Strength doesn’t always shout; sometimes, it moves with rhythm and grace. Asa Weeks channels his energy into his music, his mentorship and the community he serves. For him, creativity is a response—an offering shaped by experience, grounded in faith and fueled by a deep desire to give back.
Raised in a Liberian household filled with music, food and artistic energy, Asa’s path into the arts was organic. His father, a musical director and choir leader, brought piano and powerful harmonies into their home, while his mother, a singer, caterer and cake artist, showed him the joy of creating beauty for others. “I was never really limited in what I could do or try,” Asa recalls. “That level of curiosity still fuels me to this day.”
His early performances in church and local youth rallies laid the foundation for the artist and leader he is now. From hosting Frederick’s National Day of Prayer Rally to performing with praise and worship teams, Asa found his voice in community spaces. Today, that same voice resonates through his work, far beyond the stage.
His music, raw and vulnerable, roots in his own personal storytelling. Tracks like Summertime and Run It By You speak to seasonal highs and emotional lows after losing a friend. His latest EP, Congratulations, Now Let’s Get to Work, marks a turning point in both his sound and mindset. “I used to think success was tied to a big win,” he shares. “Now I know success is about bringing something into reality that, without you, wouldn’t exist.” For Asa, true success is about creating something that leaves a lasting impact—something that resonates far beyond your own time and continues to make a mark.
That understanding also extends into how Asa sees himself—not just as a creative, but as a human. “It can be hard to ask for help,” he admits. “I felt like I needed to prove myself. But I’ve learned we’re not meant to do things alone. Anything worth achieving is worth doing together.” Just as the Bible says “Where two or more are gathered, the Lord is there with them.” Grounded in faith, Asa embraces collaboration as essential to growth and impact.
Mentorship is at the heart of that impact. Since connecting with I Believe in Me in 2022, Asa has become a dedicated volunteer and leader. He now teaches a podcast class for teens, creating space for youth to find and use their voice. “Seeing those kids reminded me of who I was at their age,” he says. “I had mentors who poured into me, and now it’s my turn. It’s a cycle—when we invest in the next generation, we’re also building ourselves.”
Looking ahead, Asa has two more music projects planned this year—his boldest yet. And while there are no official summer performances announced, the momentum continues to grow. Benefactor Events continues with budding partnerships at Bentztown and Brewer’s Alley.
“I’m ready to take everything I’ve grown in Frederick to a higher level,” Asa says. With dedication to his pursuit, strong purpose and commitment to community, he’s set for even greater things. Talent, combined with the drive to uplift others, paves the way for an impact that will be felt for years to come, leaving a legacy that extends far beyond the stage.
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“Music has done so much for me so I want to inspire and do that for others.”