Music
I’ve always been blessed with the ability to put my thoughts and emotions into words. Over time, that skill has evolved from pen and paper to using technology.
The songs that follow were written during different seasons of my life and reflect a range of perspectives. Each one started with a personal experience that I turned into lyrics. I then used AI voice and music tools to bring them to life—capturing the emotions I felt when the words were first written.
“Twenty-Five Years” is a personal anthem of perseverance and redemption. This song captures the emotional journey of breaking free from the grip of generational addiction and choosing a path of clarity, discipline, and strength.
Written from the heart, it reflects my own story—twenty-five years sober—where I traded blackouts for peace of mind, and chaos for the steady foundation of family, faith, and purpose. It’s not just about recovery. It’s about taking back control, one day at a time, and proving it’s never too late to change the ending. That’s the heart of Twenty-Five Years.
“Open Road” is a raw, reflective anthem about the long journey from brokenness to redemption. It captures the restless miles spent running from regret, wrestling with addiction, and searching for meaning on the dark highways of life.
This song speaks to anyone who’s ever hit rock bottom and kept driving—alone with their thoughts, chasing peace through the noise. It’s about facing your mistakes, finding the strength to stop running, and learning to rebuild one mile at a time.
Inspired by real moments behind the wheel, it’s a message of hope, grit, and second chances. That’s the heart of Open Road.
“Every Minute, Every Year” is a heartfelt tribute to the kind of love that lasts—not because it’s easy, but because it’s worth it. This song reflects the real work, unwavering faith, and quiet strength that hold a marriage together through the hardest seasons and the brightest moments.
Inspired by the early struggles of my relationship with my wife, it honors the journey we’ve taken—from fights and forgiveness to raising a family and building a life rooted in love. This isn’t just a song about romance—it’s about commitment, grace, and never letting go, no matter what. It’s a celebration of a love that bends, but never breaks. That’s the heart of Every Minute, Every Year.
“Family Forever” is a raw, personal reflection on pride, regret, and the power of reconciliation. Inspired by the five years I spent not speaking to my father, this song wrestles with the silence that grows between loved ones—and the courage it takes to break it.
It’s about more than a phone call. It’s about choosing love over ego, about making peace before time slips away. The song honors the truth that while family can hurt you, it can also heal you—and when memories begin to fade, what we hold onto most is the chance we took to make things right.
A song for anyone who’s waited too long, and a reminder that Family Forever.
The Darkness Won
“The Darkness Won” is a deeply personal tribute to a friend I couldn’t save. It’s about the weight we carry when someone we love loses their battle with inner demons—and the silence that often hides the pain.
We shared stories, laughs, and fishing trips, and I still believed he’d pull through. But sometimes the fight is invisible. And sometimes… the darkness wins. This song is for anyone who’s lost someone to suicide. It’s a reminder to reach out, to listen, and to never stop showing up—for them, and for each other. It's about grief, memory, and learning to carry what we couldn't change. That’s the heart behind The Darkness Won.
“Still Writing My Story” is a testimony in song—born during the quiet, soul-searching moments of writing Redeemed by Grace. It reflects the realization that no matter how far we’ve come, the story isn’t over. Every day is a new chapter. Every scar has purpose. And through it all, God holds the pen.
This song is about surrender, hope, and the kind of grace that rewrites even the darkest pages. It’s for anyone who’s still figuring it out—who’s made mistakes, felt lost, or struggled to believe their story still matters.
Because the truth is: it does. And He’s Still Writing My Story.
“Grace Found Me” is a celebration of what happens when God steps in and rewrites your story. I wrote this after finishing Redeemed by Grace, reflecting on everything I’d been through—the pain, the failures, the second chances—and realizing that grace was never far behind.
This song is about redemption, identity, and purpose. It’s about knowing you’re not defined by where you’ve been, but by the grace that brought you through. From sleepless nights to quiet breakthroughs, boardrooms to broken roads, this song captures the moment when everything changes—not because I found something… but because Grace Found Me.
“Open Your Eyes” is a powerful reminder that God’s work is always happening—whether we recognize it or not. This song is about learning to see with faith, not just with sight, and realizing that some of the greatest blessings are already right in front of us.
Written from personal experience, it speaks to the quiet moments when God was moving even while I was struggling. It’s about letting go of doubt, trusting His timing, and stepping into the purpose He’s already written for your life. Sometimes, the miracle isn’t in what changes—but in what you finally see. That’s the heart of Open Your Eyes.
Right Here Right Now
“Right Here, Right Now” is a worshipful reflection born from sleepless nights, anxious thoughts, and a long road toward surrender. Inspired by Psalm 62:1 and my personal testimony in Redeemed by Grace, this song captures the moment I stopped trying to control everything—and finally rested in God's perfect plan.
It's a declaration of peace in the present. No more worrying about tomorrow. No more wrestling with what-ifs. Just learning to trust that God is guiding every step, even when I can’t see the full path. Because right here, right now, I’m walking in truth—and that’s enough.
“God Has a Plan” is a reflection of the grace that has carried me through every season of life. From wandering without purpose to finding clarity in Christ, this song is my testimony of how faith has always been working behind the scenes—even when I couldn’t see it.
Through loss, growth, and redemption, I’ve come to understand that my path has never really been mine. It’s been guided by something greater. This song is about surrender, transformation, and giving God full credit for every step that led me home. It’s not just a song—it’s my story. That’s the heart of God Has a Plan.
“Standing Tall” is a personal anthem about transformation, purpose, and the calling that changed my life. This song tells the story of the young man I was—lost, undisciplined, unsure—and the defining moment I stepped onto those yellow footprints at Parris Island.
The Marine Corps didn’t just give me structure—it gave me identity. Rooted in the values of honor, courage, and commitment, this song is a tribute to the warrior ethos and brotherhood that shaped who I am today. It’s about finding strength through service, and what it means to live by the words Standing Tall.
“The Test of Time” is a tribute to the friendships that don’t fade—the kind built on grit, loyalty, and shared scars. It’s a song about the ones who were there when it all began, and who are still standing beside me today, no matter how much life has changed.
Some friends come and go. But some, through every storm and season, prove they’re family. This song celebrates those rare bonds that endure through heartbreak, success, and everything in between. It’s about honoring the ones who’ve truly stood the test of time.