Panic! at the Disco – Victorious
Panic! at the Disco – Victorious (2015)
Directed by: Brandon Dermer
Victorious is a high-energy pop rock track by American band Panic! at the Disco, released on September 29, 2015, as the second single from their fifth studio album, *Death of a Bachelor*. The song was co-written by Brendon Urie, Mike Viola, White Sea, Jake Sinclair, Alexander DeLeon, Rivers Cuomo, and CJ Baran. The accompanying music video, directed by Brandon Dermer, premiered on November 13, 2015. It features lead vocalist Brendon Urie triumphing in various exaggerated scenarios, including a boxing match and helping an elderly lady across the street, symbolizing personal victories in everyday situations. Upon release, “Victorious” received positive reviews for its anthemic chorus and energetic production, charting at number 89 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 7 on the Hot Rock & Alternative Songs chart.