Get to Know Thomas Tyrone “Tye” Tribbett

Written by on November 10, 2023

Thomas Tyrone “Tye” Tribbett (born January 26, 1976) is an American gospel music singer, songwriter, keyboardist, choir director, and founder of the Grammy-nominated and Stellar Award-winning gospel group Tye Tribbett & G.A. (short for ‘Greater Anointing’). He is known for his energetic and charismatic stage presence, as well as his innovative and eclectic musical style, which blends traditional gospel with elements of pop, R&B, and hip hop.

Born and raised in Camden, New Jersey, Tribbett grew up surrounded by music. His father, Bishop Thomas Tyrone Tribbett, was a pastor, and his mother, Neicy Tribbett, was a minister and a disc jockey in the Philadelphia and New York area. He began playing piano at the age of five and started singing in church shortly thereafter. By his teenage years, he was leading the choir at his father’s church.

In 1996, Tribbett formed the group Tye Tribbett & G.A., which quickly gained a reputation for its high-energy performances and unique sound. The group released its debut album, Life, in 1998, and followed it up with a string of successful albums, including Victory Live (2006), Stand Out (2008), Greater Than (2013), and The Bloody Win (2017).

Tribbett has also enjoyed a successful solo career, releasing the albums Fresh (2010) and All Things New (2022). He has won numerous awards, including two Grammy Awards, six Stellar Awards, and two Dove Awards.

Tribbett is married to Shanté Tribbett, and they have two daughters. He is also an ordained minister and serves as the pastor of Life Church International in New Jersey. He also has a brother, Thaddaeus, who is part of the band “Soundcheck” and is now gigging for various artists. Additionally, he has two sisters; DeShantel Tribbett-Robinson and DeMaris Tribbett-Toy, who sang in Greater Anointing.

Here is a summary of Tye Tribbett’s biography:

  • Born: January 26, 1976, in Camden, New Jersey
  • Occupation: Gospel music singer, songwriter, keyboardist, choir director
  • Notable achievements: Founder of Tye Tribbett & G.A., two Grammy Awards, six Stellar Awards, two Dove Awards
  • Marital status: Married to Shanté Tribbett
  • Children: Two daughters

Tribbett is a highly respected figure in the gospel music industry, and his music has inspired and entertained millions of people around the world. He is a true innovator and a pioneer in the genre, and his legacy is sure to continue for many years to come.


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