Released in 2014 as the third single from the debut album In the Lonely Hour , "" by Sam Smith is a gospel-inspired ballad exploring the raw themes of loneliness and unrequited longing. Though it sounds like a romantic plea, Smith has described it as an "anthem for the lonely". Lyrical Meaning and Themes
: After its release, similarities to Tom Petty’s "I Won't Back Down" were noted. In an amicable agreement, Petty and Jeff Lynne were added as co-writers. Sam Smith - Stay With Me (Lyrics)
: The narrator admits this "ain't love," yet pleads for the person to stay to alleviate the physical pain of being alone. Released in 2014 as the third single from