I Believe (Killswitch Engage song)
| "I Believe" | ||||
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| Single by Killswitch Engage | ||||
| from the album This Consequence | ||||
| Released | January 23, 2025 | |||
| Genre | Melodic metalcore | |||
| Length | 3:54 | |||
| Label | Metal Blade | |||
| Songwriter | Killswitch Engage | |||
| Producer | Adam Dutkiewicz | |||
| Killswitch Engage singles chronology | ||||
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"I Believe" is a song by the American metalcore band Killswitch Engage. It was released as the second single from their ninth album, This Consequence on January 23, 2025.[1] The song was accompanied with an official music video on its release.[2] It is the bands first song to reach the top ten on the U.S. Mainstream Rock chart peaking at number 4.[3]
Background
The songs lyrics focus on faith and remaining optimistic that things will get better.[4] During an interview with Kerrang! lead singer Jesse Leach described the songs meaning stating "I Believe is about undying hope," "During difficult times perspective is everything. Knowing deep down that 'this too shall pass' has been a beacon of light for me. I do believe there is meaning behind suffering. If we are able to push through difficult times and come out the other side, there is a renewed sense of purpose."[5]
Reception
Gregory Adams of Revolver Magazine claimed "I Believe" "hit a more anthemic and rocking tone than previously delivered thrash-and-basher “Forever Aligned,” with vocalist Jesse Leach more generally (though not exclusively) using an impassioned croon to work through lines about feeling hindered by paranoia, yet still striving to keep hope alive in dark times."[6]
Jason West of New Noise Magazine wrote " I Believe," offers us a genuine stadium anthem. It begins with a guitar riff that will stick in your head for days. Leach gracefully leads in by singing the simple yet catchy lyric, “I believe.” Musically, this may be one of their best singles to date. Dutliewicz’s lead guitar teeters on pop sensibility and metal throughout the song. The rhythm section of Foley and bassist Michael D’Antonio create a steady dose of metal prowess without going over the top."[7]
Charts
| Chart (2025) | Peak
position |
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| US Mainstream Rock (Billboard)[8] | 4 |
| US Hard Rock (Billboard)[9] | 19 |
| US Rock & Alternative Airplay (Billboard)[10] | 20 |
References
- ↑ Keenan, Hesher (January 23, 2025). "Killswitch Engage Release Optimistic New Track in "I Believe"". MetalSucks. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ↑ Blabbermouth (January 23, 2025). "KILLSWITCH ENGAGE Shares Music Video For New Single 'I Believe'". BLABBERMOUTH.NET. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Killswitch Engage catches first top-10 hit with 'honey sweet' single 'I Believe' – 98KUPD – Arizona's Real Rock". 98KUPD - Arizona's Real Rock. June 9, 2025. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Prepare to Face This Consequence with Killswitch Engage's New Single 'I Believe'. - Wall Of Sound". www.wallofsoundau.com. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Killswitch Engage have dropped another new song, the hopeful I Believe". Kerrang!. January 23, 2025. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ↑ Adams, Gregory. "Hear KILLSWITCH ENGAGE sing of undying hope on new anthem "I Believe"". Revolver. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Album Review: Killswitch Engage - This Consequence". New Noise Magazine. Retrieved March 19, 2026.
- ↑ "Killswitch Engage | Biography, Music & News | Billboard". Billboard. Archived from the original on January 4, 2026. Retrieved February 16, 2026.
- ↑ "Killswitch Engage Billboard Charts History".
- ↑ "Killswitch Engage Rock and Alternative Airplay Chart History".