Teagan Stewart's Viral Rant Leads to Brittney Spencer Collaboration on 'The Waiting Game'

Teagan Stewart's unfiltered TikTok rant about the struggles of balancing music and service work amassed over 5 million views, catching the attention of acclaimed artist Brittney Spencer. Spencer commented on the video, leading to a co-write at Warner Chappell that produced Stewart's single 'The Waiting Game,' featuring Spencer on background vocals. The Americana anthem addresses being overlooked, underpaid, and pushed to limits while chasing dreams. Stewart reflects on the catharsis of writing the song, the collaborative process with Spencer, and the challenge of translating online solidarity into creative chemistry. She notes that the final chorus line—'Nobody knows the hell of a waitress, playing the waiting game'—was meticulously crafted. Stewart's upcoming project, expected in 2026, will blend banjo, synths, and pop influences, marking a creative risk from her earlier work. She emphasizes that service workers deserve respect and that her new music will explore softer, more vulnerable sides beyond the brash persona from her viral moment.