hoobastank - the reason

"The Reason" is an emotional rock ballad by American band Hoobastank, released in 2003 as the title track of their second album. This powerful song became one of the band's biggest hits, reaching the top of charts worldwide and earning multi-platinum status. Doug Robb's passionate vocals deliver heartfelt lyrics about personal growth, apology, and devotion, with the iconic chorus expressing the desire to be "the reason" someone believes in themselves. The song combines a memorable melody with raw emotion, creating a universal anthem about love, redemption, and personal transformation. Its official music video, featuring the band performing in a warehouse setting, further amplified the song's emotional impact and helped establish "The Reason" as one of the most enduring rock ballads of the early 2000s.