Country artist and guitar phenom Payton Smith joins the GodDog Podcast for an honest conversation about music, purpose, and faith. From growing up in Louisiana and chasing a Nashville dream at 14, to signing a record deal and releasing his latest project The Bridge, Payton shares the story behind the songs and the heart that drives them.

We talk about life on the road, learning to balance calling with comparison, and how faith keeps him grounded in an industry that never stops moving. Payton also opens up about his passion for guitar — how he uses it as a second voice in his music — and why trusting Jesus remains the most important part of his journey.

If you love heartfelt country music, powerful stories of perseverance, and conversations about purpose and identity, this episode will speak to you.

In this conversation:

• Payton’s journey from Louisiana to Nashville

• Breaking through with early releases and touring opportunities

• Writing and recording The Bridge

• The role faith plays in his career and personal life

• Staying grounded through comparison, pressure, and growth

• Why worship moments happen even on a country stage