Think about standing in a room with a 12-piece band while the loudest soul singer in the world takes the stage. On November 8, 2025, that is exactly what happened at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Teddy Swims joined the Tedeschi Trucks Band to close the big show. They performed the classic song “Feelin’ Alright” to honor the legend Joe Cocker.
This performance was special because it felt like a giant party on stage. Teddy Swims has a voice that sounds like gravel and silk at once. He used that grit to match the energy of the brass instruments and the slide guitars. The band played a mix of blues and rock that had everyone in the crowd standing and “feeling alright.”
Teddy Swims & Tedeschi Trucks Band Honor Joe Cocker with “Feelin’ Alright”
People who watched the show could not believe their ears. One viewer said that the performance just made history come back to life. Another fan mentioned that Teddy was the only person who could truly handle a Joe Cocker song. The energy was so high that people are calling this the best moment of the entire 2026 Hulu stream.
The loud cheers for the music were just the beginning of the story. Before he stepped into the lights, Teddy Swims shared a very personal secret about his hero. He did not just want to sing the songs. He wanted to show everyone how much he loves the man who started it all. This was a big moment for a kid who started on YouTube.
Teddy Swims on the Honor of Taking Part in Joe Cocker’s Rock Hall Induction
In a short video from the red carpet, Teddy joked that he hopes people call him “the fat Joe Cocker” one day. This was a sweet way to show respect to his idol. He feels a deep connection to Joe because they both became famous by singing other people’s songs with heart.
Teddy Swims is an artist who wears his heart on his sleeve and his history on his skin. He proves that soul music is not about how you look but how much you feel. Follow Teddy Swims on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to see his next big move.