The song explores the and personal struggle:
: The two eventually finished the track in person at Bieber's studio. Despite being a veteran, Bieber was reportedly nervous about his performance, repeatedly asking LAROI, "Yo, do you like this? Is this good?" during the session. Music Video Insights The Kid LAROI, Justin Bieber - Stay (Official Video Lyric)
: The song was written about a year before its release at producer Blake Slatkin’s house. While Charlie Puth played a melody on a keyboard, LAROI liked it so much he insisted on recording it immediately, later describing it as his most organic songwriting experience. The song explores the and personal struggle: :
