Big moment alert out of Nashville: gospel artist T-RAN (Terran Gilbert) just made history as the first African American artist ever appointed Tennessee Ambassador of Music & Entertainment—and honestly, he didn’t just accept the honor… he performed the house down while doing it.
On March 23, 2026, inside the Tennessee State Capitol, things got a little less “government as usual” and a lot more goosebumps. State Rep. Greg Vital and the House of Representatives officially recognized T-RAN, placing him in the same legendary lane as icons like Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, and Reba McEntire. Casual.
But here’s where it gets even better—T-RAN didn’t just shake hands and smile for photos. He delivered a live performance of his new single “More of You” right there on the House floor. Think live strings, acoustic guitar, and a room full of lawmakers suddenly having a full-on spiritual moment. The Capitol basically turned into a concert venue for a minute.
For T-RAN, who’s a proud resident of Nashville, this wasn’t just a career win—it was personal. His roots run deep, and so does his impact. Beyond the music (which blends gospel, hip-hop, and soul in a way that actually hits), he’s been putting in real work through his creative agency 22Visionz Entertainment and his nonprofit Live And Not Die Inc., focusing on community outreach, faith, and mental health.
And he knows exactly what this moment means.
“This moment is bigger than me… it represents the power of faith, the influence of music, and the importance of seeing our stories recognized.”
You feel that.
From performing across three continents to now being officially recognized at the state level, T-RAN’s journey is one of those rare blends of talent, purpose, and timing. And with this appointment, Tennessee isn’t just celebrating an artist—it’s acknowledging a bigger, long-overdue truth about the voices shaping its cultural legacy.
Safe to say… this is one for the history books.
Watch the recap of T-Ran accepting his award here.
Watch the Official Visualizer for his most recent single “More of You” here.
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