Move on in and Stay

Ray Price · The Honky Tonk Years (1950-1966) [Bear Family (Ger [1996]

(Carl Smith)



That nifty spot inside my heart

For someone just like you

Been saving all my hugs and kisses

And hope you saved some too.



So pack your lovin' and your little old bag

And move on in today

'Cause you got all the loving that I'll ever need

So move on in and stay.



Move on in, stay a long, long time

And don't ever go away

'Cause I want you near forever dear

So move on in and stay.



--- Instrumental ---



Now I've been blue a long, long time

If you moved in I'd change

Been looking for someone just like you

I've already got the ring.



I'll hold you tight and love you right

And honey, I couldn't stray

'Cause you got all the lovin' that I'll ever need

So move on in to stay.



Move on in, stay a long, long time

And don't ever go away

'Cause I want you near forever dear

So move on in and stay.



--- Instrumental ---



Move on in, stay a long, long time

And don't ever go away

'Cause I want you near forever dear

So move on in and stay...

Move on in and Stay

Ray Price stands as a defining figure in country music, renowned for pioneering the honky tonk sound that dominated the mid-twentieth century. His discography features numerous enduring classics that blend traditional instrumentation with emotional depth. Move on in and Stay captures the essence of his signature style, characterized by a deliberate tempo and a rich baritone delivery that conveys profound sentiment. This recording reflects the artistic maturity Price achieved during his most prolific era, contributing to a body of work that reshaped the genre. Alongside other notable tracks from this period, the song exemplifies the narrative storytelling and melodic precision that earned Price widespread acclaim. It remains a testament to his ability to craft timeless country music that resonates with listeners across generations.