Worklife with Adam Grant cover image

John Legend on the creative process and "mumbling" his way to a hit

Worklife with Adam Grant

00:00

The Journey of 'Ordinary People'

This chapter explores the creative process behind the hit song 'Ordinary People,' originally meant for another artist. It emphasizes the importance of melody, improvisation, and the balance between personal experiences and universal themes in songwriting.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app