How Charlie Puth Made The Biggest Songs in The World

This is hands down one of the most honest conversations we’ve ever had. In this episode of Behind The Wall, Charlie Puth opens up about the reality behind his success, from chasing things he thought would make him happy to realizing they didn’t, to learning what actually matters. 📘 FREE PDF: 15 Lessons from The Greatest Minds in Music Download now → https://nas.com/behindthewall/product... 🎵 Want to release your own music? I’ve used DistroKid for over 6 years to get my songs on Spotify, Apple Music, and everywhere else. Use my link to get 7% off your membership ➼ ⁠https://distrokid.com/vip/seven/1296306⁠ Then, sitting at the piano, Charlie takes us inside his biggest songs, breaking down how they really started, how they evolved, and how he actually turns ideas into hit records. From early melodies to finished songs, we get a rare look into how his mind works and why he hears music the way he does. But this episode isn’t just about the music. It’s about feeling misunderstood, hiding parts of yourself, and trying to figure out what it means to truly be seen and understood, not just by the world, but by yourself. This conversation is for YOU if: You’re an artist, songwriter, or producer trying to find your sound You want to understand how hit songs are actually made You’ve ever felt misunderstood or like people don’t fully see you You love music and want to experience it on a deeper level What hit me most wasn’t just hearing how these songs were made, it was Charlie’s honesty. The way he talks about music, success, identity, and the pressure to be understood is something I think a lot of people will connect with. Charlie, thank you for your openness, your honesty, and for trusting me with this conversation. I truly believe this is one of the most real and meaningful interviews we’ve ever done. And thank you to everyone who continues to support Behind The Wall and help bring these stories to life. This is why the show exists, to give you a real look at the people and process behind the music, and to inspire the next generation of creatives. ⬇️ More of Charlie Puth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/ ⁨@charlieputh⁩ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlieputh... Charlie's New Album: https://charlieputh.lnk.to/WhateversC... Website: https://www.charlieputh.com/ ⬇️ More of Daniel YouTube: / @danielswall Instagram: Instagram: danielwall TikTok: TikTok: danielswall 00:00 Intro 01:38 Welcome Charlie Puth to Behind The Wall 02:22 Why Charlie Puth Didn’t Know How To Be An Artist 03:31 How Charlie Puth is Becoming More Authentic 04:28 Songs You’d Know By Charlie Puth 05:35 Release Your Own Music with Distrokid 06:52 Charlie’s Journey to Let People In 08:58 Charlie’s New Album - Whatever’s Clever! 10:09 How Many Songs Charlie Wrote Until He Got His First Hit 11:12 Charlie Puth’s YouTuber Days 14:12 Trying To Become a Songwriter for Pop Artists 16:50 Sexy Shades & Beatboxing in Songs 20:15 10 Years of Songwriting until Success 22:50 Why Charlie Puth Was Afraid To Be An Artist 24:04 See You Again - Full Song Story 29:10 You Don’t Write Songs, They Come To You 32:30 Ever Artist Who Was Supposed To Sing See You Again 35:30 See You Again’s Music Production Influences 37:30 How Charlie Became The Singer of See You Again 40:22 The Genius of Wiz Khalifa 41:24 Charlie Learning & Development To Become An Artist 45:23 Why One Call Away Wasn’t A Hit At First 46:45 We Don’t Talk Anymore - Full Story 51:02 One Call Away - Full Story 53:46 What Charlie Puth Considers A Success 55:18 Why Charlie Puth Wants To Be Understood 56:57 Attention & Implementing Jazz into Pop Music 58:56 Simplicity, Ranges, & Feeling in Music 1:05:39 Hardest Song Charlie Ever Wrote 1:08:30 Becoming A Better Lyricist 1:10:53 Disguising Meaning of Songs Behind Music 1:12:30 The Crazy Features in The New Album 1:15:30 How Charlie Discovered What Truly Made Him Happy 1:22:49 How Charlie Made The New Album with Bloodpop 1:27:30 Acceptance of Being Cringe 1:33:34 Using Content To Help Everyone Learn Music 1:35:40 Light Switch - Full Story 1:39:17 Relationship With Perfectionism 1:40:25 Making A Song For His Dad 1:41:26 Advice For Anyone Who Wants To Be A Songwriter, Producer, Artist 1:45:55 How To Have The Best Session Possible 1:47:50 Message To Fans on New Album 1:48:55 Thank You Charlie For Going Behind The Wall With Us!