Don't Stop Believin'
Glee Cast Featuring Lea Michele (Rachel) & Cory Monteith (Finn) Lyrics
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Finn: Just a small town girl, livin' in a lonely world
She took the midnight train goin' anywhere
Rachel: Just a city boy, born and raised in South Detroit
He took the midnight train goin' anywhere
Finn: A singer in a smoky room
Both: For a smile they can share the night
It goes on and on and on and on
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
Rachel: Workin' hard to get my fill
Everybody wants a thrill
Both: Payin' anything to roll the dice
Just one more time
Rachel: Some will win, some will lose
Both: Some are born to sing the blues
And oh, the movie never ends
It goes on and on and on and on
Strangers waiting, up and down the boulevard
Their shadows searching in the night
Streetlight people, livin' just to find emotion
Hiding, somewhere in the night
New Directions: Don't stop believin'
Hold on to that feelin'
Streetlight people
Don't stop believin'
Hold on to that feelin'
Streetlight people
Don't stop!
The song "Don't Stop Believin'" by Glee Cast Featuring Lea Michele (Rachel) and Cory Monteith (Finn) is about two strangers – a small-town girl and a city boy – who meet on a midnight train going in opposite directions. They are both searching for something more in life and are willing to take the gamble to find it. The song talks about how they are both willing to work hard and pay anything to roll the dice just one more time. The two characters are determined to find their own version of the American dream and not let anything get in their way. They encourage each other to hold onto that feeling and never stop believing in their dreams.
The song is a powerful anthem for anyone who has ever felt lost or powerless. It speaks to the idea of hope and perseverance. No matter how difficult things may seem, you should never stop believing in yourself and your abilities. The song reminds us that everyone is searching for something, and we should not give up until we find what we are looking for.
Line by Line Meaning
Just a small town girl, livin' in a lonely world
She's a girl from a small town who feels lonely and disconnected from the world.
She took the midnight train goin' anywhere
She left her town without a destination in mind, seeking a change in her life.
Just a city boy, born and raised in South Detroit
He's a boy from the city of South Detroit.
He took the midnight train goin' anywhere
He left his hometown without a specific plan or direction, just hoping for a new start.
A singer in a smoky room
There is a person singing in a room filled with smoke.
A smell of wine and cheap perfume
The room smells of wine and inexpensive perfume.
For a smile they can share the night
They're enjoying each other's company for the night, even if it's just a small smile.
It goes on and on and on and on
The night is long and they're enjoying every moment of it.
Strangers waiting, up and down the boulevard
There are unknown people waiting all along the street.
Their shadows searching in the night
The people are looking for something elusive in the darkness of the night.
Streetlight people, living just to find emotion
These are people who are searching for a deeper sense of feeling and meaning in their lives.
Hiding, somewhere in the night
Whatever they're looking for, they aren't sure where to find it, so they continue searching.
Workin' hard to get my fill
I'm putting in a lot of effort to get what I want.
Everybody wants a thrill
Everyone wants to feel excited and alive.
Payin' anything to roll the dice
People are willing to take risks and spend to experience something exciting and new.
Just one more time
Even if it's not always successful, people are always willing to try again for that thrill.
Some will win, some will lose
Life is unpredictable and not everyone can win all the time.
Some are born to sing the blues
Some people are just meant to have a harder life than others.
And oh, the movie never ends
Life can feel like an endless, unpredictable journey.
Don't stop believin'
Keep hope and remain optimistic in the face of uncertainty.
Hold on to that feelin'
Keep that sense of hope and excitement alive within yourself.
Streetlight people
People who are searching for connection and meaning in their lives.
Don't stop!
Keep going and pushing forward even when things are uncertain or difficult.
Contributed by Sophie I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@obohemma1983
Best song in the pilot episode rip cory don't stop beliving