was extremely popular around the world, reaching number 4 in the UK singles chart and number 22 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1983.
Original Version
The song is a cover of Jack Lee's original 1981 song of the same name. Paul Young added a new melody to his version, making it catchier to a pop audience.
Production
The song was produced by Laurie Latham, who was known for his work with other British bands like Echo and the Bunnymen and the Stranglers.
Music Video
The music video for "Come Back and Stay" features model Mandy Smith, who was only 13 years old at the time.
Collaborations
It included backing vocals by British soul group The Fabulous Wealthy Tarts and vocals by Tony Jackson, The Q-Tips' original vocalist, who provided the "Hoo yeah!" shouts.
Song Theme
The song speaks about the desperation and longing for a lover to return and stay, making it an emotional ballad of love and loss.
Style of Music
Paul Young blended a mix of pop with soul in "Come Back and Stay", and the song is also well-known for its prominent use of the synthesizer, which was popular in the 1980s music landscape.
Certifications
The song led to the album "No Parlez" becoming a multi-platinum success, with certifications in the UK, US and several other countries.
Legacy
Even today, "Come Back and Stay" remains one of Paul Young's most recognized hits and has been covered by several artists serving as an inspiration for generations to come.

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