Believe (Suzie McNeil song) explained

Believe
Type:single
Artist:Suzie McNeil
Album:Broken & Beautiful
Released:September 2006
Recorded:2004–2005[1]
Genre:Pop rock, symphonic rock
Label:Curve / Universal
Producer:Marti Frederiksen
Prev Title:Hung Up
Prev Year:2007
Next Title:Broken & Beautiful
Next Year:2007

"Believe" is a song written by Kara DioGuardi and Marti Frederiksen and famously recorded by Canadian singer-songwriter Suzie McNeil for her debut studio album, Broken & Beautiful (2007). It was first released to digital retailers in September 2006, while "Hung Up" was serviced to radio as the official lead single.[1] The song was re-recorded with the National Arts Centre Orchestra in support of Canada's Own the Podium campaign, and served as the official anthem of the Canadian team for the 2010 Winter Olympics.[2] [3] The "Olympic Inspired" version of the song, released September 17, 2007, served as the album's second single.[4] An alternate version is also included on McNeil's second album, Rock-n-Roller (2008).

A moderate commercial success, "Believe" entered the Canadian Hot 100 at number 81, and peaked at number 61. The song was more well-received critically, being highlighted as a standout track from the album by critics including AllMusic's Matthew Chisling, and is one of the songs for which McNeil is best known.[5]

Critical reception

Matthew Chisling of AllMusic as the "true highlight" of Broken & Beautiful, noting that it is "an emotionally powerful ballad anthem" and a "true display of McNeil's talents as a pop vocalist."[5] [6]

Usage in media

"Believe" was used as a theme for American reality television program The Biggest Loser.[5] [7] It has also been featured on the television shows Beauty and the Geek, The Hills, and Oprah Winfrey's The Big Give.[8]

Music video

The video for the Olympic Inspired version of "Believe" was released September 17, 2007 in partnership with Bell Media.[4] It showcases Canadian Olympic athletes Steve Omischl (freestyle skiing – aerials), Joannie Rochette (figure skating), and Clara Hughes (speed skating) training for their respective sports.[9]

Credits and personnel

Credits are adapted from liner notes of Broken & Beautiful and Rock-n-Roller.[10] [11]

Chart performance

"Believe" entered the Billboard Canadian Hot 100 at number 81 for the week ending August 11, 2007.[13]

Notes and References

  1. News: Bliss. Karen. T.O.'s McNeil set to release CD. https://archive.today/20150115014136/http://jam.canoe.ca/Music/Lowdown/2006/09/20/pf-1868056.html. usurped. January 15, 2015. 9 January 2015. Jam!. CANOE. September 20, 2006.
  2. Web site: Suzie McNeil song aims to boost Canadian Olympians. CBC News. Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. 15 December 2014. 18 September 2007.
  3. News: Stevenson. Jane. McNeil excited for Grey Cup gig. https://archive.today/20141215041937/http://jam.canoe.ca/Music/Artists/M/McNeil_Suzie/2008/11/20/7470911-sun.html. usurped. December 15, 2014. 15 December 2014. Canoe.ca. Sun Media. 20 November 2008.
  4. Web site: Bell invites all of Canada to Believe. CNW Group. 9 January 2015. September 17, 2007.
  5. Web site: Broken & Beautiful – Suzie McNeil. Chisling. Matthew. AllMusic. January 9, 2015.
  6. Web site: [{{Allmusic|class=album|id=rock-n-roller-mw0001464352|pure_url=yes}} Rock N' Roller – Suzie McNeil]. Chisling. Matthew. AllMusic. January 9, 2015.
  7. Web site: Amazon.com: Believe (In the Style of Suzie McNeil (From Biggest Loser)) [Karaoke Version]

    MP3 Downloads]

    . Amazon . 9 January 2015.
  8. Web site: Suzie McNeil – Bio. MPI Web. 9 January 2015. https://web.archive.org/web/20150925091120/http://www.mpiweb.org/rendezvousIMEX/_pdfs/Suzie-McNeil-BIO.pdf. 25 September 2015. dead.
  9. News: Suzie McNeil song aims to boost Canadian Olympians. 9 January 2015. CBC News. Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. September 18, 2007.
  10. Broken & Beautiful. Suzie McNeil. 2007. Compact disc liner notes. Curve Records. B000O77SEK.
  11. Rock-n-Roller. Suzie McNeil. 2008. Compact disc liner notes. Universal Music Canada. B0026FYLFW.
  12. News: Bell celebrates culture through partnership with Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad. 9 January 2015. Backbone Magazine. CNW Group. February 13, 2008. https://web.archive.org/web/20150214100226/http://www.backbonemag.com/Press_Release/Items/press_release_02130801.asp. 14 February 2015. dead.
  13. Web site: Canada Singles Top 100 (August 11, 2007). aCharts.us / Billboard. 5 January 2015.
  14. News: CAB Announces 2008 Canadian Radio Music Awards Nominations. 15 December 2014. Broadcaster. 19 December 2007. https://web.archive.org/web/20141215055839/http://www.broadcastermagazine.com/news/cab-announces-2008-canadian-radio-music-awards-nominations/1000073742/?&er=NA. 15 December 2014. dead.

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