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The O.C. season 2 episode 2 soundtrack

The Way We Were, 5 songs

Now that Ryan and Seth have returned to Newport, its time to get back to school. The boys reunite with their former girlfriends but it becomes apparent that things will not be going back to the way they were. Caleb's legal troubles catch up with him, and Hailey has bad news for Jimmy.

  • Trouble Sleeping — The Perishers
    At the beginning of the episode, Ryan and Seth talk about how much they don't want to go back to school. Plays again at the Kickoff Carnival.
  • Ester — Elefant
    Marissa talking to Summer in the student lounge she tells Summer about DJ.
  • Walnut Tree — Keane
    Ryan and Seth arrive at school
  • To Be Alone With You — Sufjan Stevens
    Ryan and Seth in Seth's bedroom. Seth is upset about Summer and Zach and Ryan advises him to call her and at least try and be friends.
  • The End's Not Near — The New Year
    Ryan and Marissa kiss outside of Marissa's house
Season 2 Episode 1
Season 2 Episode 3

Theme Song

California (Tchad Blake Remix)
Phantom Planet
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