Tyler Ward is an American independent singer-songwriter and producer who built his career largely through YouTube, where he's amassed over 2 million subscribers and 5+ billion views. Before turning to music, he focused on athletics, attending the United States Air Force Academy Preparatory School to play football before transferring to the University of Northern Colorado. He shifted toward songwriting and recording, initially posting acoustic covers and original songs from his parents' basement, an approach that helped him build a devoted fanbase without label backing. His debut album, Honestly, came out in 2013, and he's gone on to complete five worldwide headlining tours, sharing stages with acts like Switchfoot, the Beach Boys, the Jonas Brothers, and the Fray. He's collaborated with artists including Alex G. and Lindsey Stirling, and Warner Music Group tapped him alongside other YouTube stars like Kina Grannis and Peter Hollens to help promote a Hunter Hayes/Jason Mraz single…