Lights On with Carl Lentz

Chandler Moore Opens Up: The Hard Truths Behind The Curtain, Success, & more

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Jan 8, 2025
Chandler Moore, a Grammy-winning songwriter known for his work with Maverick City Music, shares his journey through fame and creativity. He opens up about the transformative impact of winning a Grammy and the personal challenges that accompany fame. Chandler discusses the fine balance between influence and pain in songwriting, emphasizing that comparison stifles creativity. With anecdotes on emotional support and the interplay between music and faith, he inspires listeners to embrace their authentic selves in pursuit of their dreams.
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INSIGHT

Grammys and Growing Pains

  • Chandler Moore discusses the complexities of achieving success, particularly after winning multiple Grammys.
  • He reveals that these awards coincided with personal challenges, highlighting the link between influence and pain.
ANECDOTE

Preacher's Tunnel Vision

  • Carl Lentz shares a humorous anecdote about being so preoccupied with an upcoming sermon.
  • He accidentally took his children to the inappropriate movie Inglourious Basterds.
ADVICE

Authentic Songwriting

  • To write authentic songs, experience life's hardships to gain perspective.
  • One cannot write convincingly about overcoming challenges without having faced them.
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