Don't Stop Believin'
Forte A Cappella Lyrics

Just a small town girl
There's a young woman who grew up in a small town.

Livin' in a lonely world
Despite being surrounded by others, she feels isolated and alone.

She took the midnight train goin' anywhere
She left her small town behind without much of a plan or destination in mind.

Just a city boy
There's a young man who grew up in the city.

Born and raised in south Detroit
He's from a particular area of Detroit.

He took the midnight train goin' anywhere
Like the girl, he also sets off on a journey without a clear destination in mind.

A singer in a smoky room
Someone in the story is performing music in a venue that has a lot of smoke in the air.

A smell of wine and cheap perfume
The environment is filled with the scent of cheap wine and perfume.

For a smile they can share the night
The performer is trying to connect with the audience and create a memorable experience.

It goes on and on, and on, and on
The experience of sharing music and emotions is ongoing and never-ending.

Strangers waiting
There are individuals present who are unfamiliar with one another.

Up and down the boulevard
People are waiting along the length of the street.

Their shadows searching in the night
Even in the darkness, they are looking for something.

Streetlights, people
Lights from the city and the individuals present mix together.

Living just to find emotion
People want something that will create a feeling, no matter what it is.

Hiding somewhere in the night
Whatever they're hoping to find, it's just out of sight.

Working hard to get my fill
There's someone putting a lot of effort into seeking fulfillment.

Everybody wants a thrill
Everyone present is looking for something exciting.

Payin' anything to roll the dice
People are willing to take risks, no matter what the cost.

Just one more time
The desire is so strong that they're willing to do it again and again.

Some will win, some will lose
Not everyone will get what they're hoping for.

Some were born to sing the blues
Some people are more prone to feeling sad than others.

Oh, the movie never ends
The story continues on and on, with no clear conclusion in sight.

Strangers waiting
There are still people present who don't know each other.

Up and down the boulevard
They're still waiting along the street.

Their shadows searching in the night
The search for meaning continues, even in the darkness.

Streetlights, people
The lights and the individuals present continue to coexist and blend together.

Don't stop believin'
Despite the difficulties, it's important to maintain hope and a positive outlook.

Hold on to the feelin'
There's a sense of emotion or purpose that should be held onto and treasured.

Streetlights, people
Even with everything else going on, there are still the city lights and the individuals who make up the community.

Don't stop believin'
The importance of holding onto hope and faith should not be underestimated.

Hold on
The listener or someone in the story is being reminded to keep pushing forward and to not give up.

Streetlights, people
The city's lights and the individuals who live there are emblematic of perseverance and hope.

Don't stop believin'
Hope, faith, and optimism are important to hold onto, even when it seems difficult or impossible.

Hold on to the feelin'
Emotions and experiences can be powerful motivators, and should be valued and treasured.

Streetlights, people
The sense of community and shared experience that comes with living in the city is something worth holding onto.