It took just one night for Teddy Swims’ life to change. He uploaded a cover of “Rock With You” on June 25, 2019. The very next morning, it already had 10,000 views. This kicked off a wild ride. Raised in a football family, Teddy actually found his passion in musical theatre, which surprised his mom.
His mom was not happy about his theatre passion at first. But she changed her mind when she saw him on stage and became his biggest supporter. Sticking to his passion paid off. Just six months after that first viral video, he signed with Warner Records. Teddy also thanks TikTok for helping him grow. He said it was “democratising the industry,” letting fans, not just labels, pick the stars.
Teddy Swims – Rock with You (Michael Jackson Cover)
Fans reacted fast to his “Rock With You” cover. People were amazed, with one comment asking, “Why is this almost better than the original?” His theatre background makes sense to fans, who see it in his stage presence. He was right about TikTok, as fans constantly share his song clips, proving a sound can go viral all by itself.
That fast journey from YouTube covers to global fame gives Teddy a unique view. He is not afraid of change. Now, he is sharing his thoughts on artificial intelligence in music. At a recent talk, he and his manager, Luke Conway, explained how AI can be very helpful for creativity instead of just being a threat.
Teddy Swims – Lose Control (Live)
Teddy made it clear, “It doesn’t have to take your job from you.” He sees AI as a tool to help, not replace human feeling. He and Luke are even exploring platforms like Suno. But they are also fighting for artists. They say creators must be paid fairly if AI uses their work to make new songs.
Teddy’s success is built on a simple idea: how you make people feel is what matters. He proves that a human touch is still the most important part of music. Even after his long climb to number one, he stays grounded. Follow Teddy Swims on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. He reminds us that AI can help, but it cannot feel.