Gavin DeGraw – I Don’t Want to Be
Gavin DeGraw – I Don’t Want to Be (2003)
Directed by: Marc Webb
I Don’t Want to Be is a soulful pop-rock track by American singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw, released on July 22, 2003, as part of his debut album, *Chariot*. The song explores themes of self-identity and authenticity, resonating with listeners seeking to embrace their true selves. The official music video, directed by Marc Webb, features DeGraw performing with his band in a high school gymnasium, interspersed with scenes of students expressing individuality. The track gained significant exposure as the theme song for the television series *One Tree Hill*, contributing to its commercial success. It peaked at number 10 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and charted internationally, reaching number 9 in the Netherlands and number 32 in the UK.
