Below is a draft analysis for a paper focused on the significance of "Don't Stop Believin'" within the context of Glee 's second season and its overall narrative structure.
I. Introduction
: Discuss how Journey's 1981 hit became synonymous with the Glee franchise.
: While "Don't Stop Believin'" was not the title of S2E13, the themes of persistence and "believin'" are central to the episode " Comeback " , which focuses on the club's struggle to maintain relevance and morale amidst social shifts. II. Contextualizing Season 2, Episode 13: " Comeback "
: Note that while the titular song doesn't appear, the episode features covers of Justin Bieber's "Baby" and "Somebody to Love," as well as "Take Me or Leave Me". III. The Legacy of the Song in Glee
: In this episode, Sam Evans starts a tribute band (The Justin Bieber Experience) to win over Quinn, while Rachel attempts a social "comeback" with Brittany's help.