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Craig David Opens Up About His Painful Rise, Fall & Redemption

Apr 18, 2022

Craig David, a British singer-songwriter and DJ with over two decades in the music industry, opens up about his challenging career journey. He discusses the emotional toll of early fame and personal struggles, including body image and family influences on his music. Craig reflects on his rise, fall, and reinvention through his TS5 project, highlighting the balance between artistic integrity and industry pressures. His candid insights into the nightlife scene and reconnecting with his musical roots reveal a powerful transformation in his artistry.

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Craig David

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Episode notes

Intro

5min

Journey of Self-Discovery: Body Image and Acceptance

5min

Reflections on Family and Music

25min

Nourishing Choices and Early Musical Influences

2min

From Clubs to Stardom: A DJ's Journey

24min

Navigating the Ups and Downs of Musical Authenticity

4min

Reconnecting with Roots Amidst Temptation

3min

The Evolution of TS5: A Musical Journey

27min

Craig David is a singer and DJ who has sold over 15 million records worldwide. With over 20 years in the music industry, he is one of the world’s best-known singers. But when he found his career falling away beneath him, Craig had to reinvent himself. Coming back with the incredibly popular TS5, Craig has risen to the top, fallen back and then rebuilt himself back to exactly where he left off.

Nothing reveals the truth about yourself more than having it all and (most of it) being taken away. Craig had to dig deep and express what was true to himself, but first he had to find out what that meant.

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