I lost all faith in my God, in his religion too
I told the angels they could sing their songs to someone new
I lost all trust in my friends
I watched my heart turn to stone
I thought that I was left to walk this wicked world alone
Tonight I’ll dust myself off
Tonight I’ll suck my gut in
I’ll face the night and I’ll pretend
I got something to believe in
And I had lost touch with reason
I watched life criticize the truth
Been waiting for a miracle
I know you have too
Though I know I won’t win
I’ll take this one on the chin
We’ll raise a toast and I’ll pretend
I got something to believe in
If I don’t believe in Jesus, how can I believe the Pope?
If I don’t believe in heroin, how can I believe in dope?
If there’s nothing but survival, how can I believe in sin?
In a world that gives you nothing
We need something to believe in
If I don’t believe in Jesus, how can I believe the Pope?
If I don’t believe in heroin, how can I believe in dope?
If there’s nothing but survival, how can I believe in sin?
In a world that gives you nothing
We need something to believe in
Losing Faith and Searching for Meaning
“Something To Believe In” by Bon Jovi delves deep into the struggle of losing faith in institutions, friends, and even oneself. The song’s narrator admits to turning away from religion and feeling isolated, as trust in both spiritual and personal connections crumbles. Through raw honesty, the lyrics capture the pain of disillusionment and the internal battles that come with feeling abandoned in a challenging world.
The Need for Hope in a Difficult World
Despite the despair, the chorus reveals a powerful act of resilience: pretending to have something to believe in, even when hope feels distant. The song questions traditional beliefs and the value of survival when the world offers little comfort. Yet, it suggests that, regardless of circumstance, everyone seeks a reason to carry on—a universal need for hope and meaning.
Song Credits
- Artist: Bon Jovi
- Songwriters: Jon Bon Jovi, Richie Sambora
- Release Year: 1995
- Label: Mercury Records