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Many of the songs on “Worlds Collide” were inspired by Bates’ work in Africa. Over the past two years, he’s helped develop a project called “Mission Bo”, a partnership with World Vision dedicated to bringing clean water, food, healthcare and education to the people of Sierra Leone. “It was a window into learning about things that break the heart of God,” says Bates of traveling to Africa. “We are committed to this 10-15 year development project. Seven buddies and I went over there a year ago for the first time, going to the poorest of the poorest of the poor, no running water, no electricity. It all got under our skin and just completely changed our paradigm about what really matters.”

Brian Bates knows firsthand the power of God’s restoration – from his work in Africa, from his own life. That knowledge infuses his music and directs his life. “The bottom line is Jesus is my hero,” he says. “I love him and I love how he lived his life. I want to follow in those footsteps. I wanna take it a little outside the box, but absolutely represent the heart of the Father, just like Jesus did. That’s my goal.”

“Share the secret”
A personal message from Brian…

The secret of being content in any circumstance… that’s what the Africans taught me, and why I wrote “You Danced“. The release of this song to radio as well as my FIRST EVER music video is especially exciting because I get to share that secret. Will you help me? Please let people know about “You Danced”!

Gratefully, BB