James Fortune "I Trust You" wins Ascap Song of the Year!

New York City—(JUNE 29th, 2009)— Co-written by James Fortune and Terence Vaughn, the sensational Gospel Anthem “I Trust You” was named the GOSPEL SONG OF THE YEAR at the 22nd Annual American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers Awards. The ASCAP Awards honor songwriters and publishers of the most celebrated songs on the Gospel, R&B, Hip-Hop and Rap Charts. “I Trust You” topped Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs chart for a historic 29 weeks, and claimed the title of the longest running #1 Gospel single.
The star-studded event, which was attended by leading recording artists, songwriters and music industry notables, began with a moment of silence in remembrance of Michael Jackson and his music. James Fortune dedicated his riveting performance at the award ceremony to the Late King of Pop. A short montage highlighted the illustrious career of Michael Jackson while several award recipients and presenters mourned the great loss. When award recipients and presenters mourned the great loss. When Alicia Keys accepted ASCAP’s Golden Note Award she thanked Michael for his legacy and said “"He gave from his heart and was a genuine and blessed artist.”
James, who until a few years ago was homeless and could not provide a home for his wife and children, has struck a chord with millions with his passionate music and true to the heart Gospel Anthems. Distinguished music artists such as Wyclef Jean, Melissa Ford, GS Boys, NeYo, Jeremiah, D-Woods, Shanice, Alicia Keys and Christiana Milan, among others, were moved by James’ riveting performance at the ASCAP Awards and paid homage to his music as well as his inspirational testimony. James Fortune & FIYA have gone from empowering youth in the Greater Houston area to uplifting millions with their nationally acclaimed debut album You Survived!, released in September 2004. They have been blessed to open for celebrated artists such as Stevie Wonder, John P. Kee, Kim Burrell, Fred Hammond and several others in addition to being nominated four years in a row for the Texas Gospel Youth & Young Adult Choir of the Year. Accompanied by iconic GRAMMY-Award winning Gospel artists such as Kirk Franklin, Shirley Caesar, and Yolanda Adams, James Fortune & FIYA have dazzled audiences with their fiery presence and continue to enjoy trail-blazing crossover success with their wide-reaching message of hope and salvation set to uplifting urban contemporary music.