As I Ever Was with the boxmasters
Recording with Billy Bob Thornton and The Boxmasters
In 2023, Future Youth Records released As I Ever Was by Tausha and The Boxmasters, an original song written by youth artist Tausha Hanna and recorded and produced by Billy Bob Thornton and J.D. Andrew of The Boxmasters in support of FYR’s Emotional Health Campaign. The song was released on October 10, 2023, in recognition of World Mental Health Day. Recording took place at Billy Bob Thornton’s Pepper Tree Hill Studios, bringing together a youth voice and seasoned artists to spotlight the importance of emotional well-being through music.
As I Ever Was reflects Future Youth Records’ mission to empower Gen Z artists to use their creativity as a catalyst for social impact. Proceeds from the release support FYR’s ongoing work to elevate youth voices, while fostering conversations around mental health, and connection through meaningful, purpose-driven music.
“I heard that smiling helps you trick yourself into thinking you’re happy, so I’ve been trying it out, walking all over town but it feels so tacky. I don’t know if I can take another day, pretending to everyone I’m okay, just to have another sleepless night, fantasizing ‘bout setting my house on fire.”
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Acknowledgments & Credits
Very special thanks to Billy Bob Thornton and J.D. Andrew of The Boxmasters.
Written by: Tausha Hanna
Produced by: The Boxmasters
Recorded at Pepper Tree Hill Studios in Los Angeles
FYR: Robyn Flans, Jason Wall
Photos by: The Mogli
Video Production and Direction by: Steve Pellinacci
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