Backstory:

Personal Welfare began as a duo, featuring childhood friends, Tommy Schmidt and Alex Gibson, from a small town in Michigan. They grew up playing guitar and drums in a basement, dreaming about one day making it big. They got their chance when their breakout single “Hometown Glory” got picked up by a local radio station and caught the attention of a record label scout. Now, they tour across the country, sharing their music and their stories with fans everywhere. But no matter where they go, they always carry their humble beginnings with them, infusing their music with a grounded, personal touch that resonates with their listeners.

Genre:

Indie Rock

Title:

“Chasing Shadows”

Full Song Lyrics:

Verse 1:
(Am) Underneath the (G) old oak tree
(Dm) You whispered (Am) secrets just to me
(Am) We were wild, we (G) were free
(Dm) Chasing shadows (Am) endlessly

Chorus:
(G) Chasing shadows, (Am) in the dark
(Dm) Trying to capture, (Am) a fleeting spark
(G) We were young, we (Am) were bold
(Dm) Chasing shadows, (Am) stories untold

Verse 2:
(Am) Through the years, (G) we lost our way
(Dm) Shadows grew (Am) longer every day
(Am) But in my heart, (G) you’ll always stay
(Dm) Chasing shadows, (Am) come what may

(Repeat Chorus)

Bridge:
(F) Shadows may (G) fade, but (Am) love remains
(F) Here in my (G) heart, it always (Am) stays
(F) Though we’re grown (G) and worlds apart
(Dm) You’re still here, (Am) in my heart

(Repeat Chorus)

Outro:
(Am) Underneath the (G) old oak tree
(Dm) I’m still chasing (Am) shadows, you see

Favorite Fan:

Their favorite fan is a young woman named Mandy. Mandy stumbled upon Personal Welfare when she was going through a difficult time in her life, and their music became a solace for her. The raw emotion and authenticity in their songs struck a chord with Mandy, helping her feel understood and less alone. She says, “Personal Welfare’s music is like a friend who’s there for you, even through the tough times. Their songs are relatable, honest, and beautifully written. They’ve become my favorite band not just because they make great music, but because they genuinely care about their fans and use their platform to spread positivity and support.”