In this milestone 50th episode of The Stephan Hogan Podcast, award-winning Nashville-based songwriter Joybeth Taylor joins Stephan for an in-depth interview about her journey to co-writing the #1 country hit “Weren’t for the Wind” by Ella Langley. Recognized as one of the most prolific songwriters at Sony Music Publishing, Joybeth has written more songs in the last four years than anyone else at the company, second only to Nashville hitmaker Ashley Gorley.

This exclusive country music podcast episode dives deep into:

• The truth about how to become a hit songwriter in Nashville

• What it takes to write over 900 songs in four years

• Real-world advice for aspiring songwriters and music creators

• A behind-the-scenes look at how “Weren’t for the Wind” became a radio single and eventually a number one hit

• How to structure songs that emotionally connect with listeners

• The importance of writing to the hook and building a song around a clear emotional core

• How mental health, anxiety, and childhood trauma shape the songwriting process

• The role of faith, gratitude, and emotional resilience in a creative career

• Joybeth’s experience writing with major label artists, TikTok stars, and rising country acts

• How to handle comparison, imposter syndrome, and staying grounded in the fast-moving music industry

• The tension between career ambition and personal life, including marriage and expecting her first child

• Practical songwriting tips: repetition, imagery, breaking the “rules,” and writing from emotion

Whether you’re a songwriting student, a country music fan, or an independent artist trying to navigate the music business, this conversation is full of inspiration, wisdom, and real talk from someone who has quietly become one of Nashville’s top female songwriters.

If you’re searching for songwriting masterclasses, how to get a cut in country music, or the mindset it takes to thrive as a professional songwriter, this episode is essential listening.

Stream “Weren’t for the Wind” now and follow Joybeth Taylor on Instagram @joybethtaylor

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