5 Facts About Lorraine Ellison's 'Stay with Me'

The song was recorded in 1966 after Frank Sinatra canceled his studio session. Ellison’s label booked the time as a last-minute replacement.

The recording was done in a single take. Ellison delivered the vocal performance live with the orchestra.

The song became her biggest hit. It reached number 10 on the Billboard R&B chart.

The track features a dramatic orchestral arrangement. The strings and horns build to match Ellison’s powerful vocal climax.

The song has been covered by multiple artists. Notable versions include those by Bette Midler and The Walker Brothers.