The Cost of Staying is a raw R&B and hip-hop project about what it takes to hold on — and what it quietly takes from you. Through moody melodies, melodic rap, and emotional storytelling, Lyra reflects on love, loyalty, and the moments she stayed too long, hoping things would change.

The album captures late-night thoughts, unspoken resentment, and the strength it takes to finally choose yourself. It’s confident without being cold, vulnerable without being weak — a balance of softness and survival. Every track feels lived-in, honest, and intentional.

The Cost of Staying isn’t about regret. It’s about awareness.
About learning that endurance can be expensive — and growth doesn’t come without a price.

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LYRICS:


(Intro)
IzAlyssa 

(Verse 1)
No, I don't want to go for the rest of the night
Without knowing what it could've been between you and I
So I’ll just sit and watch you da-da-dance in the lights
Until I get the chance to make it "you and I"
You and I (You and I)
You and I (You and I)
You and I (You and I)
You and I (You and I) 

(Verse 2)
No, you don't want to go for the rest of the night
Without knowing what it could've been between you and I
So you're just watching me watching you in the lights
Until you get the chance to make it "you and I"
You and I (You and I)
You and I (You and I)
You and I (You and I)
You and I (You and I) 

You and i...

You & I

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Mr. Bill is a multi-genre producer from Australia (now based in Colorado). He's well known for his tutorials and membership platform, which offers video content, samples, project files, and more. In this episode, I'm joined by Bill as he talks about his background, what his schedule looks like, and his thoughts on creative block.

Read full show notes + my takeaways here: edmprod.com/episode-54

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#54: Force Yourself to do Creative Work (Lessons from Mr. Bill)

This #MusicMonday we get to release a electronic music all-star @theflourishmusic . Bringing some smooth sexy saws and crazy arps in this amazing headbobber.

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The Flourish - Monday

✗ (going to be) available exclusively for DL @ https://laxcitymusic.bandcamp.com (under construction 🚧👷)
✗ main account: @laxcitymusic

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imperfection

Written by Marie Lang, Eli Jordan Heisler, Keith Rice II
Produced by The Crateful Head

Wildfire

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