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Spencer Hatcher didn’t have a backup plan—and he wasn’t interested in playing it safe.

In this episode of Not Special, Spencer shares his journey from growing up immersed in music and faith in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley to betting everything on a career in country music. He talks about being told to quit at a young age, going viral during COVID, almost choosing a safer path, and what it really means to go all in.

This conversation is about discipline, humility, faith, and earning your shot. If you’ve ever wondered whether your dream could actually happen—and what it costs to fully commit—this episode is for you.

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01:00 An old soul in a young artist’s body

02:00 Growing up surrounded by music and faith

04:30 When music stopped being a hobby

06:30 Being told to quit at 15 years old

07:40 Going viral and the pressure that followed

09:10 Self-doubt even when things are working

11:40 Discovering classic country and storytelling

13:30 Almost choosing a safer path instead of music

16:10 Serving veterans through music

17:40 The Nashville showcase that almost fell apart

18:45 Playing to 10 people who changed everything

21:30 Getting signed on the spot

23:00 Why Spencer says he hasn’t “made it” yet

24:00 Staying humble as opportunities grow

25:40 Experiencing the CMAs up close

28:50 Handling nerves and pressure

30:30 Learning confidence through failure

33:10 Dealing with criticism in the industry

34:30 Owning your own path

35:40 Why radio still matters

37:30 Connecting with multiple generations

38:00 The story behind “Cold Beer and Common Sense”

40:00 Choosing great songs over ego

41:30 What success really means

44:35 Tragedy strikes for Spencer and his family