About Me

I'm a 15-year-old singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist with a passion for creating music that connects with people and glorifies God. While not every song I write is worship music, my faith is the foundation of who I am and influences everything I create. No matter the genre or subject, I am committed to keeping my music clean, meaningful, and true to the values that have shaped my life.

Music has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember. I started playing drums before I could barely hold the sticks, began learning piano at age five, and picked up guitar and bass when I was nine. Since then, I've spent countless hours developing my skills as a musician, songwriter, and performer.

I primarily write country-pop and worship music, but I enjoy listening to and learning from all kinds of genres. Drawing inspiration from a wide variety of artists and styles has helped shape my sound and approach to songwriting.

My faith is at the center of everything I do. Church is where I first learned music, where I continue to serve, and where my love for performing and songwriting began. I currently sing and play guitar and bass on my church's worship team, and over the years I've also played drums and piano in worship settings. More than anything, I want my music to honor God and positively impact the people who hear it.

As the youngest of four siblings, I grew up surrounded by music. My siblings, parents, cousins, church mentors, and many of the artists I've listened to over the years have all played a role in shaping me as a musician. Their influence encouraged me to work hard, keep learning, and pursue excellence in my craft. Over the years, I've written numerous original songs and continue to grow as both a songwriter and performer.

My goal is simple: to create music that tells honest stories, encourages people, and reflects the values I live by. Whether I'm writing a country-pop song, a worship song, or something in between, I hope my music leaves a positive impact and points people toward hope.

Photo taken by ALLforHim Photography and Rebekah Ridley

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