The song lyrics were written by the band Van Halen, as they were asked to write a song for the 1979 movie "Over the Edge" starring Matt Dillon. The movie (and the lyrics, although more obliquely) are about bored, rebellious youth with nothing better to do than get into trouble. If you see the movie, these lyrics will make more sense. It's a great movie if you grew up in the 70s/80s you'll definitely remember some of these characters from your own life. Fun fact, after writing the song, Van Halen decided not to let the movie use it.
Did I say something wrong
Well if I've hurt you then tell me now
Don't let your fear surround you
Why don't you talk to me
Well I know what you want
And I know what you need
But believe me baby
They may not be the same
Think it over
Deep in my heart
There's a place that only you can find
But still there's a part
Of my life wrapped in confusion
I can't tell you I'm in love
But I can't stand to lose you
Please believe me when I say I do
I believe in you, believe in you
Some people believe in love
I'd rather believe in something real
Something that lasts forever
That's why I'm still with you
So you're head over heals
And I know now it feels
But believe me baby
It won't be the same
When it's over
Deep in my heart
There's a place that only you can find
But still there's a part
Of my life wrapped in confusion
I can't tell you I'm in love
But I can't stand to lose you
Please believe me when I say I do
I believe in you, believe in you
These worlds I say aren't meant to hurt
I only want to save you pain
We'll find a way
To change your heart
And throw away these chains of love
Well if I've hurt you then tell me now
Don't let your fear surround you
Why don't you talk to me
Well I know what you want
And I know what you need
But believe me baby
They may not be the same
Think it over
Deep in my heart
There's a place that only you can find
But still there's a part
Of my life wrapped in confusion
I can't tell you I'm in love
But I can't stand to lose you
Please believe me when I say I do
I believe in you, believe in you
Some people believe in love
I'd rather believe in something real
Something that lasts forever
That's why I'm still with you
So you're head over heals
And I know now it feels
But believe me baby
It won't be the same
When it's over
Deep in my heart
There's a place that only you can find
But still there's a part
Of my life wrapped in confusion
I can't tell you I'm in love
But I can't stand to lose you
Please believe me when I say I do
I believe in you, believe in you
These worlds I say aren't meant to hurt
I only want to save you pain
We'll find a way
To change your heart
And throw away these chains of love
Lyrics submitted by SongMeanings
I Believe in You Lyrics as written by Gary William O'connor
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Lyrics powered by LyricFind
Add your thoughts
Log in now to tell us what you think this song means.
Don’t have an account? Create an account with SongMeanings to post comments, submit lyrics, and more. It’s super easy, we promise!
More Featured Meanings
Light Up The Sky
Van Halen
Van Halen
Fast Car
Tracy Chapman
Tracy Chapman
"Fast car" is kind of a continuation of Bruce Springsteen's "Born to Run." It has all the clawing your way to a better life, but in this case the protagonist never makes it with her love; in fact she is dragged back down by him.
There is still an amazing amount of hope and will in the lyrics; and the lyrics themselve rank and easy five. If only music was stronger it would be one of those great radio songs that you hear once a week 20 years after it was released. The imagery is almost tear-jerking ("City lights lay out before us", "Speeds so fast felt like I was drunk"), and the idea of starting from nothing and just driving and working and denigrating yourself for a chance at being just above poverty, then losing in the end is just painful and inspiring at the same time.
Holiday
Bee Gees
Bee Gees
@[Diderik:33655] "Your a holiday!" Was a popular term used in the 50s/60s to compliment someone on their all around. For example, not only are they beautiful, but they are fun and kind too ... just an all around "holiday".
I think your first comment is closer to being accurate. The singer/song writers state "Millions of eyes can see, yet why am i so blind!? When the someone else is me, its unkind its unkind". I believe hes referring to the girl toying with him and using him. He wants something deeper with her, thats why he allows himself to be as a puppet (even though for her fun and games) as long as it makes her happy. But he knows deep down that she doesnt really want to be serious with him and thats what makes him.
Head > Heels
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
“Head > Heels” is a track that aims to capture what it feels like to experience romance that exceeds expectations. Ed Sheeran dedicates his album outro to a lover who has blessed him with a unique experience that he seeks to describe through the song’s nuanced lyrics.
Amazing
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran
Ed Sheeran tells a story of unsuccessfully trying to feel “Amazing.” This track is about the being weighed down by emotional stress despite valiant attempts to find some positivity in the situation. This track was written by Ed Sheeran from the perspective of his friend. From the track, we see this person fall deeper into the negative thoughts and slide further down the path of mental torment with every lyric.