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Ben Rector: More Than An Artist

Lyrics that are more than words, but a meaningful and beautiful story.

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Ben Rector: More Than An Artist
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Ben Rector: an Oklahoman born, resident of Nashville, a guy with a passion for meaningful music, and the best musician known to man.

So, you are probably wondering, “What sets Ben apart from other musicians?” Well, let me tell you. There is power in his music. It is moving. It is touching. His words are more than words, but a meaningful, emotional, and thoughtful story.

Let me explain why you should become his biggest fan (but, you won’t because I’m his biggest fan, but you can be a close second):

1. He’s independent.

He doesn’t have a major recording label promoting his music. Everything he has accomplished has been through hard work. And let me be the first to say, he’s accomplished a lot. He’s sold over 250,000 albums and 2 million downloads. That’s impressive.

2. He’s humble.

This guy has sold 250,000 albums and 2 million downloads on his own, which calls for bragging rights? Wrong. He’s a super humble dude. He is very thankful for everyone who supports him. I saw him in concert at the Ryman, and he was shocked that it was a sold out show and thanked his audience for always supporting his music.

3. He has a heart for serving.

All the proceeds from his album, "Walking In Between," went to build a well in Zambia. Ben said that by building a well, you know their lives have been affected. Ladies, are your hearts starting to melt? (Guys, take note.)


4. He’s a beautiful human being.

Ben Rector has a precious personality, but he is SUPER DUPER CUTE, too. He isn’t Zac Efron or anything, but hey, that’s okay. Ben is actually better because he is real and practically the whole package. He is flawless. He dresses great. It doesn’t get better than that.


Too bad, he’s happily married.

5.He has the voice of angel.

He has the voice of an angel. I can listen to his songs over and over. I would compare his voice to heaven on Earth. His voice and music is pure art. I am not even kidding.

I mean go listen to "White Dress."

6. His music is relatable.

Ben has a song for every emotion you feel. He has your jams for when you’re riding around with the windows down and music cranked up. When your heart is broken, you can take comfort in, “When a Heart Breaks.” For the worrier, “Note to Self” will show life is more about simple things. Call your mom more often. Exercise more. Worry less. But think of other people more. “Live like the World is Gonna End” is gives us perspective. Life is short; so don’t take it for granted. As you can see, his music is purposeful and there is a song for every feeling.

7. #benonaplane

Whenever Ben is flying, he tells his followers to ask him questions using #benonaplane. He tries to answer everyone's question. It just shows that he is an everyday guy, like you and me. He is relatable.

8. Great sense of humor

If you ever take the time to stalk him on Twitter, his tweets will brighten your day. He tweets little quirky thoughts that put a smile on your face, and probably a little giggle too. He’s a funny dude.

9. He’s even better live.

You think this man is on angel while you’re listening to him on your iTunes library, well he’s even better live. How does it get any better, right? But, it does. The first time I saw him in concert, I cried. Legit tears.

As you can see, Ben Rector is a pretty rad dude. You are missing out, if you have never heard his music. (This is the time where you go to YouTube and look him up and become his second biggest fan).

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