The Chainsmokers' Drew Taggart opens up about his alcohol addiction and path to recovery
The Chainsmokers' Drew Taggart bravely confronts his struggle with alcoholism, acknowledging his imperfections and the impact it has had on his life In a candid admission, he sheds light on the challenges he has faced and the steps he is taking towards recovery
Drew Taggart opened up about the impact of his struggles with alcohol addiction on his life. In a candid social media post on June 14, the 33-year-old Chainsmokers performer shared a video of himself playing the group's latest single "Self Destruction Mode" and explained its significance in the caption.
"I have battled with alcohol addiction throughout my career, as it seems to be deeply ingrained in the environment we operate in," shared Taggart, who works alongside Alex Pall. "The feeling of inadequacy or not being good enough ironically leads me back into a cycle of bad habits."
He went on to say, "This song is not a plea for assistance, but rather a way to accept and celebrate all aspects of myself. I acknowledge my imperfections, but I also know that I have greatness within me, just as you do. It's important to always remember that."
Drew Taggart Courtesy of The Chainsmokers/Instagram
The Chainsmokers' recent release featuring Bludnymph delves deeper into Taggart's personal struggles, evident in the poignant lyrics. It is revealed that the Maine native had never publicly discussed his battle with alcohol prior to this song. The chorus echoes the sentiments of someone in the throes of self-destruction, admitting to a love for their sins and a desire to repeat the cycle.
Taggart gained recognition in the music industry after co-founding The Chainsmokers alongside Pall in 2012. Initially, the duo began by creating remixes before venturing into producing their own music. Their hard work and dedication paid off when they were awarded a Grammy. Recently, the pair made headlines for disclosing that they have engaged in multiple threesomes as a result of their band's success.
"We were both caught off guard by what happened," Pall revealed in a joint appearance on the "Call Her Daddy" podcast in January. "It was not something we had planned or expected." Taggart also implied that the intimate moment was not a one-time thing and that he was involved in a new relationship at the time.
Drew Taggart, one half of the popular electronic music duo The Chainsmokers, wowed the crowd during his performance at the Wild 94.9 WAZZMATAZZ event held at the Shoreline Amphitheater in Mountain View, California on June 5, 2022. The talented musician showcased his skills and had the audience dancing and singing along to his hit songs. The energy and excitement in the air were palpable as Drew Taggart took to the stage and delivered an unforgettable performance.
According to an insider, the musician's relationship with Selena Gomez was revealed in January after his breakup with Eve Jobs. The source shared that the couple is not trying to conceal their romance and are often seen being affectionate with each other. Apparently, Selena is quite smitten with him. The insider also mentioned that Taggart's separation from Jobs was friendly and mutual, but fans observed that Jobs removed all traces of her ex-boyfriend from her social media profiles after the news broke out.
In a lighthearted TikTok video, 30-year-old Gomez joked about her dating life a month later, lip-syncing that the reason she's still single is because she needs to step outside and talk to people. However, her relationship with Taggart eventually ended, and Gomez has been rumored to be involved with Zayn Malik. Meanwhile, Taggart has been seen spending time with model Marianne Fonseca.
