I.T. Official Talks Faith Over Fame, Starting Over & His Purpose-Driven Music

I.T. Official is an artist whose journey stands at the intersection of faith, resilience, and purpose, redefining what success looks like in the music industry. After walking away from a corporate path, living out of his car to chase music, and later deleting a large portion of his catalog after giving his life to Christ, his story is one of radical transformation. With accomplishments like performing alongside artists such as Zauntee, 1KPhew, and KOTA the Friend, and landing a feature on the NBA2K21 soundtrack, I.T. has experienced both industry recognition and personal reinvention. Now, his music blends trap, R&B, and message-driven content, including themes of faith and mental health awareness. In this interview, he opens up about choosing purpose over popularity, the true cost of chasing the industry, and how he’s using his platform through ministry and media to inspire others. For I.T. Official, the mission is bigger than music—it’s about impact, truth, and leading with purpose.