Josiah Queen Talks to Apple Music About His Debut Album ‘The Prodigal’ and the Purpose Behind His Music

Josiah Queen Opens Up About His Debut Album and Purpose-Driven Music on The Kelleigh Bannen Show

Christian artist Josiah Queen recently joined The Kelleigh Bannen Show to discuss his debut album, The Prodigal, and his approach to creating music with a meaningful message. The episode, available on-demand with an Apple Music subscription, offers an insightful look into Queen’s artistic journey and his commitment to purposeful living.

In his conversation with Kelleigh Bannen, Queen reflected on the inspiration behind his album and the unexpected outcome of his hit single, “The Prodigal.” “It’s funny because it’s the song that I wrote about not wanting fame or money, and it has brought more of that,” Queen shared. He elaborated on his ongoing struggle with materialism, noting, “We’ve all tried in our life, at one point, to find satisfaction in people or money, only to realize that it never fully satisfies.”

Queen emphasized his dedication to living a life of purpose, both through his music and personal actions. “I want my every day to be lived with purpose,” he explained. “If I spend my day serving myself, buying stuff, and seeking fame, I see it as wasting another day. I just don’t want to waste my life.”

The artist also reminisced about the release of The Prodigal, expressing his pride and satisfaction with the project. “Having a first album is a dream come true,” he said. “I’m proud of it because I knew every song was something I truly loved and worked hard on.” He noted the significance of connecting with listeners and seeing the impact of his music, stressing that his goal is to create songs that truly matter. “Those are the songs that will last,” he added.

Looking to the future, Queen shared his aspiration to leave a lasting legacy through his music. “I want to make songs that last longer than I do,” he said. “It’s every songwriter’s dream to have their work outlive them.” Queen acknowledged the time and effort required to craft meaningful songs, underscoring his commitment to avoiding a rushed process.

For an in-depth discussion with Josiah Queen about his debut album and his vision for purposeful music, tune in to The Kelleigh Bannen Show on Apple Music Country.

Key Quotes Credit: Kelleigh Bannen / Apple Music Country