BIO

Honey Ribar's life is a melody, a testament to the transformative power of faith and the unwavering call of a lifelong dream. From her very first performance at five years old, singing "Tomorrow" from Annie, Honey felt a "glimmer of the Lord's voice," instantly knowing her purpose. This profound sense of peace, joy, and gratitude ignited a passion that has guided her through every challenge, shaping her into the authentic, loving artist she is today.

From Pop to Purpose: A Journey of Redemption

Honey's early career saw her light up stages, winning singing competitions across the tri-state area, including Minnesota Idol and the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Competition. She even released pop singles like "Plastic" and "Have Mercy," performing for audiences at iconic venues like Madison Square Garden and the Xcel Energy Center. Yet, it was in 2020, through her courageous journey of recovery from addiction, that her music truly found its sacred calling. Facing immense personal struggles—including addiction, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety—Honey consistently found solace and an unbreakable connection to God through worship and song.

A Voice for the Lord

This profound experience led her to become a dedicated worship leader, solidifying her conviction that her ultimate purpose is to create music that draws hearts toward the Lord. Her recent singles, including "Be My Vision (Hallelujah)," "Earthquake (Singing Your Praises)," and "Here I Am (Glorify You)," are far more than just songs. They are powerful reflections of her raw, real journey, brimming with emotional depth and an authentic expression of faith. Each note is a testament to the healing and hope she's found.

Milestones and Miracles

Honey's unwavering dedication and heartfelt message have resonated with millions. Her YouTube channel boasts over 4 million views, and her music has garnered international attention, with "This Time" receiving radio play in the UK and being featured on Spotify's Discover Weekly. In 2025, she was honored with the Annual Christian Songwriting Award for "Earthquake (Singing Your Praises)" and was a 2nd quarter winner for "Be My Vision (Hallelujah)." She's been nominated into the prestigious Recording Academy and continues to go viral, touching lives with her powerful, God-given message.

For Honey, God is the ultimate musical influence, the divine author of every note and lyric. Her story is a vibrant testament to surrendering control, trusting in a higher power, and allowing past struggles to forge a path of unparalleled purpose. Honey Ribar isn't just singing; she's sharing God's transformative power, one soul-stirring melody at a time, inviting everyone to experience the love and redemption that has changed her life.

TESTIMONY

My name is Honey Ribar. I am a singer-songwriter, a worship leader, and an addict in recovery. My life has been a collision of wrong turns that finally landed me on the road I was meant for. I'm not here by accident, and neither are you. So I have to ask: Who are you? What brought you to this exact moment?

God has a reason for your presence here, a purpose woven into your very existence. My prayer is that my story helps you understand your own.

I found my voice at five years old, singing on a stage for the first time. In that moment, I felt a holy, indescribable joy—the first glimmer of God’s voice in my soul. But as I grew, the world began to twist that passion into performance. Chasing a dream from NYU to a record deal in Los Angeles, I became a version of myself the industry wanted: thin, branded, and breaking. I micromanaged calories, developed an eating disorder, and battled a depression I couldn't understand. I had everything I thought I wanted, but I was hollow.

The only escape was to numb the emptiness. I drank until I blacked out, waking up in hospitals and, eventually, in a solitary confinement cell after a DUI. That jail cell was my rock bottom. And in that terrifying silence, as the sun rose, I heard God’s voice clearer than ever: “You’re no longer a slave to fear. Let go.”

In the depths of my failure, I felt a peace no success had ever given me. I knew then that only He could make this mess beautiful.

I surrendered. I entered recovery and, by God's grace, I am now celebrating four years of sobriety. For so long, I thought God was calling me to sing. I was wrong. He was calling me to worship. The mess, the pain, the fear—it wasn't a detour; it was the training ground. It taught me to release the illusion of control and trade my plans for His purpose.

My greatest fear became my greatest liberation: the death of the person I was trying so hard to be. By letting her go, I found new life in Christ.

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)

We waste so much energy on fear when we could be using it for faith. So I ask you again: What passion did God place in your heart? Stop waiting for the path to be perfect. Get messy. Let go of the fear of not being enough, because He declares that you are. Your story is unfolding right now, on purpose. Go live it.

“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7)