If you ask Tyler Lynch what motivates him, you might be surprised at the answer. And his answer may set him apart. “When it comes to the future, my goal is not to be rich and famous. I just want to keep making music and play for people. I want to bring something bigger than just music—but words to touch people and connect with them.”

Tyler first started playing the guitar when he was 11 and hasn’t put it down since. He loves how he connects with his emotions and God when he plays. He has been inspired through many conversations and meetings with musicians and bands such as Switchfoot, Toby Mac, Shaun Groves, Unhindered and Kristian Stanfill. Tyler has been inspired by their music but he loves how they strive for something more than just performing and financial gain. It’s the emotion behind the music. It’s the love of the art.

For years, Tyler’s close friends and family have inspired him and fueled his desire to create and sing. Through a “Compassion International” Sunday at his church, Tyler met Tyrus Morgan. (Tyrus, is a producer, musician and songwriter who has written songs for Newsong and Mark Miller of Sawyer Brown.) Tyler and Tyrus connected immediately through their love for music and creating. Soon after meeting, they began writing songs together which resulted in raw lyrics about real life. Tyler then began working with the production team of Tyrus and Jay Speight. (Jay is a producer, musician and writer who has written songs for Newsong, Travis Tritt and Trace Atkins.) Along with Morgan and Speight, Tyler says he began a journey that he won’t forget. He says, “I learned so much through our times writing, working in the studio and the whole production process. I look forward to more projects with Tyrus and Jay.” The team has already been discussing another  project scheduled for next year.

Tyler concludes with, “I want this music to speak to the deeper places of people hearts. If I can trigger someone to think about life & their motivation then that makes me happy. I want people to remember the words and the music long after the show is over and merchandise is forgotten.”