User:Jwarnold2344/Joseph Baptista Smith

Early Life
Smith came of age in Atlanta, listening to classic soul like The Temptations, The Drifters, and Aretha Franklin. Before he could read music he would play along with the songs he heard on the radio. Gospel music was a family tradition and he came to sing in the church where he also played bass. He tries to bring his early influences on to the new melodies he creates.

Career
Smith works with severe and profound Special needs children professionally.

Spirituality and Music
Smith is extremely spiritual and considers music to be a gift from God. He follows the teachings of the Torah strictly and does not work from Friday night until Sunday. Keeping the commandments is the most important thing one can do. Smith considers making music to be like breathing, he cannot live without it.