Discover the story of the song > She Stayed – Alexandra Kay

The protagonist is telling a story about a friend they met at a dive bar when they were 23 years old. They used to have deep conversations about their dreams and what they wanted in life. But the protagonist knew they had to leave to pursue their dreams, while their friend chose to stay behind. Despite the distance, their friend stayed connected by talking on the phone when the protagonist was homesick, attending their shows and singing along to their songs, and being there for them when they felt weak. The friend stayed constant when everyone else left, and even gave a speech at the protagonist's wedding. The protagonist realized that their friend is their best friend, and they're grateful for them every day.