Bri Babineaux

Bri Babineaux, born Briana Babineaux in Honolulu, Hawaii in 1994, is an American contemporary gospel singer known for her warm, intimate vocal style and songs of personal faith. She began her career in 2014 by posting recordings online, quickly drawing attention for her natural vocal talent, which led to a deal with Tyscot Records in 2015, one of gospel music's longest-running and most respected independent labels.

Her sound blends contemporary gospel with elements of R&B and pop, favoring stripped-down, worship-oriented arrangements over big-production church music. Songs such as «My Hands Are Lifted Up» and «My Everything» highlight her emphasis on vulnerability and direct spiritual expression, a style that has resonated strongly with younger gospel and worship audiences. Her albums «Keys To My Heart», «The Encounter», and the live follow-up «The Encounter Continues» trace a steady evolution from studio-based songwriting toward live worship recordings.

Babineaux has been noted in gospel media and by outlets covering the genre for bringing a younger, more contemporary sensibility to gospel music, drawing comparisons to pop artists for her relatable, youth-oriented appeal. Alongside her music career, she has pursued studies in criminal justice, balancing her recording and touring work with academic life. Her career reflects a broader trend of gospel artists building audiences through social media and independent-label support rather than mainstream crossover.