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1990•Alternative•1.2K views•
5.0 (1)
Key: F major•
Intro 1
E
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Verse 1
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This is not the first time

you tried to get away

This is not a party

where people know your name
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This is not a classroom

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This is not a game show
Chorus 1

with prizes at the door
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Go, don't you go
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F
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Won't you stay with me one more day?
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C
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If we get through one more night
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If we get through one more night
Interlude 1
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Verse 2
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This is not a horse race

where winners beat the time

This is not a funeral

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This is not a sitcom

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This is not a prison
Chorus 2

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Go, don't you go
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Interlude 2
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Verse 3
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This is not the first time

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This is not a party

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This is not a classroom

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This is not a game show
Chorus 3

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Am
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Go, don't you go
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G
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Interlude 3
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Chorus 4
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Go, don't you go
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Won't you stay with me one more day?
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If we get through one more night
Outro 1
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This is not the first time

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Oh, where people know name
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Oh, where people know name
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An acoustic guitar head with tuning pegs

Tuning:Standard Open Tuner
Chords

  • E

  • Am

  • F

  • C

  • G

Capo: 1

Transpose: 0

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Frequently asked questions

The original key of Stay by Oingo Boingo is F major.

The primary chords used in Stay are F, F7sus4, F7, F9, Bbm, Gb.

To play in the original key, place your capo on the 1 fret.

Yes, this version uses open chords like F, F7sus4, F7, F9, making it a great song for beginner guitarists.

If the simplified chords are too easy, you can visit the original chords page for a more advanced arrangement.

The tempo of Stay is approximately 119 beats per minute.

You can easily change the key of Stay using our Transpose button located in the toolbar. This will automatically update all chord diagrams on the page to match your new key.

Yes! Click the Print icon to generate a clean, one-page version of the chords and lyrics for Stay. This is perfect for practicing offline or adding to a physical songbook.

Yes, we have integrated a Mini-Tuner directly on this page. Use it to quickly check your string pitch (Standard Tuning: E A D G B E) before you start playing along with Oingo Boingo.

Absolutely. Click the Save or Heart icon to add Stay to your account. You can access all your saved songs under My Library at any time.

You can view the full chord sheet and lyrics for Stay by Oingo Boingo on this page for free. We provide high-quality, verified chords to help you start playing immediately.