I Stay Away

by Alice in Chains

I Stay Away cover art
  • Type: Single
  • Released: 1994
  • Label: Columbia
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 28:27
  • Community rating: 4.08/5 from 3 ratings

Artists on this release: Alex Cortex

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Marking their first song written with new bassist Mike Inez, 'I Stay Away' is a standout track from their critically acclaimed acoustic EP, 'Jar of Flies'. The composition is famous for its unique fusion of acoustic-grunge guitars and a sweeping, dramatic orchestral string section. The track received a Grammy nomination for Best Hard Rock Performance, celebrating its brilliant, bittersweet melodies and innovative symphonic-rock scale.

Genres

Descriptors: male-vocalist, melodic, orchestral, acoustic, harmonies

Tracklist

  1. Atop
  2. Ajar
  3. Akin
  4. Anew
  5. Alit

Credits

  • Alice in Chains - primary artist, producer
  • Doug Erb - design
  • Toby Wright - engineer, mixed by
  • Mark Leialoha - photography
  • Jerry Cantrell - written-by
  • Layne Staley - written-by
  • Mike Inez - written-by

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