Vulnerability, Faith, and Family: Bodie's Murder My Ego Tour

Words & Photos by Eric Nwokocha

There's something powerful about witnessing an artist who isn't afraid to strip away the facade and be themselves with their audience. On May 3rd, 2025, Bodie brought the Murder My Ego Tour to The Rail in Fort Worth, Texas, for what would be the first show of the tour, and what I experienced was more than just a concert—it was a showcase in authenticity, vulnerability, and the kind of honesty that speaks to the heart.

Walking into The Rail, I had no idea what to expect. This was my first introduction to Bodie's music entirely, having never heard his songs before stepping foot in the venue. What I discovered was an artist whose 15 million global streams on "whisper in the wind,” and platform that includes appearances on The Voice and 142k Instagram followers hasn't inflated his ego—it's actually done the opposite. Here was an artist using his influence to point people toward someone bigger than himself.

The spiritual journey that unfolded over the course of the evening was intentional and profound. Opening with "GOD DID," Bodie immediately established the foundation for everything that would follow—this wasn't going to be a show about him, but about the God who's orchestrating his story. The progression through "IDC Now," "SAY SO," and "LIAR LIAR" built momentum and showcased his musical blend of pop, alternative, hip-hop, and Christian indie, while maintaining that thread of authenticity that would become the defining characteristic of the night.

But it was when Bodie transitioned into "KNOW" that the evening truly shifted. Before launching into the song, he paused to talk about his wife and family, sharing how his ultimate desire isn't to be a well-known musician, but to be a good husband and father first. In that moment, you could feel the entire room lean in, because this wasn't showmanship—this was a man being completely honest about his priorities and what matters to him.

“KNOW,” the fifth song off the Happy To Be Here EP, is a song that wrestles with divine alignment and the fear of wasting time outside of God's will. Hearing him sing, "I just wanna know / Deep in my heart and my soul / Is this where You want me to go," you could sense that these weren't just lyrics to him—they were prayers he was singing in real time. The vulnerability in his voice as he confessed being "tired of striving to feel alive" and "running from rest" resonated through the intimate space of The Rail, creating a moment where it felt like we were all invited into his personal conversation with God. Sonically, the combination of synths, electric guitar, piano, and very prominent drum kicks create a very blended musical experience, and the buildup to the chorus, as is for many of the songs on the EP, was very exciting and satisfying for me and the crowd to hear live. 

What struck me most about the crowd was its diversity. Families with young children, teenagers, young adults, and parents of all ages filled the venue, all singing along word-for-word to songs that clearly meant something deep to them. This wasn't just entertainment—this was a community gathered around shared values and authentic expression of faith.

"Whisper in the wind" was another substantial moment in the show, and it's easy to understand why it's reached 15 million streams and continues climbing the Billboard charts. The song captures that universal experience of feeling God's presence in both the dramatic moments and the quiet whispers of life. When Bodie sang, "No, I don't need to see it to believe it / For my whole life, You've been that all I've needed," the entire room seemed to exhale together, as if collectively acknowledging that shared experience of divine faithfulness. The delivery of the bridge—"I don't wanna waste any time, just looking for You in the sky when You're so close I could feel it's Your breath that I'm breathing"—was intimate and conversational, like he was sharing a secret with his closest friends.

The Rail's layout contributed significantly to this sense of intimacy. Unlike larger venues that can feel impersonal, The Rail created an environment where every person felt close to the stage, where eye contact between artist and audience was natural, and where Bodie's vulnerability could be felt rather than just observed. The sound quality was impressively loud and clear—especially remarkable for the first show of a tour—allowing every nuanced vocal run and every whispered confession to reach the back of the room.

As the evening progressed through "Smile" and "Gratitude," it became clear that Bodie understands the importance of joy and thankfulness in the faith journey. These weren't throwaway tracks—they were essential pieces of a complete spiritual narrative that acknowledges both struggle and celebration.

But it was the closing song, "RIP," that brought everything full circle and sent the crowd into its most enthusiastic response of the night. This was clearly what many people had come to hear, and Bodie delivered it with the passion and conviction that the song demands. The title track of his Murder My Ego tour, "RIP" is essentially a funeral song for pride and selfishness. When he sang, "Murder my ego, time to let me go / Knife to my conscious, love to my people," the entire venue was singing along, understanding that this wasn't just a catchy hook—it was a battle cry for spiritual maturity.

The refrain "Put my pride in the ground" became a communal declaration, with voices of all ages joining together in what felt like a collective commitment to growth and humility. The way Bodie delivered the pre-chorus—"'Cause when my flesh is dying / Is when I come alive"—was both triumphant and surrendered, capturing the paradox of Christian faith that finds strength in weakness and life in death to self.

What made this concert particularly special wasn't just the spiritual depth of the content, but the humanity of the artist himself. Bodie never positioned himself as someone who had it all figured out. Instead, he presented himself as someone on the same journey as everyone in the room, wrestling with the same questions, fighting the same battles with ego and pride, and desperately needing the same grace he was singing about. That authenticity is what makes him touchable to his fans in a way that transcends typical artist-audience relationships.

For someone stepping into Bodie's world for the first time, what stood out to me was how his platform and success haven't created distance between him and his audience. The “Murder My Ego” tour title isn't just marketing; it's a mission statement for an artist who understands that true influence comes not from elevating yourself, but from pointing others toward someone greater.

As the evening concluded, Bodie's commitment to his fans became even more evident during the meet and greet that followed. Despite being visibly tired after pouring his heart out on stage for over an hour, he didn't leave until every single person who wanted to meet him had the chance. Watching him sign autographs, take pictures, and have genuine conversations with fans—including young children who were clearly starstruck—reinforced everything his music had communicated about his character. This wasn't an artist going through the motions; this was someone who genuinely cared about the people who had chosen to spend their evening with him.

As people finally filtered out of the venue, you could sense that they weren't just leaving a concert—they were leaving with something to carry with them. In a music landscape often dominated by surface-level content and manufactured personas, Bodie represents something rare: an artist whose vulnerability and spiritual honesty create space for genuine transformation, both on stage and in the personal moments that follow.

If the first show of the Murder My Ego tour is any indication of what's to come, audiences across the country are in for something special. This isn't just entertainment—it's ministry disguised as a concert, vulnerability set to music, and faith expressed in a way that feels both deeply personal and universally relatable.

Make sure to stay up to date with Bodie, including checking out the second remix of “whisper and the wind” featuring singer Claire Leslie, and his upcoming performance at the Alive Music Festival in Mineral City Ohio on July 17-19, 2025, and follow him on social media to stay updated on his journey of faith, family, and music that matters.