Story Behind The Song
Written for sync placement in TV/film, "Stay a Little Longer" was designed to capture the feeling of wanting a perfect moment to never end. The bossa nova style was chosen for its natural dialogue-friendliness - intimate enough to support a scene without competing for attention. The lyric avoids time-specific references to maximize reusability across period pieces and contemporary settings alike.
Song Description
"Stay a Little Longer" is a classic bossa nova in the tradition of João Gilberto - intimate, warm, and unhurried. Set against an evening cityscape, the narrator asks their companion to extend their time together, letting the night unfold at its own pace. The song features fingerpicked nylon guitar, subtle upright bass, and a whispered vocal delivery that prioritizes mood over volume. Ideal for romantic scenes, quiet reflection, travel montages, or any moment where sophistication and warmth are needed. Timeless in theme and production aesthetic.
| Song Length |
3:18 |
Genre |
Jazz - Bossa Nova |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Relaxed, Charming |
Subject |
Relationship, Tonight, Night, Evening |
| Similar Artists |
Joao Gilberto |
Language |
English |
| Era |
1950 - 1959 |
| |
Lyrics
[Verse 1]
The evening's going easy
And the city's humming low
Your glass is almost empty
But there's nowhere we need to go
[Chorus]
Stay a little longer
Let the night take its time
Stay a little longer
Everything else can wait in line
[Verse 2]
The lights come on like secrets
Across the avenue
And every song that's playing
Sounds like it was made for you
[Chorus]
Stay a little longer
Let the night take its time
Stay a little longer
Everything else can wait in line
[Bridge]
No hurry, no worry
Just the two of us here
The world keeps on spinning
But right now it disappears
[Chorus]
Stay a little longer
Let the night take its time
Stay a little longer
Everything else can wait in line
[Outro]
A little longer
A little longer