Don't Stop Believin'
Journey · Dont Stop Believin: Best Of [2009]
Livin' in a lonely world
She took the midnight train going anywhere
Just a city boy
Born and raised in South Detroit
He took the midnight train going anywhere
A singer in a smokey room
The smell of wine and cheap perfume
For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on and on and on
(Chorus)
Strangers waiting
Up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Streetlight people
Living just to find emotion
Hiding, somewhere in the night
Working hard to get my fill
Everybody wants a thrill
Payin' anything to roll the dice
Just one more time
Some will win, some will lose
Some were born to sing the blues
Oh, the movie never ends
It goes on and on and on and on
(Chorus)
Strangers waiting
Up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Streetlight people
Living just to find emotion
Hiding, somewhere in the night
Don't stop believin'
Hold on to the feelin'
Streetlight people
woahhh, woahhhh
Don't stop believin'
Hold on...
Streetlight people
Ohhh, woahhhh
Don't stop believin'
Hold on to that feelin'
Streetlight people
Don't Stop Believin'
Released by Journey in 1981, "Don't Stop Believin'" stands as a defining anthem of the power ballad era, blending rock instrumentation with soaring vocals to create an enduring sound. The track, originally featured on the band's 1981 compilation "Best of," became a global phenomenon through its inclusion in the 1986 film "American Graffiti" and subsequent radio rotation. Its melodic structure and lyrical themes of hope and perseverance resonated deeply with audiences worldwide, cementing Journey's status as a leading force in 1980s rock. The song's legacy continues to influence modern rock and pop music, serving as a cultural touchstone that transcends generations while maintaining its original emotional impact.