Benjamin Hightower: From Military Service to Music, AGT & LGBTQ+ Advocacy

On this episode of Left of Str8 Show Interviews, Scott Fullerton welcomes Benjamin Hightower, singer/songwriter, veteran, and America’s Got Talent performer, for an inspiring conversation about military service, music, identity, faith, and advocacy. Benjamin shares his transition from the Air Force to the stage, his songwriting process behind “Holy Astronaut,” and his passion for supporting LGBTQ+ youth and veterans’ mental health. His AGT journey has been highlighted as part of his extraordinary move from military service into performance.Listen to the story behind the Holy Astronaut song and discover how faith and romance intersect in this latest track. Get the full inspiration behind the lyrics and hear the chorus.This video provides an intimate look at the creative process behind my new music release, Holy Astronaut. I discuss the core themes of maintaining personal conviction while fully supporting a partner's passions, even when those passions take you to the edges of the cosmos. If you are interested in the intersection of faith and love, this breakdown offers context on why I wrote these specific lines.By watching, you will gain a deeper understanding of the song meaning and the emotional weight behind the chorus. I explain the artistic choices made to capture the feeling of worthiness in a relationship. Whether you are a fan of thoughtful songwriting or curious about the inspiration behind Holy Astronaut, this discussion clarifies the narrative arc I intended for the track.Subscribe for weekly songwriting breakdowns, and comment below on which part of the song resonated with you the most.Watch Left of Str8 Interviews every week for smart, funny, and heartfelt conversations with LGBTQ creatives, straight allies, entertainers, authors, musicians, filmmakers, and changemakers. Each episode goes beyond the usual interview to uncover the stories, struggles, laughs, and lessons behind the work — with guests who inspire, entertain, and remind us why visibility matters. Subscribe and come back weekly for fresh voices, meaningful conversations, and a little bit of fabulous you will not find anywhere else.Subscribe for excellent interviews from Entertainment, Music, Books and Advocacy. Hit the little bell for weekly notifications. New Episodes drop every week. Tell your friends.Follow Us on Instagram:Scott Fullerton: @leftofstr8Benjamin Hightower: @benjaminhightower_Tik Tok:Scott Fullerton: @leftofstr8Benjamin Hightower: @benjaminhightower