: Despite its high production value, "Stay" was Jay Sean's lowest-charting official UK single at the time, peaking at number 59.

: While effective as a standalone ballad, some reviewers found it lacked the singular charisma of massive hits like "Ride It" or "Down". Personal Perspectives

The song features a sleek production style that aligns with late-2000s R&B trends, drawing comparisons to artists like Craig David and Usher.

Reviews of "Stay" have generally praised its "polished assembly" while occasionally critiquing its lack of edge compared to his debut work.

“it's the remix which works better, just because it seems to work to less of an obvious blueprint.” BBC · 17 years ago