01 Apr From Plano to Presidents: The Remarkable Career of WT Greer
On this episode of The Jeff Crilley Show, Jeff sits down with award-winning entertainer and acclaimed vocalist WT Greer to reflect on a career that has spanned more than four decades. Greer shares stories of performing for six U.S. presidents, royalty, and global audiences, including a memorable duet with Mary Wilson of The Supremes that led to a private meeting with Nelson Mandela. He recounts the moment he went from pre-med student to full-time performer, signing a contract that changed his life and stepping onto a stage in front of 20,000 people with no idea what awaited him. The conversation also covers his work in radio and television, including singing commercial spots in Dallas, and the integrity-based decisions that shaped his path. Greer closes with heartfelt advice to young artists about doing the work, staying grounded, and giving more than you take.
Key Topics
- performing for six US presidents and royalty
- the duet with Mary Wilson and meeting Nelson Mandela
- the leap from pre-med student to full-time entertainer
- early commercial and radio work in Dallas
- overcoming stage fear at a 20,000-person talent show
- turning down The Commodores after Lionel Richie left
- faith and purpose as a foundation for a music career
Episode Timestamps
- 00:01:16 – Introducing WT Greer
- 00:02:23 – Sizzle reel: Presidents, royalty, and national appearances
- 00:08:40 – A duet with Mary Wilson—and a note from Nelson Mandela
- 00:10:19 – Meeting Diana Ross at Elton John’s Oscar party
- 00:12:14 – From pre-med to the stage in front of 20,000 people
- 00:15:49 – Signing a life-changing music contract
- 00:17:58 – Why he turned down The Commodores
- 00:18:00 – Advice to young artists: do the work and give, don’t take
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