Mike Posner, known for his music achievements, discusses his journey walking across the USA and climbing Mt. Everest. He delves into his mental health struggles, finding solitude, and the inspiration behind his hit song. The podcast touches on themes of self-worth, purpose, and personal growth, showcasing Posner's resilience and determination.
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Early Life and Inspiration
Mike Posner grew up in Southfield, Michigan, and started rapping at eight years old.
He met Big Sean at 18, who later signed a record deal, inspiring Posner to pursue music professionally.
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Initial Success and Recognition
Posner's friend, Xander, told him about his song being played at a party, followed by his mom unexpectedly liking his music.
Big Sean also praised his song, leading Posner to seek wider distribution beyond hip-hop blogs.
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Exploiting iTunes U
To overcome music piracy, Posner exploited a loophole by uploading his music to iTunes U, a platform for educational content.
This led to increased exposure and eventually offers to play at small venues, which grew in size as his popularity increased.
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#702: Today we're sitting down with Mike Posner. Mike Posner's expansive, multi-platinum discography has earned him global recognition, and in 2019, Posner walked nearly 3,000 miles across North America in an effort to inspire people to challenge themselves, surviving a rattlesnake bite along the way. He then made it to the peak of Mount Everest in 2021, raising more than $250,000 for the Detroit Justice Center for his endeavor. Today, we discuss his career, how he got a record deal from Jay Z, and the thought behind his hit song, "I Took A Pill In Ibiza." He also discusses his journey with his mental health, finding solitude, walking across the USA, and climbing Mt. Everest.
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