What is harness your hopes?

"Harness Your Hopes" is a song by the American indie rock band Pavement. It was recorded during the sessions for their 1997 album "Brighten the Corners" but was not included on the original release of the album. Instead, it served as a B-side to the single "Spit on a Stranger," which was part of their next album, "Terror Twilight," released in 1999.

The song later gained popularity in the 2010s, largely due to its presence on streaming platforms and social media, becoming somewhat of a cult favorite among Pavement fans. It has an upbeat, catchy melody with Stephen Malkmus's characteristic laid-back vocal delivery and cryptic lyrics.

In 2020, "Harness Your Hopes" experienced a resurgence in popularity on platforms like TikTok, propelling it into mainstream recognition beyond the existing Pavement fanbase. Following its newfound attention, the song has become one of Pavement's most-streamed tracks, introducing their music to a new generation of listeners.

The band's decision to release it as part of the expanded reissue of "Brighten the Corners" called "Brighten the Corners: Nicene Creedence Edition" in 2008 also contributed to its continued appreciation among indie rock enthusiasts.