06/09/2025
Artist Spotlight: Tammy Smith
“CoffeeTalk Gospel Media is proud to support Tammy Smith, a gifted gospel psalmist.”
“We are excited to introduce the CoffeeTalk Community to Gospel Psalmist Tammy Smith, a gifted singer, songwriter, and psalmist whose music inspires, heals, and uplifts hearts everywhere she goes.”
Tammy Smith is a gifted gospel psalmist, recording artist, and proud Chicago native who now makes her home in Florida. With a voice that carries both power and peace, Tammy has dedicated her life to ministering through music—sharing songs that heal, uplift, and draw hearts closer to God.
Through Coffee Talk Gospel Media, we’ve had the privilege of promoting her voice, her music, her image, and her ministry, helping to amplify her unique sound and story.
In this exclusive Artist Spotlight, Tammy opens up about her journey, her faith, and the inspiration behind her music. She reflects on discovering her calling at an early age, surviving life’s greatest trials, and using her voice as both a weapon of warfare and a source of healing.
What shines through most is her authenticity: Tammy’s ministry is rooted in prayer, scripture, and devotion, yet expressed with warmth, creativity, and joy. Whether leading worship in the church, ministering on stage, or sharing her testimony, she continues to inspire others with resilience, grace, and unshakable faith.
Here’s a closer look at her life, her calling, and her incredible gospel journey—straight from Tammy herself.
Q&A with Tammy Smith
Q: When did you discover your voice was a gift from God?
Tammy: At age 7. My mother, a classical pianist, heard me sing while teaching a student. She was so amazed by the tone of my voice that she had me sing for my father and later at church. From there, I became one of the youngest choir directors in town—using my voice to move hearts and bring people into a spiritual experience.
Q: Was there a defining moment when you knew music was your assignment?
Tammy: Yes. When I realized I could not only sing but bring healing to others, it became clear—this was an “I must do this” calling.
Q: How would you describe your sound?
Tammy: Warm, engaging, lively with energy, yet smooth enough to bring peace. My sound reflects my authentic walk with God and sparks curiosity about my story.
Q: What happens in the spirit when you sing?
Tammy: Burdens lift. Joy rises. Inspiration flows. People begin to smile again.
Q: How do you see your voice as a ministry tool?
Tammy: My voice is a weapon of warfare. It breaks yokes, lifts confusion, and ushers in calm, healing, and restoration.
Q: Tell us about the first song you wrote.
Tammy: “This Morning.” It was a simple song of gratitude—for the gift of life, breath, and knowing that God lives inside me.
Q: How do you define a psalmist versus a singer?
Tammy: A psalmist composes, and ministers' songs rooted in prayer, scripture, and worship. A singer focuses on vocal expression and performance—bringing life to songs written by others. Both are valuable, but the psalmist carries a special assignment to minister biblical truths through music.
Q: Do you believe gospel music still breaks chains?
Tammy: Absolutely. Gospel music birthed from prayer and anointing destroys despair, anxiety, and spiritual dryness. Classics like “Amazing Grace” and “Great Is Thy Faithfulness” still break chains and restore faith today.
Q: How do you prepare spiritually before ministering or recording?
Tammy: Fasting, prayer, seclusion, and studying God’s Word.
Q: Has music carried you through personal trials?
Tammy: Yes. I’ve survived breast cancer three times while supporting my husband through prostate cancer. Singing “The Blood” gave me strength and calmed my fear during my hardest season.
Q: How do you discern which songs to release?
Tammy: I listen to the Holy Spirit. Timing and the spiritual climate guide me—whether it’s a song for peace, comfort, celebration, revival, personal devotion, worship, or intercession. It’s all about what God is moving in the moment.
Q: Which of your songs is most personal to you?
Tammy: “Instrument of Praise,” written by my daughter She’von. She captured who I am and my lifelong calling. That song comes straight from her heart, and it reflects my heart as God’s instrument of praise.
Q: How did growing up in Chicago shape you?
Tammy: It taught me resilience. I learned confidence, strength, vigilance, and responsibility from my parents. I learned that worship is not a performance—it’s warfare, healing, and communion. My ear was trained not just for melody, but for the anointing. I learned to sing through silence and to love people deeply.
Q: How has living in Florida influenced your music and ministry?
Tammy: Florida has opened doors to education, summits, conferences, and networking with great entrepreneurs. My music has now expanded nationally and internationally, guided by phenomenal mentors.
Q: How has your family supported your calling?
Tammy: My family has been everything—loving, praying, traveling with me, attending engagements, and even serving as armor bearers. They’ve been steadfast supporters and protectors of my ministry.
Q: What spiritual values did your parents instill in you?
Tammy: Love God, be saved, seek His face first, believe in yourself, love others, be authentic, and always act wisely. Those values continue to guide my life and ministry.
Q: As a Black woman of faith, what legacy and leadership do you carry? Tammy: I walk deliberately as an example to enrich others’ lives. I stand on the shoulders of my parents and legendary leaders, embracing love, dignity, honor, tenacity, and value in all I do.
