Believe

Album: single release only (2020)
Charted: 90
Play Video

Songfacts®:

  • Back in 2012, Meek Mill recorded the similarly titled "Believe It" for his Dreams and Nightmares album. That record also featured the controversial track "Amen," which received criticism from various religious organizations for its blasphemous content.

    "Believe" finds the rapper delivering inspirational lyrical mantras over a haunting, modern-gospel beat.

    Thank God you believe, make sure you pray when you kneel

    It seems Meek Mill has moved on from his past profane rhymes.
  • Set against the backdrop of the criminal justice system, the uplifting anthem is a message of perseverance and overcoming.

    Follow your dreams, not your addictions
    How we gon' follow our dreams locked in a prison?


    Meek Mill has been locked up in jail on three occasions. His stints behind bars have opened the rapper's eyes to a flawed criminal justice system.
  • Justin Timberlake provides an equally inspirational hook before crooning a prayerful outro.

    As I lay me down to sleep
    Pray the Lord my soul to keep


    "Now I Lay Me Down to Sleep" is a classic children's bedtime prayer from the 18th century often used as a Christian lullaby. It traces its roots to Joseph Addison's 1711 essay in The Spectator. The prayer was famously recited by James Hetfield and Metallica producer Bob Rock on the bridge of Metallica's "Enter Sandman."
  • Meek Mill said in a statement: "This is a special track and I'm grateful I had the opportunity to collaborate with Justin on. "We really wanted to send a motivational message that would inspire people to take it to the next level and pursue their dreams."

Comments

Be the first to comment...

Editor's Picks

Michael W. Smith

Michael W. SmithSongwriter Interviews

Smith breaks down some of his worship tracks as well as his mainstream hits, including "I Will Be Here For You" and "A Place In This World."

Verdine White of Earth, Wind & Fire

Verdine White of Earth, Wind & FireSongwriter Interviews

The longtime bassist of Earth, Wind & Fire discusses how his band came to do a holiday album, and offers insight into some of the greatest dance/soul tunes of all-time.

Concert Disasters

Concert DisastersFact or Fiction

Ozzy biting a dove? Alice Cooper causing mayhem with a chicken? Creed so bad they were sued? See if you can spot the real concert mishaps.

Oliver Leiber

Oliver LeiberSongwriter Interviews

Oliver Leiber talks about writing and producing hits for Paula Abdul, and explains his complicated relationship with his father, the songwriter Jerry Leiber.

The Real Nick Drake

The Real Nick DrakeSong Writing

The head of Drake's estate shares his insights on the late folk singer's life and music.

Francesca Battistelli

Francesca BattistelliSongwriter Interviews

The 2011 Artist of the Year at the Dove Awards isn't your typical gospel diva, and she thinks that's a good thing.