Teddy Swims Covers Radiohead’s “Creep” on The TYSO Sessions (A Soulful, Playful Take)
Some songs hit like a memory. Teddy Swims brings that feeling to life with a warm, raw cover of Radiohead’s “Creep,” recorded live for The TYSO Sessions with Rick Glassman. It is stripped down, heartfelt, and a little messy in the best way, full of humor and one-take charm. This is Creep, but with soul and ease.
Teddy Swims is a singer known for big range, honest tone, and a knack for turning covers into his own. Here, he steps into The TYSO Sessions, Rick Glassman’s laid-back space where music and fun mix. The goal is simple, share a live performance that feels close and real, the kind of session that lets a voice do the heavy lifting.
The vibe is friendly, loose, and full of personality. There is even laughter at the end, plus a few playful asides, which makes the performance feel like the viewer is in the room. For those who want the full context, the larger chat and session with Teddy sits inside the full episode, which can be watched in the complete TYSO episode with Teddy Swims.
This cover unfolds in a small, relaxed setting, with the focus locked on the voice and the emotion of the song. The mood builds from a soft start to a deeper swell, matching the ache in the lyrics. He hovers over fragile lines, like “you’re just like an angel,” then pushes into grit and power when the chorus arrives. The phrasing rides the groove in a slow burn, letting the melody breathe.
It does not try to remake “Creep.” It honors the song’s tension and longing, then filters it through Teddy’s soul tone and easy ad-libs. When the chorus hits, the weight of “I don’t belong here” lands with simple force, yet the room stays light. There are laughs, a quip about not knowing the words, and a quick, joking scat before the close. The session keeps the spirit of a live room, not a polished studio cut. The take captures both feeling and fun, and it works.
For the longer companion piece and more context around the session, watch the full Rick Glassman episode featuring Teddy Swims. It pairs this cover with conversation, humor, and the loose tone that fans of TYSO know well.
Why This Cover Sticks
This version of “Creep” lands with simple care. The singing is rich. The take feels human. The laughs do not distract, they welcome the listener in. It is hard to fake that kind of ease. Teddy makes it feel like a quick moment with friends, and that is what brings people back.
The word choices and phrasing keep the emotion intact. The little asides add light to a heavy lyric. That contrast makes the cover breathe.
Conclusion
Teddy Swims takes a classic and makes it feel close, warm, and alive. The cover keeps the ache that fans love, while adding small, human moments that make it feel new. For anyone who wants more honest sessions and more of this voice, check out the full TYSO episode, follow the links above, and keep listening. This one is a must-watch for fans of live, soulful takes that still feel like a hang with friends.
