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Stayed Gone

Various Artist of Hazbin Hotel (Season 1)

That fucker is back!

(Yeah, I thought he was gone for good too!)

It's been seven years!

(You still pissed he almost beat you that time?)

Uh, fuck you

(Just sayin')

Things have changed a lot since he left town

(That's for sure)

I gotta send a message of who's really in charge of things now

Welcome home

I'm gonna make you wish that you'd stayed gone

Say hello to a new status quo

Everyone knows that there's a brand-new dawn

Turn the TV on!

Top of the hour, and we're discussing a certain has-been

Who has been spotted cavorting around town after a seven-year absence

Did anybody miss him?

Did anybody notice?

More on tonight's program

So, the radio demon is back in town Why is he hanging around?

What does that mean for your family?

Well handily, I've got good news

He's a loser, a fossil and I don't mean to sound hostile But the demon is a coward!

You can take that as gospel

Pulling my viewers? Impossible!

I'm visual, he's barely audible Stop givin' him the time of day Don't listen to a word he'd say I hope he had a nice vacay But he should've stayed away

While he hid in radio We pivoted to video

Now his medium is gettin' bloody rare

Hell's been better since he split

Where's he been?

Who gives a shit!

Salutations!

Good to be back on the air

Yes, I know it's been a while

Since someone with style treated hell to a broadcast

Sinners, rejoice!

(What a dated voice!)

Instead of a clout-chasin' mediocre video podcast

(Come on!)

Is Vox insecure? Pursuing allure?

Flitting between this fad and that, is nothin' working?

Ignore his chirping!

Every day, he's got a new format

(You're lookin' at the future, he's the shit that comes before that!)

Is Vox as strong as he purports Or is it based on his support?

He'd be powerless without the other Vees

(Oh, please!)

And here's the sugar on the cream

He asked me to join his team

Hold on!

I said no, and now he's pissy, that's the tea

You old-timey prick I'll show you suffering

(Uh oh, the TV is buffering!)

I'll destroy you, you little-

I'm afraid you've lost your signal

Let's begin

I'm gonna make you wish that l'd stayed gone

Tune on in when I'm done

Your status quo will know its race is run

Oh, this will be fun

Fuck!

LanguageEnglish
Translated byAllen Morningstar

About this Song

“Stayed Gone” from Hazbin Hotel is a dynamic musical number featured in the episode “Radio Killed the Video Star.” The song showcases a confrontation between Vox, a television-themed demon overlord, and Alastor, known as the Radio Demon

In this piece, Vox expresses his frustration and insecurity over Alastor’s return after a seven-year absence. He attempts to assert his dominance, highlighting the advancements in video over radio and mocking Alastor’s outdated medium. Alastor, in turn, counters Vox’s claims, pointing out Vox’s reliance on his associates and questioning his true power. The song serves as a musical duel, emphasizing the tension and rivalry between the two characters.

Musically, “Stayed Gone” blends elements of electro swing and pop, reflecting the contrasting styles of the characters—Alastor’s vintage charm versus Vox’s modern flair. The lyrics and performance capture the essence of their conflict, making it a standout moment in the series.

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