Believe

Staind

About Believe

"Believe" is a single by Staind, the first from their sixth studio album, The Illusion of Progress. Despite only peaking at #83 on the Billboard Hot 100, the single was a success on the rock charts, peaking at #4 on the Mainstream Rock Tracks, and becoming their third #1 hit on the Modern Rock Tracks, after "It's Been Awhile" and So Far Away". "Believe" stayed at #1 for three weeks on the Modern Rock Tracks. The "Believe" music video was directed by Christopher Sims. It features a man who has left his girlfriend in order to find himself. However, she soon leaves as well, presumably to find him. The man travels through the Midwest and ends up somewhere in the West Coast . Aaron Lewis is the only member of the band in the video. Lewis is seen walking down the beach that the man ends up finding. The music video for "All I Want" picks up the story from there. The song was used in a video highlighting the 2008 College Football Season on ESPN and in the 2008 WWE Tribute to the Troops special. 


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I sit alone and watch the clock
Tryin' to collect my thoughts
All I think about is you
And so I cry myself to sleep
And hope the devil I don't meet
In the dreams that I live through

Believe in me
I know you've waited for so long
Believe in me
Sometimes the weak become the strong

Believe in me
This life's not always what it seems
Believe in me
Cause I was made for chasing dreams

All the smiles you've had to fake
And all the shit you've had to take
Just to lead us here again
I never have the things to say
To make it all just go away
To make it all just disappear

Believe in me
I know you've waited for so long
Believe in me
Sometimes the weak become the strong

Believe in me
This life's not always what it seems
Believe in me
Cause I was made for chasing dreams

It's my life, it's my choice
Hear my words, hear my voice
And just believe

I sit alone and watch the clock
Tryin' to collect my thoughts
And all I think about is you

If you believe in me
Life not always what it seems
Believe in me
Cause I was made for chasing dreams

Believe in me
I know you've waited for so long
Believe in me
Sometimes the weak become the strong

Believe in me
This life's not always what it seems
Believe in me
Cause I was made for chasing dreams

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Staind

Staind ( /ˈsteɪnd/ STAYND) is an American rock band that was formed in 1995 in Springfield, Massachusetts. For 17 years, the band consisted of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Aaron Lewis, lead guitarist Mike Mushok, bassist Johnny April, and drummer Jon Wysocki (who left in May 2011). To date, the band has recorded seven studio albums: Tormented (1996), Dysfunction (1999), Break the Cycle (2001), 14 Shades of Grey (2003), Chapter V (2005), The Illusion of Progress (2008), and their self-titled album (2011). The band has had five chart-topping singles and sold over 15 million records worldwide. more »

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Written by: Johnny April, Aaron Lewis, Mike Mushok, Jon Wysocki

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16 facts about this song

Release Date
"Believe" by Staind was released on June 24, 2008.
Album Inclusion
The song is featured as the lead single from their sixth studio album, "The Illusion of Progress".
Chart Performance
"Believe" reached No. 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Songs chart and No. 4 on the Billboard Alternative Songs chart.
Music Genre
"Believe" incorporates styles of alternative metal, post-grunge and nu-metal, staying true to the band's known sound.
Song Length
The song has a duration of 4 minutes and 20 seconds.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "Believe" reflect themes of hope and trusting the journey, despite difficult times.
Band Lineup
The band members at the time of recording "Believe" were Aaron Lewis, Mike Mushrock, Johnny April, and Jon Wysocki.
Music Video
The music video for "Believe" was directed by Chris Sims. It features the band performing in an urban setting, surrounded by derelict buildings.
Artwork
The single artwork for "Believe" features a rustic heart with wings, symbolizing the theme of hope inherent in the song's lyrics.
Writing Credits
The song was written by the four members of the band - Aaron Lewis, Mike Mushrock, Johnny April, and Jon Wysocki.
Production
"Believe" was produced by Johnny K and Staind.
Critical Reception
The song was lauded by critics for its powerful lyrics and impassioned vocal performance by frontman Aaron Lewis.
Album Success
"The Illusion of Progress," the album that "Believe" is featured on, debuted at No. 3 on the US Billboard Top 200 chart.
Live Performances
"Believe" has been a staple of Staind's live performances since its release.
Tour Promotion
"Believe" was heavily promoted in Staind's tours and on radio stations, aiding in its ascent on music charts.
Fan Reception
The song was well received by fans, and continues to be one of the band's most popular songs.

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