This Side

Nickel Creek

About This Side

"This Side" was the first single by the progressive bluegrass band Nickel Creek from their second album, This Side. Sean Watkins takes vocal duties for "This Side". The song was written by Sean Watkins. It is one of three songs recorded by Nickel Creek that were written single-handedly by Sean, the other two being "Somebody More Like You" on Why Should the Fire Die?, and "Speak". The single peaked at #56 on the U. S. Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart.


Year:
2002
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One day you'll see her and you'll know what I mean
Take her or leave her she will still be the same
She'll not try to buy you with her time
But nothing's the same, as you will see when she's gone

It's foreign on this side
And I'll not leave my home again
There's no place to hide
And I'm nothing but scared

You dream of colors that have never been made
You imagine songs that have never been played
(They will try)
They will try to buy you and your mind
Only the curious have something to find

It's foreign on this side
And the truth is a bitter friend
But reasons few have I to go back again

Your first dawn blinded you, left you cursing the day
Entrance is crucial and it's not without pain
(There's no path) There's no path to follow, once you're here
You'll climb up the slide and then you'll slide down the stairs

It's foreign on this side
But it feels like I'm home again
There's no place to hide
But I don't think I'm scared
(There's no place to hide)
(There's no place to hide) But I don't think I'm scared
(There's no place to hide) But I don't think I'm scared

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Nickel Creek

Nickel Creek (formerly known as The Nickel Creek Band) is an American progressive acoustic music trio consisting of Chris Thile (mandolin), Sara Watkins (fiddle) and Sean Watkins (guitar). The band was founded in 1989 and released six albums between 1993 and 2006, winning a 2003 Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album. In 2014, Nickel Creek reunited to release a new album entitled "A Dotted Line," followed by a tour throughout the United States. more »

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Written by: SEAN WATKINS

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13 facts about this song

Album Release
"This Side" is the title track from Nickel Creek's second studio album that was released in 2002.
Genre
Nickel Creek is primarily known for their progression in the bluegrass music genre, merging it with elements of pop and indie rock. "This Side" is a good example of this genre blending.
Band Members
The core trio who performed "This Side" includes Chris Thile on mandolin, Sara Watkins on fiddle and Sean Watkins on guitar.
Awards
The album “This Side” won a Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Folk Album in 2003.
Composer
Chris Thile, the band's mandolinist, wrote "This Side."
Musical Style
"This Side" showcases the band's virtuosic instrument playing capabilities, along with their tight three-part harmonies.
Song Inspiration
Some fans and music critics have interpreted "This Side" as a song about breaking out of conventional norms and embracing a new perspective.
Album Success
Along with the critical success, the album "This Side" was also commercially successful, going gold in the United States.
Peak Chart Position
The album “This Side” reached number 18 on the US Billboard 200, showing its crossover appeal beyond just folk or bluegrass charts.
Video
The music video for "This Side" showcases the members of Nickel Creek in a variety of innovative and interesting visual scenarios, reflecting the song's lyrical theme of viewing things from a different perspective.
Producer
The album "This Side", which includes the title track, was produced by renowned music producer Alison Krauss.
Performance
"This Side" is often performed live by Nickel Creek in their concerts, and it's among the favorites for many fans.
Critical Acclaim
Critics have praised "This Side" for its sophisticated lyrics and the highly skilled instrumental performances of Nickel Creek.

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