3.4K views · 79 reactions | Billy Strings shared the story behind one of his favorite songs he's written so far, "While I'm Waiting Here," and then gave a live performance of the song on a recent Behind The Mic session. Comment below with YOUR favorite Billy Strings song! Also, if you missed it, make sure to check out his full Behind The Mic session here: https://youtu.be/FdzZahYyOa4 | American Songwriter News | Facebook

Billy Strings’ bond with his dad, Terry Barber, is one of the most defining parts of his life and music. Terry wasn’t his biological father, but he stepped in early, raised him, and became the person who put a guitar in Billy’s hands and showed him the world of bluegrass. Growing up in a rough environment marked by addiction and instability, Billy found his safest space playing old tunes with Terry in their living room, learning flatpicking standards long before he ever hit a stage. As Billy’s c