Road Outside Columbus
O.A.R. · In Between Now & Then [2003]
Feels like I drove along for years.
This Midwest way of ease it surrounds us.
I can't deny the rhythm here.
And as I pull away from Riverside beside me.
That High Street never looked so good.
I miss my lady even though she often writes me.
She tells me tales of my neighborhood.
Surprise, surprise, I traveled here.
Four hundred miles from where I'm known.
My friends are here.
A couple years I've spent, I found I have a second home.
As I'm blazing down my trail to education.
There's no bliss in ignorance for me.
I stop and stare, a breath of air might slow me down some.
But that's just fine with me.
Surprise, surprise, I traveled here.
Four hundred miles from where I'm known.
My friends are here.
A couple years I've spent, I found I have a second home.
I never traveled far.
Two hundred miles to go.
That boulevard will take me home.
Surprise, surprise, I traveled here.
Four hundred miles from where I'm known.
My friends are here.
A couple years I've spent, I found I have a second home.
Surprise, surprise, I traveled here.
Four hundred miles from where I'm known.
My friends are here.
A couple years I've spent, I found I have a second home.
Road Outside Columbus
Road Outside Columbus stands as a defining track from O.A.R.'s 2003 album, In Between Now & Then. The song captures the band's signature blend of rock and folk influences, reflecting the introspective themes that characterized their mid-2000s output. Emerging during a period of significant growth for the Virginia-based group, the recording showcases their ability to craft relatable narratives about life's transitions and personal journeys. This era solidified their reputation for delivering emotionally resonant music that resonated with a wide audience. As part of a discography that includes later works like King and Stories of a Stranger, the track remains a testament to the band's consistent songwriting and melodic sensibilities. It serves as an enduring example of their capacity to connect with listeners through authentic storytelling and polished instrumentation.