Got to Have Faith

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About Got to Have Faith

"Got to Have Faith" is a 2004 single released by the Swedish heavy metal band Europe. It was released on September 15, 2004, and was the first single from the album Start from the Dark. "Got to Have Faith" was co-written by vocalist Joey Tempest and guitarist John Norum, and was the first song written for Start from the Dark. "We wanted to make something modern, heavy and something that would be relevant now," Tempest said, "So John sent me some riffs to my hometown in London and I just started putting things together, writing lyrics and when I felt I had something, I sent it off to the other guys. They were all like, 'This is great!'... Hence the heavier riffs, the D-tuning and everything because that's the way John likes to do it."The song's music video features the band performing in a garage interspersed with clips taken from the Ghost Rider motorcycle stunt films. In an interlude, the video shows brief, distorted clips of the band taken from the 1980s. Ghost Rider, touching speeds over 300 km/h (186 mph), zooms past Upplands Väsby, the Swedish suburb where the band was formed, at the end of the video. 


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The race is on
I found my way
Something has changed since I've been away
The fear is gone
And I can't wait
I feel the rut, still got dues to pay

Well I had enough
Gonna stand up straight
Rebuild my life
Well you gotta have faith
And it will be tough
Gonna fight each day
'Til I'm back on top
Well you gotta have faith

Full speed ahead
I waste no time
Now I know how to live my life
I've been knocked down - come back around
It put some soul in this heart of mine

Well I had enough
Gonna stand up straight
Rebuild my life
Well you gotta have faith
And it will be tough
Gonna fight each day
'Til I'm back on top
Well you gotta have faith

I get the feelin'
I can go that extra mile
I get the feelin'
I can reach that open sky
I get the feelin'
Things will never be the same
I get the feelin'
That I can win again!

Well I had enough
Gonna stand up straight
Rebuild my life
Well you gotta have faith
And it will be tough
Gonna fight each day
'Til I'm back on top
Well you gotta have faith
Well you gotta have faith
Well you gotta have faith

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Europe

Europe is a Swedish rock band formed in Upplands Väsby in 1979, by vocalist Joey Tempest, guitarist John Norum, bassist Peter Olsson, and drummer Tony Reno. more »

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Written by: TEMPEST JOEY, HAAKAN JAN HAUGLAND, H�KAN JAN HAUGLAND, IAN HAUGLAND, JOEY TEMPEST, JOHN LEVEN, JOHN GUNNAR LEVEN, JOHN TERRY NORUM, MIC MICHAELI

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10 facts about this song

Song Release
"Got To Have Faith" was released as part of Europe's 2004 album, "Start from the Dark." It was the band's reunion album after a 12-year hiatus.
Chart Performance
This song reached number five on the Swedish Singles Chart. It was the band's first entry in the charts since they had reformed.
Composition and Lyrics
"Got To Have Faith" is defined by hard rock riffs and a powerful chorus. The lyrics of the song reflect the band's resilience and belief in their love for music, speaking about faith, determination, and overcoming adversity.
Line-up
In this song, the band featured Joey Tempest as the lead singer, John Norum on lead guitar, John Levén on bass, Mic Michaeli on keyboards, and Ian Haugland on drums.
Music Video
The music video for "Got to Have Faith" was shot in black-and-white. It features the band performing the song in a recording studio, symbolizing their return and the start of a new chapter.
Title Significance
Being the opening track of Europe's comeback album, "Got To Have Faith" was representative of the band's sentiment upon returning to the music scene. The title confirms their belief in the potential of their comeback.
Live Performances
"Got To Have Faith" is often used as an opener for Europe's live shows, signifying their powerful return to the music scene.
Reception
The song was well-received by critics and fans alike. It was applauded for its catchy riffs and inspiring lyrics, embodying the spirit of classic rock anthems.
Co-written Song
Both Joey Tempest and John Norum wrote "Got To Have Faith". This collaboration between the lead singer and lead guitarist reflects the chemistry and teamwork within the group.
Album Success
"Start from the Dark," the album which contains "Got To Have Faith," peaked at No.2 on the Swedish Albums Chart, showcasing the band's continued popularity in their home country.

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