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📌 Episode Summary:
In this heartfelt solo episode, Connor opens up about a moment of doubt right before the release of his song Valentina. Caught in the whirlwind of social media trends and shrinking attention spans, he almost made a major change to the track — all in an effort to cater to the algorithm. But a powerful piece of advice helped him step back, reassess, and choose the integrity of the song over external pressure.

Connor shares the story behind this near-miss, the insecurities that led up to it, and how he ultimately stayed true to the creative vision. If you’ve ever felt the pull to compromise your art for clicks, streams, or algorithms, this episode is for you.

🎧 What You’ll Learn:

• The subtle ways algorithmic pressure can influence creative decisions
• Why staying true to your artistic instincts matters more than ever
• How one key conversation can reframe everything
• The importance of honoring your song’s purpose and story

🔗 Links & Resources:

• 🎵 Listen to Valentina on Spotify: [https://open.spotify.com/track/28mmhGPdr0svACqE0nQ0HE?si=42673062558f4ecf]