I Don't Believe in Love
Queensrÿche
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I awoke on impact Under surveillance from the camera eye Searching high and low The criminal mind found at the scene of the crime Handcuffed and blind, I didn't do it She said she loved me I guess I never knew But do we ever, ever really know? She said she'd meet me on the other side But I knew right then, I'd never find her I don't believe in love I never have, I never will I don't believe in love It's never worth the pain that you feel No more nightmares, I've seen them all From the day I was born They've haunted my every move Every open hand's there to push and shove No time for love it doesn't matter She made a difference I guess she had a way Of making every night seem bright as day Now I walk in shadows, never see the light She must have lied 'cause she never said goodbye I don't believe in love I never have, I never will I don't believe in love I'll just pretend she never was real I don't believe in love I need to forget her face, I see it still I don't believe in love It's never worth the pain that you feel No chance for contact There's no raison d'etre My only hope is one day I'll forget The pain of knowing what can never be With or without love it's all the same to me I don't believe in love I never have, I never will I don't believe in love I'll just pretend she never was real I don't believe in love I never have, I never will I don't believe in love It's never worth the pain that you feel, feel The pain that you feel, feel
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Written by: CHRISTOPHER DEGARMO, GEOFF TATE, GEOFFERY TATE
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13 facts about this song
Song Composition"I Don't Believe in Love" was directly influenced by progressive rock bands such as Pink Floyd and Iron Maiden, visible in its layered guitar work and intricate rhythms.
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Release DateThe song was released in September 1988 as the third single from the band's third studio album "Operation: Mindcrime".
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Album Concept"I Don't Believe in Love" is part of a concept album which tells the story of a disillusioned fortune-teller named Nikki who becomes a political assassin.
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Band Members"I Don't Believe in Love" was written by the band members Geoff Tate, Chris DeGarmo, Michael Wilton, Scott Rockenfield, and Eddie Jackson.
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Critic AppreciationThe song is widely praised for its impressive musicianship, particularly Geoff Tate's powerful vocals and Chris DeGarmo's guitar work.
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Song ThemeThe song deals with the theme of nihilism and the protagonist’s belief that love, as a concept, doesn’t exist after he is deceived by a woman he loved.
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Award Nomination"I Don't Believe in Love" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Metal Performance in 1990.
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Music VideoThe accompanying music video for the song expands on the narrative of the album, featuring the band performing inside an insane asylum.
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Pop CultureThe song has been used on numerous television shows and movies, demonstrating its impact on popular culture.
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Remix VersionIn 2003, the song was re-released as a remixed version on the reissue of "Operation: Mindcrime".
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Live PerformancesQueensrÿche often performs "I Don't Believe in Love" as part of their setlists, proving its continued popularity among fans.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by several artists, including Dream Theater and Between the Buried and Me.
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Fan FavouriteDespite the bleak storyline and anguished lyrics, "I Don't Believe in Love" remains a fan favorite and is one of Queensrÿche's most recognizable songs.
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