What A Friend lyrics by Benjamin William Hastings

VERSE 1
When I look back on my life
It isn't hard to see
The hand of the divine
Ever guiding me
The brightest days the darkest nights
And everything between
Lord how good You've been

CHORUS
Oh what a friend I've found in Jesus
Oh what a hope I have in my Savior's love
My first and last defense
My help my righteousness
What a friend I've found

VERSE 2
When I think of all the times
You've been there for me
Your word has been my light
That's helped me find my feet
Your steady hand Your faithfulness
How constant You have been
It's not hard to sing

BRIDGE
Every high every low
Should waves arise where the sea billows roll
I've a friend so no matter what life throws
It is well it is well
It is well with my soul

TAG
It is well it is well
It is well with my soul

End of What A Friend lyrics by Benjamin William Hastings

Quick Facts

Full Name: Benjamin William Hastings

Born: November 15, 1991

Place of Birth: Belfast, Northern Ireland

Genre: Christian contemporary / worship music

Role: Singer, songwriter, producer

Labels: Capitol CMG

Background & Journey

Grew up in Belfast, Northern Ireland.

Spent a significant period of his adult life in Sydney, Australia, where he became involved with the Hillsong worship movement.

Over time, transitioned into solo work while continuing to write and co-write many worship songs for Hillsong and other artists.

Involvement with Hillsong

Part of Hillsong United and Hillsong Worship teams, contributing vocally and as a songwriter.

Helped write/co-write powerful worship songs like “So Will I (100 Billion X)” and “Seasons.”

Solo Career

Released a self-titled debut solo album Benjamin William Hastings in November 2022. The album had 25 tracks and was a very personal project covering themes like worship, faith, doubt, identity, family, etc.

Followed it with deluxe and “songwriter” editions adding live, acoustic, and extra tracks.

Released a second album called Sold Out, Sincerely in October 2024.

Style & Themes

Known for honest, vulnerable songwriting. He often writes about spiritual growth, struggles (faith, doubt, “impostor syndrome”), family, and God’s faithfulness.

His music blends worship, acoustic, pop elements—songs meant both for listening and congregational worship.

Personal Life

Married to Jessa Hastings; they have children.

Currently based in Los Angeles, though his work remains global.