We were lucky to catch up with Drew Faith recently and have shared our conversation below.

Drew, appreciate you joining us today. Can you talk to us about a project that’s meant a lot to you?

The most meaningful project I’ve worked on is my recent single Hallelujah—not just because of the music itself, but because of what it represents beyond it.

From the beginning, I’ve always believed in creating music with purpose. I didn’t want this song to just live on streaming platforms—I wanted it to have a real-world impact. That’s what led me to partner with a campaign supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through Play It Forward.

The backstory is quite personal. Growing up, and through different seasons of life, I’ve seen how pain, loss, and uncertainty can shape people in ways that aren’t always visible. Music became a way for me to process those moments—and hopefully help others feel less alone in theirs.

But becoming a father brought a completely different perspective. Having two children of my own, it hits differently when you see what some families are going through. You can’t help but put yourself in their shoes. The idea of a child facing serious illness—and the strength those families have to find every day—really stays with you. It makes the cause deeply personal.

With Hallelujah, the goal was to take that a step further. Not just to express something emotional or spiritual, but to turn that message into action. If a song can move someone, then maybe it can also inspire them to give, to care, or to become more aware of what others are going through.

Supporting St. Jude felt like a natural extension of that. Their work represents hope in the middle of some of life’s hardest circumstances, and being able to contribute—even in a small way—means the music is doing more than just being heard.

More broadly, I want my music to help shine a light on real-life issues—whether that’s illness, grief, or mental health. There’s so much people carry quietly, and if my songs can create even a moment of connection or understanding, then that’s what makes it meaningful to me.

At the end of the day, success for me isn’t just measured in streams or numbers—it’s in impact. If the music can make someone feel seen, or help support a cause that truly matters, then it’s doing exactly what I hoped it would.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

I’m Drew Faith, a country/Christian artist based in Los Angeles, and at the heart of everything I do is a simple idea—creating music that connects with people on a real, human level.

My journey into music started early. I trained in theatre at the Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts in London, which gave me a strong foundation in performance and storytelling. But music was always something more personal for me. It became a way to process life—whether that was moments of joy, faith, loss, or uncertainty. Over time, that naturally evolved into writing and recording my own material.

Writing music, for me, is also very cathartic. I tend to write about real people, real experiences, and emotions I’ve either lived through or witnessed up close. It’s not just about creating a song—it’s about making sense of things, and hopefully helping others do the same when they hear it.

As an artist, I create songs that sit at the intersection of country, soul, and faith-based music. My work focuses on real-life themes—grief, resilience, hope, mental health, and the everyday struggles people often don’t talk about. I’m not trying to present a perfect picture—I’m more interested in honesty, because that’s where real connection comes from.

What sets me apart, I think, is my focus on music with purpose. My recent single Hallelujah is a good example of that—it’s not just a song, it’s tied to an ongoing campaign supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital through Play It Forward. For me, if music has the power to move people emotionally, it should also have the ability to create real-world impact.

Looking ahead, that purpose continues with upcoming releases like Days Like This, which leans into mental health and the idea that no one should feel alone in what they’re going through. It’s about opening up conversations through music that people might otherwise struggle to have. As part of that, I’m currently working toward aligning with organizations like National Alliance on Mental Illness through platforms like Play It Forward, so the message behind the song can translate into real support and awareness.

What I’m most proud of isn’t just the music itself, but the response to it—the messages from people who feel seen or understood through a song, or the ability to support causes that genuinely matter. That’s where it all comes full circle for me.

For anyone discovering my work for the first time, I’d say this—Drew Faith isn’t just about songs, it’s about connection. It’s about creating something honest, something that resonates, and something that hopefully leaves a positive impact, whether that’s emotionally, spiritually, or even practically through the causes we support.

What do you think is the goal or mission that drives your creative journey?

Yes—at the heart of my creative journey is a mission to create music that serves a purpose, both spiritually and practically.

My faith is a big part of that. A lot of what I write comes from a place of trying to understand life’s harder moments—loss, struggle, uncertainty—and trusting that there’s something greater at work through it all. Music, for me, is a way of expressing that honestly.

At the same time, I believe if a song can move someone, it can also lead to something meaningful beyond just listening. That’s why I’ve connected my music to causes like supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and why I’m looking to continue that with future projects tied to mental health awareness.

Ultimately, the goal is simple—to create something real that brings people closer to hope, to faith, and to the understanding that they’re not alone.

Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative?

I think one thing people outside of the creative world don’t always see is how much of it happens beneath the surface.

From the outside, it can look like it’s just about releasing songs or posting content, but a lot of the journey is internal. It’s the time spent reflecting, questioning, and working through emotions before anything ever becomes a finished piece. Writing, for me, is very personal and often quite cathartic—it means sitting with things that aren’t always easy and being honest about them.

There’s also a lot of patience involved. Not everything comes together quickly, and not every song lands the way you hope. But that’s part of the process—you keep showing up, keep refining, and trust that what you’re creating will connect with the right people at the right time.

I think another part that’s often overlooked is the responsibility that can come with it. When you’re writing about real-life struggles—whether that’s loss, illness, or mental health—you’re not just creating content, you’re speaking into people’s lives. That’s something I take seriously, especially as my music continues to align with causes like St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and conversations around mental health.

And for me, success has a different meaning than it might for some. If a song reaches even one person and truly impacts them—if it helps them feel understood or less alone—then that’s success in my eyes. It’s never been about personal gain as much as it’s been about connection.

If there’s any insight I could offer, it’s that creativity isn’t just about inspiration—it’s about honesty, consistency, and being willing to be vulnerable, even when it’s uncomfortable. That’s usually where the most meaningful work comes from.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://drewfaithmusic.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewfaithmusic/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61581940152312
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrewFaith
• Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/drewfaithmusic
• Other: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/drew-faith/1686473178

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