In this powerful episode of 116 Life on Holy Culture Radio, hosts Ace Harris and Meah sit down with artist Steven Malcolm for a conversation that goes far beyond music. What unfolds is a raw and inspiring look at resilience, faith, identity, and purpose.

Steven Malcolm opens up about a difficult start to 2026, sharing how illness affected his entire household and how a medical procedure slowed him down. Yet even in hardship, he highlights a key truth: life experiences fuel creativity. As he puts it, he gets “fed” by life and then pours that into his art. This perspective sets the tone for a deeper conversation about how pain can shape purpose.

One of the most impactful parts of the episode is Steven’s transparency about his upbringing. Growing up in a home marked by fatherlessness, trauma, and instability, he witnessed firsthand the effects of broken systems. Despite this, he chose a different path—driven not by family examples, but by inspiration from figures like Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan, whose discipline and work ethic became his blueprint.

Now a father himself, Steven emphasizes the importance of presence, something he lacked growing up. His commitment to being there for his children reflects a full-circle moment of healing and intentionality.

Beyond music, Steven is stepping into entrepreneurship, aiming to build platforms that support artists and create opportunities within Christian hip-hop. His vision includes mentorship, community impact, and economic empowerment—proving that success isn’t just about personal gain, but about lifting others up.

This episode is a reminder that growth often comes through struggle, and that purpose is found not just in talent, but in transformation.