Hi, my name is Shirah Chante. I am a child of God. I gave my life to Jesus Christ when I was 12 years old and was baptized. As I grew, I faced challenges, but my destiny began to awaken, tied to the meaning of my name. My name, Chante, means to sing, and my Hebrew name, Shirah, means song. Together, they form my calling. I am a song that sings.

At 25, while attending Rochester-Crozer Divinity School in Rochester, New York, the Lord called me to sing for Him. Though surprised, I embraced the calling. Over the years, this divine manifestation has blossomed, and today, I sing, write, draw  and heal for His glory.

I had the fortunate opportunity to study songwriting under two-time Oscar-winning songwriter Al Kasha when I attended The King’s University in Van Nuys, California. There, I attained a Graduate Certificate in Christian Ministry, concentrating on healing music composition.

I began playing guitar around the time I was baptized. I later rediscovered it at 25, which ignited a passion for songwriting. Alongside my musical journey, I’ve always been a poet and writer. These creative gifts have expanded into novels, poetry, and other artistic expressions, like drawing and painting. In 2010, the Holy Spirit gave me the phrase, “Healing hearts through the arts,” which encapsulates my mission.

In 2013, the Lord guided me to help His people with relationships, leading me to become a relationship coach. In 2024, He revealed another direction—to bless His people through music, writing, and visual arts. I am also a healer, carrying the gift of healing in my hands, as guided by the Lord. Today, I sing, write, and draw for God. I share my journey to inspire and uplift others. 

I just want to be holy…

This is what I told God when I was nine years old sitting inside a Catholic church. I was being sexually abused at the time by my older stepbrother which scarred my life forever. That’s what led me to talk to God that day. I no longer wanted to be touched against my will in areas that were forbidden by God to touch a woman until she is married.

Some of my content may challenge traditional perspectives, but it reflects my personal journey of healing and truth because my childhood was unfortunately ridden with sexual abuse. As I grew older, things got worse for me. I was raped while attending college in New Orleans, Louisiana and was then taken advantage of sexually by my former boss. These experiences shaped much of my early life and led me down a path of sex, drugs and alcohol. I lived with the weight of brokenness for years, engaging in relationships outside of marriage that were far from God’s plan.

Now, as a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, I feel called to speak openly about these experiences. Some find my words uncomfortable. However, I know God has given me a voice to share my truth. Healing requires confronting the hard realities of life, and my testimony is one of redemption and restoration.

When I began writing songs again, the Lord surprised me by leading me to create R&B music. This genre allows me to speak about love, sex, broken relationships, and healing in a raw and authentic way. It’s not traditional gospel or Christian contemporary music, but it’s the path God has given me. Through my songs, I aim to bring light to the darkness. Through my words, I offer hope to others who are struggling with similar experiences.

I share my story because it is part of my calling. It’s not easy, but it’s necessary. I trust that God’s purpose in my life will reach those who need to hear these truths and be healed where they are hurting.

Thank you for listening.

God bless you,

Shirah Chante