Ben Rector - Peace Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How did Ben Rector start his music career?

   Ben Rector started seriously writing songs in college and released his first musical effort, a self-titled EP, in 2006. His song 'Conversation' won the grand prize in the Pop category of the 2006 John Lennon Songwriting Contest, making him the youngest person to win the contest.

2. What inspired Ben Rector to start singing?

   Ben Rector was inspired to start singing after seeing musician Ben Kilgore perform at his school. Kilgore's performance changed the atmosphere of the room, and Rector wanted to find and feel that profound impact again.

3. What educational background does Ben Rector have?

   Ben Rector attended high school at Tulsa's Metro Christian Academy and graduated in 2005. He went on to graduate from the University of Arkansas in 2010 with a degree in business and marketing.

4. What is the main message of 'Peace' by Ben Rector?

   Although this question asks for the meaning of the song, it's worth noting that 'Peace' encourages finding contentment in your current circumstances and emphasizes that true peace comes from within, rather than from external achievements or material possessions.

5. Did Ben Rector produce any holiday music?

   Yes, Ben Rector released a holiday album titled 'A Ben Rector Christmas' on November 13, 2020. The album includes popular Christmas songs and an original piece, 'The Thanksgiving Song,' inspired by the COVID-19 pandemic and his love for the holiday season.

6. What influenced the stripped-back, jazz-forward instrumentation in 'A Ben Rector Christmas'?

   Ben Rector cited 'A Charlie Brown Christmas' as the biggest inspiration for the album's direction. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, he opted for a smaller, stripped production with an emphasis on jazz instrumentation to evoke feelings of nostalgia.