The Other Side Of Town
Steve Earle · El Corazon [1997]
And I'm feeling all alone
There's a place that I go to
That no one knows
Where no matter what I do
Won't nobody put me down
That's why I'm going to
The other side of town
Chorus:
On the other side of town
Where the sun don't ever shine
Everybody walks around
With a shadow cross their minds
When that midnight train rolls by
And they hear that lonesome sound
They just hang their heads and cry
On the other side of town
Well it isn't very far
And it's not that hard to find
You just follow all the other lonely souls
Take a walk down lonesome lane
'Til you see the dead end sign
And your broken heart will tell you where to go
To the other side of town
Where the sun don't ever shine
Everybody walks around
With a shadow cross their minds
When that midnight train rolls by
And they hear that lonesome sound
They just hang their heads and cry
On the other side of town
So if you've find someone
Who won't ever let you down
Hurry home before the sun goes down
No matter what you do
Don't let night fall like a shroud
And catch you on the other side of town
Chorus
The Other Side Of Town
Steve Earle's "The Other Side Of Town" stands as a defining track from his 1997 album *El Corazon*, embodying the raw, narrative-driven storytelling that characterizes his career. Recorded with a gritty, acoustic-driven sound typical of the alt-country and folk revival movement of the mid-90s, the song reflects Earle's signature focus on working-class struggles and social commentary. Released during a period when his discography increasingly blended traditional country instrumentation with punk energy, the recording captures the tension between rural roots and urban decay. As part of a catalog known for its political edge and lyrical depth, this track remains a staple of his live performances and has been featured in various definitive collections, cementing its place in the broader landscape of American roots music.