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Anike: How Christian Hip-Hop Changed My Life — and Is Changing the Culture

Anike shares how God turned her passion for music into a calling, why she's speaking hope into the lives of young girls, and the faith that opened unexpected doors.
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How can hip-hop point people to Jesus? Dove Award-nominated artist Anike joins Crosswalk Talk's Michael Foust to share how Christian rap helped lead her to faith, why she said yes to God's calling, and what it's like being the first female artist signed to Reach Records. She also discusses encouraging young girls to stay true to their faith, the inspiration behind songs like Holy Girls, and why she believes believers don't have to follow the world's standards to make a difference. Plus, Anike shares the story behind her collaboration with Forrest Frank on Jesus Is Alive and explains how stepping out in faith led to the opportunity. 

This video originally appeared on GodTube.com

Photo Credit: ©GodTube / Anike

Originally published July 29, 2026.


Michael Foust has covered the intersection of faith and news for 20 years. His stories have appeared in Baptist Press, Christianity Today, The Christian Post, the Leaf-Chronicle, the Toronto Star and the Knoxville News-Sentinel. 

Listen to Michael's Podcast! He is the host of Crosswalk Talk, a podcast where he talks with Christian movie stars, musicians, directors, and more. Hear how famous Christian figures keep their faith a priority in Hollywood and discover the best Christian movies, books, television, and other entertainment. You can find Crosswalk Talk on LifeAudio.com, or subscribe on Apple or Spotify so you never miss an interview that will be sure to encourage your faith.

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