In this episode of From Vision to Creation, we sit down with Corbyn Besson—singer, songwriter, and co-founder of the globally successful band Why Don’t We—for an intimate and emotional conversation about growing up with music, navigating fame at a young age, and reclaiming his voice as a solo artist.
Corbyn opens up about his early years learning piano and guitar, how his musical upbringing and internet community shaped him, and how singing on Xbox Live and uploading songs to YouNow unexpectedly launched his career. He shares the inside story of how Why Don’t We formed, what it was like to go from social media tours to headlining arenas, and the intense pressure of life in the spotlight.
We dive deep into the challenges he faced during a difficult lawsuit that put his music career on hold, the personal toll of contractual entrapments, and how he found healing and purpose through writing music that’s true to him. Corbyn reflects on falling in love with music again, the emotional process of creating his debut EP, and what he’s learned about mental health, creative identity, and the power of community.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone navigating artistic growth, reinvention, or the complexities of stepping into your truth. If you’ve ever felt stuck, stifled, or unsure of your path, Corbyn’s story will remind you that your voice matters—and that you’re never too far from your next beginning.
🎙️ Hosted by Alexander Schmieding
In this interview, we discuss:
0:00 Intro
1:23 Early Life, Music & Family Support
4:52 Singing on Xbox Live & Starting on YouNow
13:07 Writing His First Song & Recording in Studio
16:22 How Why Don’t We Was Formed
19:47 Life in a Boy Band: Fame, Friendship, and Touring
27:55 The Lawsuit & Creative Struggles
40:10 Releasing “Love Me Better,” Rediscovering His Voice, & Making Music That Heals
48:56 Working with Jeremih & Creating “Summer”
55:17 How He Knows When a Song Is Done
58:00 Upcoming Debut EP & Musical Influences
1:01:03 Advice and Reflections
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Stream Corbyn Besson’s Latest Track “SUMMER” Featuring Jeremih:
https://open.spotify.com/track/1iG6H4h48zsndU5JoQs1jK?si=36d6324a06bd44c9
https://music.apple.com/kh/album/summer-single/1828027728
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