With Me Ft Justin Timberlake, Halsey & Pharrell (al): Calvin Harris Stay
Many critics highlight the production’s "sultry bass line" and "summery guitar," noting it is tailor-made for barbecues and beach days. The Line of Best Fit called it a standout, praising its "nu-disco goodness" and slick vocals.
Watch the official music video, which features a psychedelic, '70s-inspired kaleidoscope aesthetic: Many critics highlight the production’s "sultry bass line"
While the song reached the top 10 on Billboard's Hot Dance/Electronic Songs chart, reviews are distinctly split between those who see it as a summer essential and those who find it lacking cohesion. Released as the third single from the star-studded
Released as the third single from the star-studded Funk Wav Bounces Vol. 2 , "Stay With Me" is a mid-tempo, funk-inspired disco track that attempts to recreate the breezy "A-list party" energy of its predecessor, Vol. 1 . Critical Reception "Stay With Me" is a mid-tempo
“Pharrell and Justin Timberlake sound great, but Halsey's hook just sounds clunky. I wish Halsey and Justin had some vocal back and forth.” Reddit · r/hiphopheads · 3 years ago
Conversely, The Guardian described the track as "sticky and awkward," suggesting the guest vocalists' sections never quite slot together. Some listeners found Halsey’s "breathy" delivery and Timberlake’s high-pitched performance to be "corny" or "disjointed" compared to the smoother flow of previous hits like "Feels". Community Perspectives