Originally released in Australia, in 2004, as a single, “I Don’t Want to Be,” did not make its actual debut into the United States until 2005. The artist, Gavin DeGraw, explains to listeners that he only wants to be himself and being someone else does not give him a peace of mind. The pop rock song became a sensational hit when the single was introduced as the theme song for “One Tree Hill.” Since the single has gone platinum and been on dozens of billboards in different countries, including the U.S., a plethora of artists have reinterpreted the song in various ways. The artists can include: Kate Voegele and Matthew Ryan. The two versions can give an approach on the very different emotions felt by the two songs. Kate Voegele’s version of
