SongVault Artist Profile

Singer/Songwriter/Producer born in Washington D.C. in February 1985. Raised around different styles of music and cultures, BillyD has a well-rounded understanding of many types of music. He instilled this into his own music as he developed his own personal unique style. His style and sound has been described as a Will Downing/Luther Vandross/Barry White sound. His musical influences are Whitney Houston, Luther Vandross, Peabo Bryson, Donny Hathaway, The Temptations, BoyzIIMen, Celine Dion, India.Arie, Pink, Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, Gladys Knight, and Patti Labelle. At the age of 9, BillyD started singing and writing songs in the privacy of his room. He kept it to himself for fear others would not understand his passion for what he was writing. Over the years, he would pen very emotional and deep lyrics to what would eventually be the songs that listeners would soon admire. In January 2008, BillyD decided that he would venture out and record his music that he had been keeping to himself for such a long time. In July 2008, the first song, "When Will I?" was completed. It would introduce him as a soulful artist with a story to tell. Shortly thereafter in December 2008, the uptempo club track, "Beautiful Stranger" was completed to show a fun side to the emotional vibes already displayed. Then in March 2009, "My Journey" was added to the now growing collection of what would be some truly emotional and moving music; a song about the rough path to overcoming all obstacles, prevailing amongst hardships, and surviving the storm of life's trials. BillyD is ready to keep making music that not only allows him to assuage the hurt and pain he has endured, but also to help others who have been through similar experiences to know they are not alone. The lyrics and message behind his music is deep, but this is his therapy and his release. If one heart is touched, then it will all have been worthwhile....it already has!