Journey's 5th album Escape came out 7/17/81. Its opening track "Don't Stop Believin'" is one of the most famous anthems of all time! I discuss its release, inspiration behind its lyrics, and 7 pop culture moments its known for.

Theme Song: "Dance Track", composed by Jessica Ann Catena

"Don't Stop Believin" - Journey (1981): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1k8craCGpgs
Escape Tour Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VcjzHMhBtf0

The Wedding Singer (1998) clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lkBTMAQmzY8

Monster (2003) clip: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esVPVSWzd-k

The Sopranos' Series Finale (2007): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1x9YACdBUrU

Hillary Clinton's 2008 Presidential Campaign Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9BEPcJlz2wE

Glee Cast Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JseWhrUz9TY

Rock of Ages 2009 performance @ The Tonys: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBI0DNn0g_c
2012 movie performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VRAz51wDHDE

NY Presbyterian Hospital video: https://www.goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/nyc-hospital-plays-dont-stop-believin-time-covid-70117966