If You Want Me To Stay
Sly And The Family Stone · Other Songs - Sly And The Family Stone
I'll be around today,
To be available for you to see.
But I am about to go,
And then you'll know,
For me to stay here I got to be me.
You'll never be in doubt,
That's what it's all about,
You can't take me for granted and smile.
Count the days I'm gone
Forget reachin' me by phone
Because I promise I'll be gone for a while.
And when you see me again,
I hope that you have been,
The kind of person....that you really are now.
Got to get in straight,
How could I ever be late,
When you're my woman taking up my time.
Whoa, oh how could I ever allow,
I guess I wonder how,
I could get out a pocket for fun. HOW HOW!!
When you know that you're never number two,
Number one's gonna be number one,
Ohh oww oohh
I'll be good,
I wish I could
I get this message over to you now.
Ahhh, yeah, mmmm
When you see me again,
I hope that you have been,
The kind of person you really are now.
I'll be so good, oh
I wish I could,
Get the message over to you now.
Ahhh, yeah.....
If You Want Me To Stay
If You Want Me To Stay captures the raw, soulful energy that defined Sly and the Family Stone during their most innovative period. Emerging from a band that seamlessly blended funk, rock, and soul, this recording showcases the group's signature tight harmonies and rhythmic drive. The track reflects the band's ability to craft emotionally resonant pop songs grounded in complex musical arrangements. As part of a broader discography that includes anthems like Family Affair and Dance to the Music, this song highlights the ensemble's versatility and their capacity to explore themes of commitment and vulnerability. The recording stands as a testament to Sly Stone's visionary leadership and the band's enduring influence on the evolution of modern funk and soul music.
