[Verse] In the Cottonwood Countdown, the sun's settin' low, Jack's got his boots on, ready to go. Hugh's got a bottle, keeps him on track, Matt's in the corner with a worn-out pack. [Verse 2] Edison's smilin', strummin' his strings, Alfie's been jokin' 'bout impossible things. Round after round, we run through the night, Under the cottonwood, hearts burnin' bright. [Chorus] It’s a backyard battle, in the cool evening air, Feet hit the gravel, full of love and wear. One more lap, through the night's embrace, In the Cottonwood Countdown, we find our place. [Verse 3] Jack's got a story 'bout a long-lost town, He's tellin' it slowly as the sun goes down. Hugh's still steady, eyes on the course, Matt's findin' rhythms, a runner’s force. [Verse 4] Edison's hummin' a sweet lullaby, While Alfie’s laughin’, reachin’ for the sky. Each of us pushin', through pain and pride, Side by side, on this endless ride. [Chorus] It’s a backyard battle, in the cool evening air, Feet hit the gravel, full of love and wear. One more lap, through the night's embrace, In the Cottonwood Countdown, we find our place.