Modern Wisdom #1051 - HARDY - The Personal Pain of Country Music
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Jan 26, 2026 
HARDY, a Mississippi-born singer-songwriter and producer who pens hits for Nashville stars and himself. He talks about the craft of songwriting, the tension between writing for others and performing his own work. He shares the story of a near-fatal tour bus crash, recovery, and how vulnerability and mental health shape his music.
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Be A Good Person First
- Be nice first and work hard second; being pleasant opens doors as much as talent does.
- Prioritize being someone people want in the room to build long-term career momentum.
Balance Touring With Songwriting
- Touring often pays more than songwriting, which reduces pressure to monetize every song.
- Maintaining both roles (songwriter and artist) works when you manage time and avoid forcing creativity.
Nashville's Songwriting Machine
- Nashville operates like a songwriting factory with hundreds of rooms simultaneously chasing the next hit.
- The city's density of storytellers creates a unique engine for country music success.