Stay Forever
4HIM · 4Him [1990]
It's water thru our hands
Minutes turn the hands of time
They're waves upon the sand
I can't hold on living without you
When all hope is gone
Only you remain the same
(chorus)
Roses always fade
The sweetest summers pass away
This thing I know
God's love will stay forever
All things have to end
But with the spring life starts again
This thing I know
God's love will stay forever
Thinking back on years gone by
You held me by my hand
The wonder in a child's eyes
helps me understand
That life will go on with each new beginning
As it passes on
Only Your love stays the same
(chorus)
Never ending love
Never changing
Only Your love stays the same
Stay Forever
Stay Forever is a standout track from the self-titled 1990 debut album by the R&B vocal group 4HIM. Emerging during a golden era for contemporary gospel and soul, the song showcases the group's signature tight harmonies and emotive delivery that would define their early career. As part of their initial body of work, the recording highlights the ensemble's ability to blend spiritual themes with polished pop sensibilities. This track helped establish 4HIM as a significant force in the genre, contributing to a discography that would later include acclaimed albums like Face the Nation. The song remains a testament to their vocal chemistry and the rich musical landscape of the late 1980s and early 1990s, offering listeners a glimpse into the group's foundational sound before they achieved widespread mainstream recognition.