Sidewalks
One Tree Hill · One Tree Hill [2005]
The water soaks into rocks,
That fell at the bottom of the road. (At the end the town)
The town that we lived in.
The memories shakin apart from the weeds that grow.
Over the sidewalks,
Running away from the streets we knew,
Sidewalks,
Like the time we thought was made for you.
Or
Out on the front porch,
watching the cars as they go by,
Eighteen blue, twenty one grey,
Looking ahead for the first time that we could drive,
Out on our own,
To speed away
From the sidewalks,
Running away from the streets we knew,
Sidewalks,
Like the time we thought was made for you.
Or
All of days that past us by,
All of the sun is gone...
Away
Sidewalks,
Running away from the streets we knew,
Sidewalks,
Running away from the streets we knew,
Sidewalks,
Like the time we thought was made for you.
(Sidewalks)
The bridges are crumpled,
(Sidewalks)
The water soaks into rocks,
That fell at the bottom of the road.
Sidewalks
Sidewalks is a standout track from the 2005 compilation album One Tree Hill, a collection that defined the musical identity of the popular television series. The song captures the show's signature blend of emotional pop and rock, serving as a sonic anchor for the drama unfolding on screen. As part of a curated soundtrack featuring artists like Gavin DeGraw and The Wreckers, the recording exemplifies the era's preference for anthemic choruses and relatable themes. The album itself became a cultural touchstone, introducing listeners to a diverse range of contemporary artists through the lens of the series. Sidewalks remains a memorable piece within this body of work, reflecting the production values and emotional resonance that made the soundtrack a commercial success. Its inclusion alongside other hits highlights the cohesive musical direction that supported the show's narrative arc during its early seasons.