Teddy Swims is making waves everywhere, recently joining a busker named INOXIA for a surprise performance. INOXIA was busking as usual when Teddy Swims suddenly appeared, recognizing his own song. Without hesitation, Teddy joined the star-struck busker for an impromptu duet, and luckily, the entire moment was captured on camera. This unexpected collaboration is now going viral across social media.
In another magical moment, Victor Ray and Teddy Swims combined their vocal talents on the streets of Piccadilly Circus in London. These two pop-soul singers delivered a mesmerizing cover of Gnarls Barkley’s hit “Crazy,” leaving the audience awestruck. Victor Ray, 24, showcased his powerful soul vocals and falsettos, adding his unique touch to the 2006 classic. Teddy Swims matched Victor’s show-stopping performance with his raw, profound, and liberating voice, creating a perfect harmony.
Teddy Swims gained global recognition a year before this live duet with Victor. The 31-year-old singer-songwriter from Georgia, USA, scored his first #1 hit in 2023 with “Lose Control,” which topped charts in over 20 countries. His career took off with viral YouTube covers in 2019, some of which still boast view counts surpassing the official music video for “Lose Control,” each breaking the 150 million mark!
While Teddy enjoys worldwide fame, Victor Ray is a rising star. Born in Uganda, raised in Newcastle, and now performing regularly in Central London, Victor Ray is making his mark on the UK R&B scene. With two EPs, “i felt.” and “i was.”, and a 2024 single, “Comfortable,” garnering over 2.4 million views on YouTube, Victor’s music spans diverse genres from soulful power moves to acoustic tracks reminiscent of Ed Sheeran.
Victor attributes his incredible vocal ability, showmanship, and patience to years of busking and performing for passers-by in London. He’s also a TikTok sensation with 3.2 million followers, drawing inspiration from his idols Usher and J. Cole and receiving praise for his lyrical vulnerability.
This Piccadilly Circus performance with Teddy Swims wasn’t their first collaboration. They also performed a live cover of John Legend’s “Ordinary Man” at SoFar Sounds, London, showcasing their genuine friendship and mutual respect. Check out the video above!
Victor and Teddy’s collaborations exude authenticity and a shared love for soul-stirring music. We’re hoping for Victor’s swift rise to Teddy Swims’ level of stardom – with his incredible voice, he truly deserves it! Keep an eye out for this talented artist.