This article may be the starting point for those new to I Prevail, who debuted in 2014 with a style mixing hardcore, metalcore, and post-hardcore sounds. As they are getting ready to kick off a world tour in late November, we’ve picked seven of the band’s most streamed songs on Spotify so that you can get a feel for their style and what they bring to the music scene.
7. ‘Bad Things’
Released in 2022, ‘Bad Things’ from I Prevail’s newest album ‘True Power’ reached number one on the US Billboard Mainstream Rock chart with lyrics about resisting temptation. This song also appeared on the US Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and Hard Rock Digital Sales charts.
6. ‘Come And Get It’
‘Come and Get It,’ from the band’s debut album ‘Lifelines,’ became the fourth single by I Prevail. NXT TakeOver: Orlando and All Elite Wrestling’s All Out chose this track as the theme song in 2017 and 2019, respectively. Vocalist Eric Vanlerberghe commented on the song’s ability to attract different audiences in live performances, noting its energetic and defiant tone during a chat with Louder.
5. ‘Bow Down’
Released in 2019 from the album ‘Trauma,’ ‘Bow Down’ brought I Prevail their first Grammy Award nomination. This song also contributed to the record’s Grammy nomination for Best Rock Album. Taking a critical stance on the music industry’s standards, this was the first song performed by lead vocalist Brian Burkheiser after his vocal cord surgery.
4. ‘Gasoline’
In the 2023 chat with Louder, Eric Vanlerberghe highlighted ‘Gasoline’ from the band’s 2019 album ‘Trauma’ as one of his favorite tracks. According to him, this song is aimed at those wanting to express their frustration and anger. Vanlerberghe described the song as a way for both the band and the audience to release tension during performances, providing a space for emotional release.
3. ‘Hurricane’
The fourth single from ‘Trauma’ was a significant track for I Prevail, being their first to top the US Billboard Mainstream Rock chart. The song also became number ten on the US Billboard Hot Rock & Alternative Songs and number thirteen on the US Billboard Rock Airplay chart, with the theme of depression reflecting on frontman Brian Burkheiser’s own struggles.
2. ‘Scars’
From their debut album ‘Lifelines,’ ‘Scars’ was I Prevail’s first song to receive gold certification in three countries. The song deals with overcoming difficulties and using past experiences as a source of empowerment. It encourages listeners to use their setbacks to challenge expectations and grow stronger.
1. ‘Blank Space’
The group’s debut single, ‘Blank Space,’ quickly became popular after its release in 2014, as their only single on the US Billboard Hot 100 and receiving platinum certification. Being a Taylor Swift cover, the song criticizes the music industry’s focus on image and performance standards. It still remains I Prevail’s best-selling single.
