Thirty Minute Mentors Episode 24: OneRepublic Lead Singer Ryan Tedder
Jun 22, 2020
Ryan Tedder, the three-time Grammy-winning lead singer of OneRepublic and founder of Mad Tasty, dives into the art of creativity and resilience. He shares his journey of overcoming rejection and learning from failures, emphasizing the importance of a structured routine for balancing family and work. Ryan discusses the vulnerability of writing for his band compared to other artists, and how intense rehearsal prepares him for high-pressure performances. Tune in to discover his strategies for maximizing productivity and navigating the competitive music industry!
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Different Modes Of Songwriting
- Writing for yourself requires vulnerability and a narrower personal lens than writing for others.
- Writing for others is freer creatively but more frustrating due to lack of control over the release process.
Outwork Talent With Relentless Practice
- Put passion plus huge time commitment behind a skill to outwork peers and improve dramatically.
- Treat talent as a starting point and invest hours and sacrifice to become exceptional.
Childhood Practice Built His Voice
- Ryan describes obsessively practicing singing and other crafts from childhood, often for hours on end.
- He credits early, focused repetition for building his skill, vocal agility, and work ethic.