Teddy Swims has surprised Taylor Swift skeptics with a live acoustic cover of “Cruel Summer.” The stripped-down version revealed the depth of Taylor’s lyrics, leaving listeners rethinking their playlists.
In a brilliant BBC Live Lounge session, Teddy’s rework of Taylor’s hit song has fans who typically don’t listen to her music reconsidering their preferences. Watch his cover below:
What’s better than a scheduled live performance by an incredible singer in an intimate venue? Many Teddy Swims fans would say an impromptu performance, as evidenced a few weeks ago when Teddy unexpectedly performed at O’Regans, a Dublin pub. The surprise singalong took place before Teddy’s second gig at the 3Olympia, with many fans present to enjoy the performance.
The video of Teddy’s surprise rendition, which has amassed over a million views in a month, shows him standing by the piano in a packed pub, with everyone eagerly filming the event. As the pianist plays upbeat blues chords, Teddy’s passionate, husky voice fills the room with his hit song ‘The Door.’
Teddy also performed ‘Lose Control,’ another bluesy track from his debut album ‘I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy.’ Since the video was uploaded, fans have praised Teddy’s performance and his down-to-earth nature, appreciating the rare, spontaneous experience he provided. O’Regans’ host Alex expressed his pleasure at witnessing the singer’s performance.
Teddy is known for his exceptional live performances. One standout example is his live rendition of ‘Lose Control,’ professionally filmed and uploaded to YouTube in 2023. Dressed smartly in a trench coat, shirt, and tie, Teddy showcased his incredible vocal control.
These performances leave no doubt that Teddy Swims is one of the most remarkable singers and songwriters in the music scene today. His powerful, bluesy vocals are reminiscent of male soul singers from the 1960s and 1970s, combined with his unique style, making him a distinctive artist. “It would be a federal CRIME if he kept this iconic voice to himself!” commented one viewer on Teddy’s live performance of ‘Lose Control’ – and we couldn’t agree more!