Teen sensation Tate Butts announces his highly anticipated debut project, Something To Believe In, arriving Friday, July 10. The seven-track collection showcases the South Carolina native’s signature blend of faith-filled messages and infectious pop melodies. The debut follows the release of the empowering “Brought Me This Far” earlier this year and his breakout debut “My Defender” at the end of 2025.
“I’m so excited for this EP!” shares Butts. “It means a lot to me because I feel like the songs remind us that no matter what we’re going through or facing in life, God is always with us. Since God is always with us, we never have to lose hope and we always have something to believe in.”
Less than a year into his rapid rise, Butts is building a purpose-driven platform devoted to reaching the next generation through his uplifting music. With Butts credited as a co-writer on all seven tracks, Something To Believe In traces his personal faith journey, highlighting his trust in God and the purposeful plan He has built for his life. Butts’ music reflects a perspective far beyond his years, pairing messages rooted in gratitude with a pop-driven sound. He gave listeners a first glimpse of the forthcoming project with “Brought Me This Far” in April.
Butts made his breakout debut at the end of 2025 with “My Defender,” which debuted at No. 38 on Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs chart and quickly gained traction across streaming and social platforms. The momentum led to an invitation to perform with crossover superstar Brandon Lake and make an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show for a live interview and performance.
Since the debut single’s release, which has reached over 15 million global streams, Butts’ momentum continues to build. Keep up with Butts’ upcoming announcements on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Something To Believe In tracklist:
1. “When I Pray”
(Tate Butts, Joe Kirkland, Jimmy Robbins, Nick Bays)
2. “Hideaway”
(Tate Butts, Johnny Simpson, John Hall)
3. “I’m Gonna Sing”
(Tate Butts, Billy Dawson, Micah Carpenter)
4. “Brought Me This Far”
(Tate Butts, Jonathan Gamble, Bonnie Dymond, Benny Brisk)
5. “My Defender”
(Tate Butts, Benny Brisk, Brandon Paddock)
6. “Shadow”
(Tate Butts, Benny Brisk, Gabe Foust)
7. “Coulda Woulda Shoulda”
(Tate Butts, Dylan Edmunds, John Townsend)
ABOUT TATE BUTTS:
Tate Butts is a 14-year-old singer and songwriter from South Carolina. Butts brings a heartfelt and youthful perspective to his music, pairing catchy melodies with a grounded sense of authenticity. His faith plays a central role in his artistry, fueling both his message and his drive to connect with listeners in a meaningful way. His debut single, “My Defender,” became a breakout moment, surpassing 1 million cross-platform streams in its first week and igniting rapid growth across social media, where his audience has now climbed past 1 million followers. The response reflects more than viral momentum; it’s proof that a generation is connecting with the honesty and hope in his message. That impact has reached beyond music as well. Recently, he joined Sienna Spiro in Gap’s “Give Your Gift” holiday campaign, a celebration of young creatives using their talents to inspire, uplift and influence culture. Less than a year into his rapid rise, he will release his seven-track debut EP, Something To Believe In, on Friday, July 10. With a rapidly growing social media presence and a natural gift for performing, Butts is carving out his own lane as one of the most exciting young voices in pop.
Tate Butts is a 14-year-old singer and songwriter from South Carolina. Butts brings a heartfelt and youthful perspective to his music, pairing catchy melodies with a grounded sense of authenticity. His faith plays a central role in his artistry, fueling both his message and his drive to connect with listeners in a meaningful way. His debut single, “My Defender,” became a breakout moment, surpassing 1 million cross-platform streams in its first week and igniting rapid growth across social media, where his audience has now climbed past 1 million followers. The response reflects more than viral momentum; it’s proof that a generation is connecting with the honesty and hope in his message. That impact has reached beyond music as well. Recently, he joined Sienna Spiro in Gap’s “Give Your Gift” holiday campaign, a celebration of young creatives using their talents to inspire, uplift and influence culture. Less than a year into his rapid rise, he will release his seven-track debut EP, Something To Believe In, on Friday, July 10. With a rapidly growing social media presence and a natural gift for performing, Butts is carving out his own lane as one of the most exciting young voices in pop.