“So step out from the shadows,
The place where you’re alone
Wage another battle, throw another stone
Find another reason, to keep your hope alive
Cause if you stop believing then the dream will surely die
Yeah if you stop believing the dream will surely die.”

It’s safe to say we live in odd times. The economy is in shambles. The bourgeoisie class of tech bros and certain politicians seems dedicated to making life more difficult for all of us peasants. Sometimes, even the little things feel like they’re not going our way.

Through it all, the promise of a brighter day can illuminate the darkest corners of our minds. That’s where Craig Greenberg, New York City’s troubadour piano man, comes in.

Greenberg — who, you may have heard, is set to join us in New Orleans next week — offers hope with “If You Stop Believing,” an exuberant, piano-driven anthem that inspires us to keep the faith, even when the world has dealt a hand we don’t feel equipped to play.

Life is a complicated journey, and there is comfort in knowing we’re not alone. On “If You Stop Believing,” Greenberg walks alongside us, offering the perspective that every situation we encounter — whether good, bad, or bowling-shoe-ugly — has something to teach us, and holds the keys toward where we’re going next.

“If You Stop” believing was co-produced by Greenberg and Wayne Silver, who also mixed and engineered the track. Mastering was performed by Alex Psaroudakis. Greenberg performs most of the instruments — piano, vocals, guitar, and percussion — and received contributions from Hiroyuki Matsuura on drums and Tony Tino on bass.

We’ve shared the Bandcamp embed below, because it gives you the chance to buy the track after you try the track. Dig in — and be sure to keep the faith!