Stay - Rihanna & Mikky Ekko - MP3 instrumental karaoke

Rihanna's "Stay" featuring Mikky Ekko, released as the second single from her seventh studio album Unapologetic on December 13, 2012, is a minimalist pop and R&B ballad co-written by Mikky Ekko, Justin Parker, and Elof Loelv. The song's sparse arrangement, primarily driven by piano, allows the emotional vulnerability of the lyrics to shine through, capturing the turmoil of a relationship on the brink. "Stay" achieved significant commercial success, peaking at number 3 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and reaching the Top 5 in multiple countries, including the UK, where it peaked at number 4. The accompanying music video, directed by Sophie Muller, features a raw and intimate portrayal of Rihanna in a bathtub, emphasizing the song's themes of longing and emotional exposure. Live performances, such as the duet at the 2013 Grammy Awards, further showcased the song's powerful impact. "Stay" remains one of Rihanna's most poignant and critically acclaimed tracks, highlighting her ability to convey deep emotion through simplicity.