Life, Values & Legacy: Our Chat with Ericka Corban

We’re looking forward to introducing you to Ericka Corban. Check out our conversation below.

Good morning Ericka, we’re so happy to have you here with us and we’d love to explore your story and how you think about life and legacy and so much more. So let’s start with a question we often ask: What are you most proud of building — that nobody sees?
The thing I’m most proud of that no one really sees is the atmosphere of our home. I’m intentional about creating a space that feels safe, peaceful, and full of love—a place where our children can truly thrive. It doesn’t always feel like a big accomplishment in the day-to-day rhythm of cooking meals, tidying up, or gathering around the table each night. But when I step back and look at the world, I’m reminded how valuable those simple things really are. Sharing a home-cooked meal, giving thanks together, and nurturing hearts with love and consistency—these quiet moments may not make headlines, but I believe they’re shaping the future. My prayer is that our children will carry that same sense of love and light into the world and reflect it to others. It’s unseen, but I believe it makes a lasting impact, one little heart at a time.

Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
Hi, I’m Ericka Corban. I’m a singer-songwriter, author, and creative storyteller who’s passionate about spreading hope and light through music, words, and family-centered adventures. My journey has taken me from performing on national stages—like NBC’s The Voice—to creating intimate, heartfelt moments in churches, elementary schools, and traveling with my husband and our 5 children, full time around the USA.

What makes my work unique is how deeply it’s intertwined with my life as a wife, mother of five, and full-time traveler. We live a nomadic lifestyle, homeschooling on the road and creating together as a family, which deeply shapes my music and my stories. Whether I’m writing a worship song, a children’s book, or a soulful country tune, everything I do is rooted in faith, family, and the belief that small acts of love can ripple out and change the world.

Right now, I’m releasing new music across different genres—Christian, country, and pop—while also expanding Tippy & Friends, my children’s book series, into an animated show. My hope is to create art that encourages, inspires, and leaves people feeling a little more seen and loved than before.

Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What did you believe about yourself as a child that you no longer believe?
As a child, I subconsciously believed I was a burden. I was an unplanned pregnancy, and while I was never unwanted, my teenage mother simply wasn’t prepared for the weight of single parenting. Deep down, I knew my life placed an enormous responsibility on her shoulders, and I carried that awareness quietly. Over the years, I’ve wrestled with the nuances of that reality and the subtle ways it shaped how I saw myself. But through faith, I’ve come to understand that while I may have been unplanned in human terms, I was never a mistake. God had a purpose for my life all along. I’ve learned that my worth isn’t tied to what I do or how much I give—it’s found in simply being loved by Him.

Was there ever a time you almost gave up?
Yes, there was a time I almost gave up. After my journey on The Voice didn’t unfold the way I had hoped, I felt like maybe that was God closing the door on music altogether. I actually stopped creating for about nine months. But during that season, I noticed a deep sadness creeping in—I realized I wasn’t myself without music. It wasn’t just a career dream; it was part of who I am.

In that quiet, God reminded me that while The Voice didn’t open the door I hoped for, He had other plans. I started writing again, and I discovered that music isn’t about the stage or the spotlight—it’s about the song. It’s about creating something meaningful that can move hearts. Now, I’m constantly chasing songs that carry purpose, that bring hope and light. My prayer is that my music blesses others and encourages them to keep dreaming—even when the path looks different than they imagined.

Next, maybe we can discuss some of your foundational philosophies and views? What are the biggest lies your industry tells itself?
One of the biggest lies the music industry tells itself—and artists—is that our work isn’t valuable unless it’s reaching millions. With streaming dominating the landscape, the value of music has been cheapened to the point where most artists can barely make a living from their own recordings. Unless you’re in the top one percent with millions of streams, it’s nearly impossible to sustain yourself solely on recorded music.

I’ve been fortunate to make a living through music, but it looks very different than I imagined. I play cover songs at high-end venues and events to help support my family while still pursuing my own original music. The sad reality is that executives and platforms are making the bulk of the profit while many artists—the very people creating the art—are left struggling. That’s where the term ‘starving artist’ comes from.

I think the deeper lie is that artists aren’t valuable. But the truth is, art and music are deeply valuable—they bring hope, healing, and beauty into the world. It’s the system that’s broken, not the worth of the music itself. My dream is that someday there will be a better way for creatives to thrive doing what they’re created to do.

Okay, so before we go, let’s tackle one more area. If you knew you had 10 years left, what would you stop doing immediately?
If I knew I only had 10 years left, I would stop doubting my calling and letting insecurity slow me down. I’d stop overthinking whether I’m too old for this industry or whether my music will ever go viral or be deemed ‘successful’ by the world’s standards. Instead, I would simply focus on being faithful to the work—writing, recording, and sharing the songs and messages I know I’m meant to bring into the world.

I’ve learned that age is just a number, and the heart behind a song matters far more than how it’s packaged or how many streams it gets. What truly counts is the impact it has on someone’s soul. So I’d let go of the fear of failure and fully embrace the purpose God has placed in me, knowing that if it blesses even one person, it was worth it.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://www.erickacorban.com
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erickacorban/profilecard/?igsh=MTN3N2Q0aWhzZmRvMg==
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/19RFAxqLzs/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
• Youtube: https://youtube.com/@erickacorban?si=WabWD-e1lc1zPcUA

Image Credits
All photos are either by my husband Mattaniah Corban, myself or our kids. 😅

With the exception of the live performance photo, sitting on the stage with lights in the background…that is by the photographer Cubby Graham, based in New York.

And the family photo of us in the field, that is by photographer Mitch Boeck based in Minnesota.