Teddy Swims' Journey: YouTube Star to Wembley Arena Headliner with Billions of Streams

Teddy Swims, the Grammy-nominated artist, has experienced a meteoric rise to fame, achieving remarkable milestones in his career. His cover of Shania Twain's "You're Still the One" on YouTube, released in 2019, garnered over 210 million views, marking his entry into the music scene. His debut album, 'I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 1),' released on September 15, 2023, charted in the top 20, while its follow-up, 'Part 2,' released on January 24, 2025, reached the top five in the U.K. Swims has also performed two sold-out shows at Wembley Arena in March 2025, demonstrating his widespread appeal and expanding fanbase. His hit single "Lose Control," released on June 23, 2023, became a global sensation, topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart in March 2024 and accumulating over 2.2 billion streams worldwide. The song's success solidified his position in mainstream music, earning him recognition as one of the top artists to watch. Swims' journey from YouTube covers to sold-out arena shows and billions of streams exemplifies his talent, hard work, and connection with audiences worldwide.