Lewis Capaldi: The Untold Story Of Becoming A Global Superstar At 22 | E178
- Sep 15, 2022
- 1:49:06
- Full Episode
Lewis Capaldi is one of the biggest singers and musicians in the world today whose last album went 4x platinum. His new single is Forget me and it’s out now. Known for his authentic and honest style, Lewis is unlike any poster that’s come before him.
Topics: 0:00 Intro 02:14 Early years 05:44 Hypochondria 15:53 Panic attacks 29:03 Being self deprecating 33:53 Comparing the first album to the new one 36:23 Questioning what I’m doing 46:42 What would you liked to have been at 16? 50:30 How do others get where you are 56:24 Social media marketing 01:04:13 Writing songs 01:09:10 Relationships 01:11:02 Whats the questions you’e never been asked before? 01:17:05 Other people perception of you 01:23:56 Are you confident 01:26:39 Your new music 01:35:42 Future goals 01:42:45 The last guest question
Lewis: https://www.instagram.com/lewiscapaldi/](https://www.instagram.com/lewiscapaldi/
Lewis’ new album: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4GNC7GD6oZMSxPGyXy4MNB?autoplay=true
Listen on: Apple podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-diary-of-a-ceo-by-steven-bartlett/id1291423644 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7iQXmUT7XGuZSzAMjoNWlX
Follow: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steven/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveBartlettSC Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steven-bartlett-56986834/
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Brief Summary
Lewis Capaldi discusses new music, anxiety, and the pressures of fame in a candid conversation about his personal and professional journey.
Key points
- Childhood Trauma and Awareness. Children are more aware of their parents' emotions than we often realize.
- The Reality of Fame. Fame can exacerbate mental health issues, leading to anxiety and panic attacks.
- The Journey of Healing. Taking medication and seeing a therapist can help manage anxiety.
- The Pressure of Success. Success can lead to crippling self-doubt and anxiety, as shared by the artist.
- The Joy of Live Performance. Despite struggles with anxiety, the artist emphasizes the unparalleled thrill of performing live.
- The Reality of Fame. Exploring the pressures of fame and the ease of the actual job of making music.
Episode highlights
- Childhood Trauma and AwarenessChildren are more aware of their parents' emotions than we often realize.“Kids see so much more and are aware of so much more than we actually know.”10:45Sep 15, 2022
- The Reality of FameFame can exacerbate mental health issues, leading to anxiety and panic attacks.“I never had a panic attack until after I was famous.”15:03Sep 15, 2022
- The Journey of HealingTaking medication and seeing a therapist can help manage anxiety.“I started taking my medication for it, I've seen a therapist more regularly.”20:44Sep 15, 2022
- The Pressure of SuccessSuccess can lead to crippling self-doubt and anxiety, as shared by the artist.“The more successful I've become, the lower my confidence has become.”27:17Sep 15, 2022
- The Joy of Live PerformanceDespite struggles with anxiety, the artist emphasizes the unparalleled thrill of performing live.“Playing live was the best bit about music.”38:50Sep 15, 2022
- The Reality of FameExploring the pressures of fame and the ease of the actual job of making music.“This is a piece of piss like this is great.”50:11Sep 15, 2022
- The Shift in Music AuthenticityArtists are now celebrated for being themselves, not just polished pop stars.“People who are themselves like Doja Cat and Lizzo are loved for it.”1:04:16Sep 15, 2022
- The Pressure of FameFame can turn passion into pressure, affecting happiness and creativity.“It takes your passion to me because it kind of turns it into monetization.”1:15:01Sep 15, 2022





