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The track was written in December 2020, a period defined by the global uncertainty of the COVID-19 pandemic. McFerrin describes the song as a "conduit" to help her process the gripping anxiety that came with that new reality.
Madison McFerrin's song is a self-produced track that explores the struggle of overcoming internal anxiety and finding clarity amidst the "fear of the unknown" . Released as a single in September 2022 and later featured on her 2023 debut album, I Hope You Can Forgive Me , the song marks a significant step in her journey as an independent artist and producer. The Story and Meaning Madison McFerrin - Stay Away (From Me)
"Stay Away (From Me)" was one of the first songs McFerrin fully produced herself. She played nearly all the instruments, including the piano, synth, and bass, while layering her own vocals to create a "velvet soul" sound with hints of jazz and rhythmic bounce. Reviewers from Clash Music have compared her emotive vocal delivery to that of Erykah Badu. The track was written in December 2020, a