Between Excitement and Anxiety
Release day: the moment every music producer dreams about. The track is finally out, the artwork looks 🔥, and you’re ready to take over the world. But let’s be honest — release day is also a cocktail of excitement, panic, hope, and a touch of existential dread.
Here’s what really goes down when your music hits the world.
1. The adrenaline rush 💥
- You refresh Spotify for Artists every 10 minutes.
- You post on Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter with the same caption three different ways.
- Friends and fans DM you “Congrats!” and you feel like Beyoncé for a hot second.
For a moment, you’re on top of the world.
2. The numbers game 🎲
Then reality hits: streams don’t skyrocket instantly.
- “Why do I only have 47 plays? My mom promised she streamed it 10 times already!”
- “Why is it not on Release Radar yet?!”
- “What if the algorithm hates me?”
Welcome to the anxious refresh spiral.
3. The social media pressure 📱
Release day feels like a full-time job:
- Posting teasers, behind-the-scenes, stories, reels, TikToks.
- Tagging playlists, curators, influencers, your neighbor’s cat.
- Replying to every comment with “🔥🔥🔥 thank you!!”
Suddenly, you realize promoting a track is almost harder than making it.
4. The emotional rollercoaster 🎢
Morning: “This is the best track I’ve ever made.”
Afternoon: “Why isn’t anyone streaming it?”
Evening: “Should I quit music and become a barista?”
Release day is basically therapy you didn’t sign up for.
5. The afterglow ✨
A few days later, the dust settles.
- Your streams may not be viral, but real listeners connected with your song.
- Someone adds it to their playlist, and suddenly it has a life of its own.
- You realize: every release is a step forward, not the finish line.
✅ Final Thought
Release day is both thrilling and terrifying. It’s not just about numbers — it’s about sharing a piece of yourself with the world. Whether your track blows up or not, you’re growing as an artist with every drop.
👉 Remember: excitement fuels you, anxiety keeps you sharp, and in the end, the music lives on.
