The song "Believe" by Jennifer Hudson tells a heartfelt story about a young man's friendship with an old man named Wrigley. Wrigley lived in a white house down the street where the young man grew up. The young man's mother used to send him over to Wrigley's house with things, and they eventually struck up a friendship. Wrigley, a war veteran who had lost his wife and child, becomes a source of wisdom and inspiration for the young man. On one occasion, the young man asks Wrigley how he manages to stay sane and not go crazy. Wrigley responds by saying that he believes he will see his son and wife again in the afterlife. This brings comfort to the young man and makes him reflect on the deeper meaning of life. Years later, when the young man is in college, he receives a phone call from his mother informing him that Wrigley has passed away. This news brings back memories of the summers spent with Wrigley and the lessons he taught. The young man realizes that if anyone deserved to go to the "other side," it was Wrigley. Reflecting on Wrigley's belief of seeing his loved ones again and finding more truth in the words written in red (referring to the Bible), the young man becomes increasingly convinced that there is more to life than what meets the eye. He can't recall specific Bible verses, but he firmly believes that life doesn't end with death. The song concludes with the young man affirming his belief and asking if the listener also believes. "I still believe" is a phrase repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the hope and faith that remains despite the uncertainties of life. Overall, "Believe" conveys a message of finding meaning, comfort, and faith in the face of loss and adversity. It encourages listeners to look beyond the physical world and embrace the possibility of something greater.
