7 Seconds are in full “true underground” mode here, as this song is a withering attack on hardcore punk bands that changed their sound and softened their message in pursuit of new fans and mainstream success. The lyrics are packed with phrases like “rockin' out” and “playing ‘better’ music” (it’s im...
[Verse 1]
I guess the others turned their backs on what they now call shit
It doesn't really matter 'cause it's their words I forget
If 'core is dead, they've moved along and now they're rockin' out
But I don't know if they ever knew what just it's been about
But
[Chorus]
But I still believe, I still believe
I still believe (believe in myself)
But I still believe, I still believe
I still believe
[Verse 2]
Watch them bite and claw as they line up on the rack
A method to success and now there ain't no looking back
They're playing better music with a message aimed at other crowds
And they don't include a lyric sheet 'cause what they say ain't proud
But
[Chorus]
But I still believe, I still believe
I still believe (believe in myself)
But I still believe, I still believe
I still believe (believe in these words too)
[Outro]
An empty pedestal and all these heroes where'd they go? (Go! Go!)
When I find myself a hero, I'll be sure to let you know
Still Believe was written by Kevin Seconds.
Still Believe was produced by Ian MacKaye.