The song is done in the hope of being a big help to people who have suicidal thoughts.
TerryLee WHETSTONe
"Igniting Minds with Every Word"
Spoken word artist, storyteller, and musician. TerryLee WHETSTONe weaves powerful narratives through rhythm and verse. His work explores themes of heritage, humanity, and truth, blending spoken word with soulful melodies from the Native American style flute and other musical influences.
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TerryLee WHETSTONe 2024 President's Award
2020 Inductee into the Indie Music Hall of Fame in Hollywood
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Guilds: ASCAP
"Global Music Award Winner"
(48-World Class Music Awards and 51-International Music/Video & Documentary Winner)
*2026 - May, To each and every one of you who has continued to support me throughout this journey in art, music, and video creation — thank you from the bottom of my heart.
It has been an incredible walk having all of you beside me while participating in the 2026 The People’s Artist campaign presented by Johnny Depp.
As of Thursday evening, 05.28.2026, I finished in 11th place. Only the top ten artists were able to move forward into the next round, so this chapter of the journey now comes to a close for me.
Even so, I do not see this as an ending. I see it as another meaningful step along the road we have traveled together. Your encouragement, kind words, shared posts, votes, messages, and belief in what I create have meant more to me than words can fully express.
Over the years, many of you have stood beside me through every project, every performance, every spoken word piece, every song, every video, and every event I have been honored to be part of. That kind of support is something I never take for granted.
Thank you for believing in my voice, my vision, and the stories I continue to share. The journey continues forward, and I am grateful to have all of you walking this path with me. With respect and gratitude, TerryLee WHETSTONe
*2026 - February 2026, Global Music Awards, Bronze medal for a single song, titled “The Inward Light”
*2025 - (6) Awards at the Indie Music Channel Awards: Best Children's Artist, Best Children's Producer, Best Children's Video under $5000.00, Best Soundtrack Artist, Best Soundtrack Recording, Best Soundtrack Song
*2025 - Radio Music Awards (Indie Music Channel), Best Children's Recording and Best Children's Song. Both wins were for song, “Shine Like the Stars”.
*2025 - Interview in the First Indie Music Channel Magazine (online)
https://www.indiemusicchannelmagazine.com/terryleewhetstone
*2025 - Release of first book, “STUDIO SHENANIGANS”,
(Since TerryLee owns and runs a Recording Studio, “Ahwatukee Productions LLC”, About Murphy's Law & People's actions)
*2025 - Release of the second Children's Album, “1.2 In a Child's Mind” (Digital Release)
*2025 - Release of the 33rd Album, “Shadows of the Soul”
*2024 - President's Award fora all the years of “Accomplishments in Music”, and 6 awards for the album “SPIRIT”
*2024 - Radio Music Awards (Indie Music Channel), Best Children's Song, “Spirit of the Prairie”.
*2024 - Release of the 32nd Album, “SPIRIT”
*2023 - Release of the 31st Album, “ME/WE”
*2022 - Release of the 30th Album, “Blue DragonFly”
*2021 - Release of Two Albums: “There is a Message” and First Children's Album, “In a Child's Mind”
*2021 - September, Indie Music Channel Awards: "There is a Message.... Listen" Album, three personal awards: Best Easy Listening Producer, Best Children's Recording, Best Children's Songwriter, and One award for being a part of an International Collaboration - La Sagrada Familia under the Best World Artist category.
*2020 - Inductee into the Indie Music Hall of Fame in Hollywood
*2020 - Release of Two Albums: “W.O.R.L.D. P.E.A.C.e.?” and Special Release Album, “C,H.A.D. Tribute”
*2019 - Release of the 25th Album (Quarter of a Century), “STEPPING STONe”
Music & Spoken Word
A selection of TerryLee's most impactful spoken word songs include:
* Whispers of Hope - Standing Against the Shadow (See below to play the song)
* Bones of the Forgotten
* This Land, This Country
* What is Freedom?
"Igniting Minds with Every Word"
TerryLee Whetstone – Spoken Word Artist, Storyteller, and Visionary
TerryLee Whetstone is more than just a name—it’s a voice, a rhythm, and a journey through words and music. As a spoken word artist, storyteller, and songwriter, TerryLee blends the power of poetry with the soul of sound, crafting pieces that resonate deeply with listeners. His artistry is rooted in truth, emotion, and cultural awareness, weaving together themes of history, justice, nature, and the human experience.
With a lifetime of wisdom and an unwavering passion for storytelling, TerryLee brings spoken word to life through his unique fusion of poetic cadence and musicality. Whether addressing the echoes of the past, the urgency of the present, or the possibilities of the future, his words carry a message that lingers in the heart and mind.
Through Ahwatukee Productions LLC / Music4Winds LLC, TerryLee creates meaningful works that inspire reflection, conversation, and action. His projects range from thought-provoking spoken word pieces to children’s songs, instrumental compositions, and narratives that challenge mainstream perspectives. His music and poetry are a bridge between generations, cultures, and ideas—always seeking to uplift, educate, and stir the soul.
TerryLee Whetstone is a storyteller of the people, for the people. His work stands as a testament to the power of words and their ability to shape, heal, and transform the world.
Always walk with Respect in front of You and When you are comfortable on your path, it doesn’t matter where it leads.
