: It is the best-selling digital track originally released in the 20th century, with over seven million downloads.
: Unlike most pop-rock hits, the iconic chorus does not appear until the final 50 seconds of the track.
: The song experienced major surges in popularity after featuring in the final scene of The Sopranos (2007) and the pilot of Glee (2009). Journey - Don't Stop Believin' (Audio)
Journey’s "Don't Stop Believin'" (1981) is recognized as the "biggest song of all time" by Forbes, holding an 18-times platinum certification in the U.S..
: Despite the famous lyric, there is no geographical area known as "South Detroit" in Michigan; Steve Perry chose the phrase because it fit the song's rhythm and phonetic flow better than "North" or "East" Detroit. : It is the best-selling digital track originally
: It is a staple at sporting events, notably played for the Detroit Red Wings and during the 8th inning of San Francisco Giants home games.
: In 2022, it was selected by the Library of Congress for the National Recording Registry due to its cultural and historical significance. Journey’s "Don't Stop Believin'" (1981) is recognized as
: The song tells the story of a "small town girl" and a "city boy" on a "midnight train going anywhere," symbolizing the universal pursuit of dreams.