Stray Kids delivers a heartfelt anthem with ‘STAY.’ HAN from 3RACHA pens the lyrics, while Millionboy and YOUNGHOOD craft the melody. The song speaks to staying connected through uncertainty, promising to shine brighter together.
Released: March 25, 2026
STAY
Stray Kids
STAY Lyrics English Translation by Stray Kids
The songwriter uses stars as a metaphor for hope and connection. One key line reads, ‘Then I’ll become the universe that embraces you.’ This imagery shows how love can transform loneliness into shared light.
Eodiro Hyanghaljineun MolladoEven if I don’t know where we’re heading,
Uri Gateun Goseul Bondamyeonif we’re looking towards the same place,
Eodiseonga Byeolbitcheoreom Bitnawe’ll shine like a star somewhere,
Naeireul Kkumkkuji Aneulkkaand won’t we dream of tomorrow?
Eodumi Dwideopin Byeori Doenda HaedoEven if I become a star covered in darkness,
Geujeo Jigeumcheoreom Gyeote Isseo Jullaewill you just stay by my side like you are now?
Geureom Neol Gamssal Ujuga Doel TeniThen I’ll become the universe that embraces you.
Jeogi Meolli Tteoreojin GeugosenOver there, in that faraway place,
Hangadeukhae Balgeun Byeoldeuriit’s full of bright stars.
Banjjakgeorineun Teoneol Soge Deoneun Eomneun OeroumThere’s no more loneliness inside this sparkling tunnel.
Geugoseseon Nado GachiIn that place, can I also,
Ne Gyeoteseo Hamkke Bitnado Doelkkashine together by your side?
Waenji Honjain Geot Gateun NarenOn the days when it feels like I’m all alone,
Nege Naemin Nae Soneul Jaba Jwoplease take the hand I’m holding out to you.
Eunhasue Geollyeo Inneun Sumaneun ByeolAmong the countless stars hanging in the Milky Way,
Urido Eonjenga Gateun Gwedoreul Geurindamyeonif we too can someday draw the same orbit,
Bunmyeong Nuguboda Balge Bitnal Su Isseowe can surely shine brighter than anyone else.
Iyuneun Hana Geujeo Neowa NaseoThe reason is simple: because it’s you and me.
Eodiro Hyanghaljineun MolladoEven if I don’t know where we’re heading,
Uri Gateun Goseul Bondamyeonif we’re looking towards the same place,
Eodiseonga Byeolbitcheoreom Bitnawe’ll shine like a star somewhere,
Naeireul Kkumkkuji Aneulkkaand won’t we dream of tomorrow?
Eodumi Dwideopin Byeori Doenda HaedoEven if I become a star covered in darkness,
Geujeo Jigeumcheoreom Gyeote Isseo Jullaewill you just stay by my side like you are now?
Geureom Neol Gamssal Ujuga Doel TeniThen I’ll become the universe that embraces you.
Gateun Haneul Arae Nega Haejun Mal Jalhago IsseoUnder the same sky, you told me I’m doing well.
Naagamyeo Yaksokhae Du Son Kkok Matjabeun ChaeroAs we move forward, I promise we’ll keep holding our hands tightly.
Bami Gireojil Geot Gateun NarenOn the days when the night feels like it will be long,
Amu Mal Eopsi Sonman Jaba Jwojust hold my hand without saying a word.
Eunhasue Geollyeo Inneun Sumaneun ByeolAmong the countless stars hanging in the Milky Way,
Urido Eonjenga Gateun Gwedoreul Geurindamyeonif we too can someday draw the same orbit,
Bunmyeong Nuguboda Balge Bitnal Su Isseowe can surely shine brighter than anyone else.
Iyuneun Hana Geujeo Neowa NaseoThe reason is simple: because it’s you and me.
Eodiro Hyanghaljineun MolladoEven if I don’t know where we’re heading,
Uri Gateun Goseul Bondamyeonif we’re looking towards the same place,
Eodiseonga Byeolbitcheoreom Bitnawe’ll shine like a star somewhere,
Naeireul Kkumkkuji Aneulkkaand won’t we dream of tomorrow?
Eodumi Dwideopin Byeori Doenda HaedoEven if I become a star covered in darkness,
Geujeo Jigeumcheoreom Gyeote Isseo Jullaewill you just stay by my side like you are now?
Geureom Neol Gamssal Ujuga Doel TeniThen I’ll become the universe that embraces you.
STAY Music Video
If you want to understand ‘STAY,’ the lyrics focus on unity and hope. Stray Kids’ message is clear, a reminder that together, we can outshine the darkest nights.