Second Chances: Embracing Your Musical Dreams

In this introductory episode of ‘Second Verse,’ host Becky Boyland, a singer-songwriter with extensive experience in marketing and brand messaging, invites listeners to rekindle their musical aspirations. Becky talks about the journey from treating music as a hobby to making it a significant part of life. She shares stories of other indie musicians who have made similar transitions from traditional careers to follow their passion for music. Additionally, Becky offers tips and insights to help artists grow their audience and achieve their dreams. The episode concludes with an inspiring new song, ‘One More Word,’ to encourage listeners to take the next step toward their musical goals.

00:00 Introduction: Following Your Dream

00:39 Meet Your Host: Becky Boyland

01:00 Weekly Stories and Tips

01:25 Upcoming Episodes Preview

01:46 Real Talk: Challenges and Tools

02:07 Encouragement and Connection

02:22 Subscribe and Connect

02:58 Musical Inspiration: “One More Word”

Featured Song:

  • “One More Word” by Becky Boyland is written by Becky Boyland. Used with permission.
  • “One More Word” will be available wherever you stream your music on March 14, 2025. Check it out at the song’s share page.
Transcript

BECKY BOYLAND

What if it's not too late to follow your dream? What if the music you thought was just a hobby, or maybe a distant memory, could become your second act? Sounds scary, maybe. But here's the thing. Your story, your song, isn't finished yet. It's time for your second verse. And this podcast is here to help you put pen to paper.

That's right. Welcome to Second Verse, the podcast about second chances, new beginnings, and the courage to follow the music that's been inside you all along, even when life takes you down a different path for a while. I'm Becky Boyland, a singer songwriter who's always had a side gig or front gig in marketing while dreaming day and night about music.

When I finally realized that my music was begging to take center stage, I'd already become a marketing, website, and brand messaging expert, and now I help other artists like you on their journey of bringing their passion to life. Each week, I'll bring you stories from indie musicians who've returned to their art after a more traditional career.

People just like you and me who face self-doubt, life detours, and big questions like, Am I too late? Spoiler alert, you're not. I'll also share tips and insights from my own experience as a creative entrepreneur to help you grow your audience, share your story, and make your second verse dreams a reality.

In the coming episodes, you'll hear stories that inspire you, like a tech professional who left the big companies behind to build guitars and community, a teacher who followed her artistic passions to create and promote inspiring music, art, and books. And a nurse who turned her music side hustle into a front hustle following a life changing diagnosis.

You'll also hear real talk about challenges we all face like finding time for creativity, marketing yourself as an artist, or battling imposter syndrome. And you'll find practical tools and ideas that you can use to take your next step, whether it's finishing that song, booking your first show, or launching your music online.

I want you to know you're not just a dreamer. You're a doer. You've already taken the first step by looking for inspiration. And Second Verse exists to remind you that it's never too late to pursue the music that moves you and to help you along the way. Subscribe to Second Verse wherever you listen to podcasts so you don't miss a single episode.

And if you're feeling ready to dive in, let's connect. Reach out at secondversepod.com and share your story. I'd love to cheer you on and maybe even feature you in a future episode. Every great song has a second verse. That's where the melody deepens, the lyrics resonate, and the story takes on new life.

This is your moment to write yours. Whether you're stepping back into music after years away, or just starting to believe it's possible, second verse is here to remind you, it's not too late. And so as we get started, I want to share with you a brand new song called "One More Word," and I hope that it motivates and inspires you.

I can't wait to share this journey with you. So welcome to Second Verse.

FEATURED SONG: “One More Word”

🎵 I've lost count, the days are just a blur

Time and time again, I can't be sure

Is this all my days were meant to give?

Or is this now the time to finally live?

It takes just one more word, starting to be heard

And though it's just beginning now

It takes just one more word, I see my dreams emerge

And though my head is spinning now, I won't be missing out

It takes just one more word

What's this shine, the hope that's in my eyes?

Knowing who I am the first time

It takes just one more word, starting to be heard

And though it's just beginning now

It takes just one more word, I see my dreams emerge

And though my head is spinning now, I won't be missing out

It's not too late to try as long as I'm alive, it's not too late to try

I'd rather start again than wonder if or when I'll need to start again

It takes just one more word, starting to be heard

And though it's just beginning now

It takes just one more word, I see my dreams emerge

And though my head is spinning now, I won't be missing out

It takes just one more word