"A Thousand Miles" is a pop song by Vanessa Carlton, released in 2002. The song features a memorable piano melody and explores themes of longing and distance. It became a commercial success, reaching the top five on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and receiving critical acclaim for its emotional depth. The lyrics express a desire to be close to someone special, despite physical separation. Carlton's heartfelt delivery and the song's catchy chorus contributed to its popularity, making it a defining track of the early 2000s. It remains a staple in pop music and is often featured in various media.