Fly on the Wall with Dana Carvey and David Spade RE-RELEASE - Sheryl Crow
Aug 20, 2025
Sheryl Crow, a nine-time Grammy-winning singer-songwriter known for her hits like 'All I Wanna Do,' brings her charm to the conversation. They dive into the hilarious challenges of navigating fame and personal relationships, with memorable anecdotes about encounters with celebrities. Crow shares insights on the role of backup singers, the pressures of social media, and the evolution of music in today's landscape. The trio also reflects on the transformation of fame and how the industry has changed since her iconic beginnings.
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Early Hustle Led To Big Breaks
- Sheryl Crow recalled performing backup and session work early in her LA career before breaking out as a solo artist.
- She barged into a Michael Jackson rehearsal audition, introduced herself, and won a spot as a backing vocalist on tour.
Party Turned Wild At Her LA Compound
- Sheryl described a massive New Year's Eve party at her LA compound that swelled from invited guests to about 800 people.
- Salman Rushdie unexpectedly attended amid concerns about safety because of threats against him at the time.
Reframe Fame By Prioritizing What Matters
- Sheryl warns that fame can become a pressure that fuels self-criticism and panic rather than joy.
- Reframe perspective: prioritize family and health to make fame feel less consuming and more manageable.