Welcome to Songs You Know, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the songs you love, hosted by legendary hitmaker Toby Gad. Known for unforgettable hits like John Legend’s "All of Me" and Beyoncé’s "If I Were a Boy," Toby invites some of the most talented and influential voices in music to share their stories.
Each week, Toby sits down with incredible guests — artists, songwriters, and producers who’ve shaped the soundtrack of our lives. From Josh Groban and Victoria Justice to Bon Jovi’s John Shanks, Songs You Know offers intimate conversations with the creators behind iconic hits, revealing the untold stories and inspiration behind each track.
If you want a deeper look at the music you know from the people who made it possible, listen to Songs You Know for new episodes every week. We can’t wait for you to join us on this journey!
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Welcome to Songs You Know, a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the songs you love, hosted by legendary hitmaker Toby Gad. Known for unforgettable hits like John Legend’s "All of Me" and Beyoncé’s "If I Were a Boy," Toby invites some of the most talented and influential voices in music to share their stories.
Each week, Toby sits down with incredible guests — artists, songwriters, and producers who’ve shaped the soundtrack of our lives. From Josh Groban and Victoria Justice to Bon Jovi’s John Shanks, Songs You Know offers intimate conversations with the creators behind iconic hits, revealing the untold stories and inspiration behind each track.
If you want a deeper look at the music you know from the people who made it possible, listen to Songs You Know for new episodes every week. We can’t wait for you to join us on this journey!
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Composer and producer Stephan Moccio shares the stories behind Earned It by The Weeknd, Miley Cyrus’s Wrecking Ball, and his Olympic anthem I Believe, reflecting on his creative process, classical roots, and what makes a song timeless.
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Singer-songwriter Matteo Bocelli reflects on his journey from debuting alongside his father Andrea Bocelli to performing on some of the world’s most iconic stages. He shares stories about collaborations with Ed Sheeran and David Foster, memories of singing for Pope Francis and President Biden, and life growing up in Tuscany. Matteo also discusses balancing classical training with modern pop, his creative process, and advice for young artists chasing their own dreams.
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Academy award winning lyricist, Don Black CBE, known for his work on various James Bond films such as classics like Diamonds Are Forever, Thunderball, Tomorrow Never Dies, The Man With The Golden Gun and The World Is Not Enough reveals the stories behind the films and their legendary music. He also delves deep into his collaborations with icons such as Michael Jackson, Andrew Lloyd Webber, Quincy Jones, as well as his frequent partnership with composer John Barry.
Don also gives his advice to upcoming artists and songwriters, his take on the current music and theatre industry and why he is so dedicated to his work but detaches when he is away.
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From being hungry for fame in the music industry and working at a second-hand store to achieving 5 billion stream, 7 global platinum singles, and 12 top-ten airplay hits in just ten years, Sigala shares his origin story of his first number one 'Easy Love' which famously samples the Jackson 5's 'ABC', to the pivotal moment in his bedroom which led to him create one of his biggest hits.
Sigala talks about his collaborations with James Arthur, Ella Eyre, Ellie Goulding, Alok, John Newman, and Nile Rodgers, as well as hearing his song on the radio while in the studio with Craig David and playing Wembley Stadium. He also opens up about his initial struggles of making music he likes, how he channels positive, feel-good energy, the philsophy he uses to craft his signature sound and how he has sometimes made a song with over 100 versions.
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Hailing from North London, Freya Ridings is a singer-songwriter with hits like 'Lost Without You' & 'Castles'. From her dad being the voiceover for Daddy Pig in Peppa Pig to her musical journey and growing up around instruments, Freya shares her side of writing music and the industry.
Freya reveals how she knew when she wrote her breakthrough song 'Lost Without You' it would change her life and how 'Castles' happened due to an unexpected trip to LA. Freya also discusses her own musical journey, how it began at nine years old and the challenges she faced along the way.
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From writing Miley Cyrus' 'Party in the USA' to chart topping singles like 'Price Tag', 'Bang Bang' and 'Domino', Jessie J dives deep into her musical career, revealing the truth behind performing at the London Olympics with Queen, what it's really like working with Nicki Minaj and Ariana Grande and how she broke her foot and performed in front of 75,000 people.
Triumphantly returning to the spotlight, Jessie performs her new single 'No Secrets', as well as emphasising the importance of being yourself in the industry and how valuable being on The Voice was for herself and the next generation of artists. Jessie also speaks candidly about how her life changed when she became a mother and how her mum cried when she got a misspelt tattoo.
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From working on the Brat album alongside Charli XCX to being nominated for Grammys and having multiplatinum hits, Jon Shave delves deep into his musical career, sharing the unseen original demos as well as revealing what it’s really like to work with Iggy Azalea.
Jon also talks about how he wrote Zayn Malik's album, produced two Miley Cyrus songs from Netflix's Black Mirror episode, as well as hit songs with artists such as Ellie Goulding, Britney Spears, Bebe Rexha, Nicki Minaj, Anne Marie, Jonas Blue, Madison Beer, Little Mix and Clean Bandit.
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The mastermind behind tracks for Beyoncé, Madonna, Zara Larsson, Jax Jones, Joel Corry and so many more, MNEK shares his insights into songwriting, production and finding your own voice in a saturated industry.
MNEK reveals how he wrote his first song at aged eight on paper to navigating major records and international hits. We also dive deep into the stories behind Joel Corry's 'Head and Heart', his new song with Zara Larsson and how a simple phrase can spark a smash hit.
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From playing in death metal bands to producing dance hits like “Man in Finance” and “Wellerman”, Billen Ted delve into their creative process, their experiences working with artists such as Anne-Marie and Jess Glynne and what it takes to go viral every single time.
They also share their thoughts on the evolution of dance music, how TikTok has completely changed how we consume music and what DJ's actually do.
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One of the world's biggest producers, Jeff Gitty is behind the global hits by Hozier, Beyoncé, Mac Miller, Jelly Roll, Teddy Swims and many, many more.
From Gitty's exploration of musical truth and vulnerability to his experiences working with some of the biggest names in the industry, Jeff shares how he crafts compelling songs. Jeff also gives his insight into the art of improvisation, the power of simplicity, and his philosophy on creating authentic music that will last forever.
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Mikkel Erikson is one half of the legendary production duo, Stargate. The duo are behind hits like Rihanna’s 'Only Girl in the World', Katy Perry's 'Firework' and Ne-Yo’s 'So Sick', as well as producing tracks for Beyoncé, Wiz Khalifa and Coldplay.
From Mikkel’s journey growing up on the quiet coast in Norway to relocating to New York in the early 2000s, Mikkel shares Stargate's creative process and how they shaped anthems like Wiz Khalifa's 'Black and Yellow'', Beyoncé's ‘Irreplaceable’ and Rihanna's 'Diamonds'. Mikkel also dives deep into Stargate's pursuit of excellence, their early influences from jazz and electronic music and how he met his collaborative partner Tor Erik Hermansen.
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One of the most prolific names in the music industry, Billy Mann has worked with P!nk & David Guetta, to just name a few. From a struggling artist to an award-winning songwriter, producer, and music executive, Billy Mann's story is one of determination and hard work.
Delving deep into the business behind music, Billy reveals the untold stories behind hit songs, how the industry has revolutionised in the last 50 years and what it really takes to build a lasting career. Billy also shares his insight on how to break into the industry, a masterclass on creativity and how to always stay relevant.
On Patreon this week, Zhone exclusively breaks down his song 'Rush' that he wrote with Troye Sivan!
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From producing tracks for artists like Troye Sivan, Kesha and Charli XCX to teaching high school students in Baltimore, Zhone's rise to success is one of risk, reinvention and relentless creativity. Zhone delves deep into how using magic mushrooms changed his life, breaks down how he made 'Rush', reveals the unexpected connection between Celtic harps and hefty club beats and how he ended up producing dance-pop anthems in LA.
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Lindy Robbins is one of the most successful songwriters in pop music, writing massive hits like Demi Lovato’s 'Skyscraper', One Direction’s 'Summer Love', and Jason Derulo’s 'Want to Want Me'. From her early days of struggling to break into the industry to how 'Skyscraper' almost didn't happen and why 'A Year Without Rain' was written, Lindy Robbins reveals all.
Lindy shares her creative process of how she writes songs in record time, never prepares and writes from the heart, as well as giving her thoughts on the ever-changing music industry and why songwriters are now fighting for a share of master recordings. Lindy also delves deep into some of the most suprising and awkward studio moments with artists like One Direction, Jason Derulo and Selena Gomez, to name a few.
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Singer, songwriter, actress, mentor and mother, Pixie Lott opens up about the highs and lows of fame. From her early days as a teenage pop sensation to her journey of self-discovery, she talks about the stories behind her biggest hits and why it took 10 years to release a new album.
Pixie reveals the magic of songwriting, the lessons she's learned from the music industry, and her dedication to mentoring young artists. She also dives into her experience as a judge on The Voice Kids and how motherhood has changed her perspective on life and creativity.
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An acclaimed Broadway and West End performer, singer, songwriter and two-time Olivier Award nominee, Marisha Wallace has starred in major productions like Dreamgirls, Aladdin, Hairspray, Oklahoma!, Guys and Dolls, and The Book of Mormon.
Originally from a small town in North Carolina, Marisha’s powerhouse vocals and undeniable stage presence have made her a force in musical theater, touring with Simply Red and collaborating with musical legends alike. Marisha also delves deep into what it's like competing in Celebrity Big Brother and how Simon Cowell rejected her. Now, using her passion for storytelling and songwriting, Marisha is forging her own path as a recording artist and creative visionary.
Marisha headlines the Adelphi Theatre in London on the 11th March, alongside Lucie Jones and Laura Baldwin.
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From headlining stages worldwide to working with legends like Michael Bublé, Andrea Bocelli and David Foster, Loren Allred is the powerhouse vocalist behind The Greatest Showman's 'Never Enough' and a successful songwriter.
After being rejected from American Idol at 18 and then being coached by Adam Levine on The Voice in 2012, Loren earned her comeback in the music industry. Cast as the singing voice for Rebecca Ferguson's character Jenny Lind in The Greatest Showman and receiving Simon Cowell's Golden Buzzer on Britain's Got Talent, Loren's story highlights the importance of determination and perseverance in the music industry.
Now, gracing the stages of Madison Square Garden and Carnegie Hall, Loren is an independent artist, releasing her own original music and reimagining songs that defined her career.
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Writing chart toppers like Madonna's 'Like a Virgin', Cyndi Lauper's 'True Colours', Whitney Houston's 'So Emotional' and The Bangles 'Eternal Flame', Billy is behind some of the biggest hits in music's history.
As a Songwriters Hall of Fame inductee, Billy shares his incredible behind-the-scenes stories, what it's really like working with music legends, the creative process behind writing musical classics and his journey from being a humble grape farmer to one of the world's most decorated songwriters.
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Grammy-winning songwriter, producer, and frontman of MAGIC!, Nasri shares his journey from being an aspiring artist to writing 'Rude', Justin Bieber's 'As Long As You Love me', Chris Brown's 'Crawl', as well as writing for Pitbull and John Legend to name just a few!
Nasri dives deep into being a young R&B singer-songwriter from Canada to writing chart-topping hits, crafting MAGIC!’s signature reggae-pop sound, and evolving as a solo artist. He also shares his creative process and the key to writing songs that resonate with people worldwide.
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From leading the Oscars, Grammys, Super Bowl, and American Idol to working with Whitney Houston, Beyoncé, Prince, and Stevie Wonder, Emmy-winning music director, composer, and producer Rickey Minor reveals the unforgettable stories of success.
Rickey talks about how he shaped some of music’s most iconic performances, the lessons he’s learned from legends, and the power of just 12 notes. With decades of experience conducting for the world's biggest stages, Rickey is one of the most notable names in the music industry.
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