Teddy Swims

Teddy Swims: How I Manifested My Record Deal in 6 Months!

“It’s about not putting your entire being into someone fixing you— and I’ve been on both sides of that coin— and unfairly making someone in charge of my happiness or me being that for them."

Today, we welcome the incredibly soulful Teddy Swims, an artist from Atlanta who pours his heart into every note he sings. His debut album, “I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1),” is not just a collection of songs, but a journey of self-discovery and emotional healing. Teddy opens up about his personal battles, the bumpy road to stardom, and how music has been his greatest ally. Join us as Teddy shares his transformative rise from local talent to chart-topping success and the profound life lessons he’s picked up on this incredible journey.

Listen to his debut album I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1) out now! Including the hit single, “Lose Control,” which just reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

“There’s a deep-seated fear within me when it comes to considering therapy. Maybe it’s because I’m afraid of getting answers to questions I didn’t even want.” @teddyswims

And now let’s jump into episode 1611 of The School of Greatness!

“I’m an awful trauma-dumper and love-bomber. I try to not even go out anymore because I know I’m gonna be out at 3:00am just dumping my entire life story on some stranger, over-promising.” @teddyswims

Some Questions I Ask:

What was the biggest lesson your father has taught you about life, music and love?
How old were you when you dropped out of school?
How did you survive for ten years until you “made it” in the industry?
During the last decade as you’ve been developing yourself, what was the most challenging time?
How did you stay inspired and in belief that something was going to come from your music career for the 6 or 7 years when you were still working at restaurants and nothing had happened yet at that point?
Did you rehearse a lot with your voice growing up?
Were you ever made fun of growing up for singing all the time?
What made you want to create a stage name and did you ever have any insecurities with your real name versus your stage name?
What was the thing you used to hate about yourself the most and when did you start to love yourself in a full, authentic way?
When did you start being happier and loving yourself?
What do you say to people who are currently suffering on how they can shift their mindset to be truly happy?
For any artist or creative with a dream who hasn’t made it yet, what would you tell them about success, money and fame that you know now that you didn’t know when you started?
How do you manage your ego as you continue to grow?
Have you tried therapy?
Why did you want to title your album ‘I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy’ when you have yet to go?
What do you think is the thing you’re afraid to discuss the most?
Why did you decide to dedicate your cover of ‘You’re Still the One’ to your mom?
Have you always had a good relationship with your mom growing up?
What lyrics or phrase in a song do you feel like you’ve sung the most to yourself throughout your life?
If you could go a year into the future and look back and give yourself a gift for everything you’re about to experience, what would that gift be?

In this episode, you will learn:

The importance of self-forgiveness and healing in personal growth.
How music can serve as a profound medium for dealing with personal challenges.
The realities of pursuing a career in music and the resilience required to succeed.
How to stay inspired and keep believing in your dreams during tough times.
Strategies for managing ego and maintaining authenticity in the face of fame.
Plus much more…

Show Notes:

Listen to his debut album I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1) out now! Including the hit single, “Lose Control,” which just reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.

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Music Credits:

MUSIC CREDIT

Kaibu by Killercats

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Teddy Swims

Teddy Swims: How I Manifested My Record Deal in 6 Months!

“It’s about not putting your entire being into someone fixing you— and I’ve been on both sides of that coin— and unfairly making someone in charge of my happiness or me being that for them."

“There’s a deep-seated fear within me when it comes to considering therapy. Maybe it’s because I’m afraid of getting answers to questions I didn’t even want.” @teddyswims