Square One
Tom Petty
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Had to find some higher ground, Had some fear to get around You can't say what you don't know, Later on won't work no more Last time through I hid my tracks So well, I could not get back Yeah my way was hard to find, Can't sell yourself a piece of mind Square one, my slate is clear Rest your head on me my dear It took a world of trouble, Took a world of tears It took a long time to get back here Tried so hard to stand alone, Struggled to see past my nose Always had more dogs than bones, I could never wear those clothes It's a dark victory, You won and you also lost Told us you were satisfied, But it never came across Square one, my slate is clear Rest your head on me my dear It took a world of trouble, Took a world of tears It took a long time to get back here Square one, my slate is clear Rest your head on me my dear It took a world of trouble, Took a world of tears It took a long time to get back here Square one, my slate is clear Rest your head on me my dear It took a world of trouble, Took a world of tears It took a long time to get back here
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10 facts about this song
Album Information"Square One" is a track from Tom Petty's 2006 album, "Highway Companion". The album is Petty's third solo studio album and was co-produced by former Traveling Wilburys bandmate, Jeff Lynne.
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Collaborative EffortThough the song is released under Tom Petty's name, the famous Heartbreakers, his backing band, played on the album and specifically 'Square One'.
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SongwritingUnlike many of his other songs that explore external relationships and societal observations, "Square One" is more introspective and demonstrates Petty's self-reflection and personal growth.
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Album ThemeThe song, similar to the rest of the album, is characterized by themes of mortality, aging, and a sense of returning to one's roots or personal beginnings.
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Movie Connection"Square One" was featured in the 2005 film "Elizabethtown," directed by Cameron Crowe. It was included on the film's soundtrack before it was subsequently released on the "Highway Companion" album.
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PopularityThe album peaked at number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, hinting at the popularity of its songs, including "Square One".
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Critical AcclaimCritics have noted Petty's lyrical prowess in "Square One", often pointing to the song as a standout track on the album.
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Celebrity ConnectionStevie Nicks, a longtime friend and collaborator with Tom Petty, has publicly stated that "Square One" is her favorite song by him.
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Song's Message"Square One" centers around the theme of renewal and new beginnings represented by the phrase 'square one,' meaning starting over or going back to the beginning.
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LegacyAfter Petty's death in 2017, "Square One" continues to be celebrated by fans as an emotionally resonant example of his songwriting skill, highlighting his depths in creating melodious and reflective compositions.
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