Imagine selling out huge stadiums around the world. But Teddy Swims says he owes all that success to a small country. He says New Zealand fans were the first to really care about his music. They asked him to sing a song by a local band to show their support. This amazing request gave him a major boost.
Teddy Swims feels a very deep bond with the people there. This special feeling is why he calls New Zealand his second home. He did the famous SIX60 cover, and that song made him a star. Even with all his fame, he still loves playing little shows in small towns.
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The fans love him very much because he is so humble. One person said, “He is so humble with the girls.” Another viewer wrote, “New Zealand loves you as well.” They feel connected to him because he is honest about his feelings. They wish to be part of his shows in Australia or New Zealand soon.
Teddy Swims does not just say he loves New Zealand; he shows it by coming back often. He is happy to speak about the one song that made him famous there. That song was his viral cover of “Rivers,” originally by the popular band SIX60. This was the turning point that started his whole world tour journey after his video was posted.
Rivers – Teddy Swims & Matiu Walters (Six60) Live (Auckland, New Zealand)
Teddy’s soulful version of “Rivers” quickly exploded online in 2019. It proved that Kiwi fans were truly supporting him when nobody else was listening. That cover now has a whopping 6.6 million views on YouTube. He brought his own powerful soul/pop/rock style to the track. This cover was a gift of thanks and showed great respect for the local New Zealand music scene.
Teddy Swims has a very powerful voice that tells honest stories about life. He shares his whole emotional journey with everyone who listens to his songs. He is a true artist who makes real feelings into music for us. Follow Teddy Swims on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.