This track doesn’t come in swinging for excess or volume-for-the-sake-of-it. Instead, it locks into momentum. From the jump, “You Better Believe” runs on tight rhythm, sharp guitar lines, and a sense of lift that feels earned rather than forced. It’s hard rock that remembers structure still matters, but it’s polished just enough to sit comfortably in today’s alternative space.
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The song plays in snapshots. Lines jump between sensory overload, late-night scenes, internet noise, and moments of connection that cut through the fog. There’s a messy, almost stream-of-consciousness energy to it, but it never loses the thread. The repeated pull of “wild eyes, you better believe” works like a rallying point, part attraction, part statement of intent. It’s less about explaining the world and more about claiming your place inside it.
What really sells the track is restraint. The hook hits because it doesn’t overstay its welcome. The guitars stay lean, the rhythm section keeps things moving forward, and when the solo arrives, it feels like a release instead of a flex. That balance, between urgency and control, is the core of Criminal Hero’s approach, and it lands hard here.
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Mastered by Grammy-nominated engineer Tom Porcell, the final mix keeps everything punchy without sanding off the edge. You can tell this track was built to open doors, not overwhelm listeners. It’s a statement piece that says: this is the lane, and we’re staying in it.
“You Better Believe” does exactly what it should. It introduces Criminal Hero’s priorities, rhythm over noise, hooks over heaviness, and songs that move instead of linger. With a full album already completed and set to roll out through steady singles, this first release feels less like a trial run and more like the start of a long, intentional rollout.
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