Stayin

Stayin is a non-standard, informal form of the verb staying, commonly used as a stylistic contraction in English. It is frequently written as Stayin’ or Stayin' to indicate the dropping of the -g in casual speech. In titles and lyrics, Stayin often conveys immediacy and informality.

In music, Stayin' is used as a title or refrain across genres, particularly where artists favor vernacular expression. The form signals themes of persistence, endurance, or continuation. Because it is informal, Stayin' is more likely to appear in contemporary works and youth-oriented media.

Beyond songs, Stayin' has appeared in marketing, social media, and memes as a shorthand for resilience and staying power. The form is distinct from the full word staying and from related terms such as Stay or Staying, which carry different connotations.

See also: Stay (disambiguation); Staying power; Stayin' Alive (disambiguation).