Square One

Tom Petty

About Square One

"Square One" is a song by American musician Tom Petty and is the second track on his 2006 album, Highway Companion. The song was originally released in September 2005 as part of the soundtrack for the film Elizabethtown. In December 2005, it was nominated for Grammy Award for Best Song Written for a Motion Picture, Television or Other Visual Media in the Grammy Awards of 2006.


Year:
2006
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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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Tom Petty

Thomas Earl "Tom" Petty (born October 20, 1950) was an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He was the frontman of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and was a founding member of the late 1980s supergroup Traveling Wilburys and Mudcrutch. He had also performed under the pseudonyms of Charlie T. Wilbury, Jr. and Muddy Wilbury. more »

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Written by: Thomas Earl Petty

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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.
Collaborative Effort
Though the song is released under Tom Petty's name, the famous Heartbreakers, his backing band, played on the album and specifically 'Square One'.
Songwriting
Unlike 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.
Album Theme
The 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.
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.
Popularity
The album peaked at number 4 on the Billboard 200 chart, hinting at the popularity of its songs, including "Square One".
Critical Acclaim
Critics have noted Petty's lyrical prowess in "Square One", often pointing to the song as a standout track on the album.
Celebrity Connection
Stevie Nicks, a longtime friend and collaborator with Tom Petty, has publicly stated that "Square One" is her favorite song by him.
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.
Legacy
After 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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