Originally penned by Jennings himself and released as part of The Highwaymen's 1995 album "The Road Goes on Forever," "I Do Believe" stands as a testament to Jennings' songwriting genius and his ability to challenge conventional beliefs while embracing personal spirituality.
In this stripped-down performance, Jennings' gravelly vocals take center stage, accompanied by the plaintive strumming of guitars. The simplicity of the arrangement allows the song's lyrics to shine, as Jennings muses on life, faith, and the pursuit of meaning.
With lines like "Live life to the fullest, every day that you're here," Jennings implores listeners to embrace the present moment and find solace in their own spiritual journey.
Despite not achieving commercial success, "I Do Believe" has garnered widespread acclaim for its thought-provoking lyrics and Jennings' masterful performance. Waylon himsel thought it as being one of his best:
"I think the best song I've ever written is 'I Do Believe.' It's off of one of the Highwaymen albums. It wasn't a hit, but it's a good song. Most people who have heard it feel the same way. It's about what a lot of people in this world are turning to now in the name of religion. But I think spirituality is where it's at. It's how you feel yourself. It's how I felt and the way I still feel about things." - Waylon Jennings
So check out his live performance of "I Do Believe"! The American Beat approves.
