Lionel Cartwright
Artist, Musician
Lionel Cartwright is a West Virginia native whose unconventional creative path has taken him from country radio hits to television composing and beyond. As part of country music's early 90s class, he scored chart-toppers including "Give Me His Last Chance," "I Watched It All On My Radio," and "Leap of Faith," followed by years of national and international touring alongside country's biggest stars.
When country music's direction shifted in the late 90s, so did Lionel. He pivoted to television composing, landing hundreds of placements across various TV shows while building a home studio that allowed him to balance creative work with being present as a father and husband.
"My path has been very unconventional, but it's been a good fit for me," says Lionel. "I've been fortunate to do work I love while being totally invested as a dad and husband. I'm grateful for a life that is both relationally rich and creatively flourishing."
Today, Lionel hosts the podcast and YouTube series Off The Charts, which reexamines creative success beyond fame and money. He encourages others to find their unique creative voice through whatever outlet fits their wiring—whether songwriting, gardening, starting a business, community service, or any of thousands of other creative endeavors. "I believe all humans are creative," Lionel maintains, "and finding a healthy expression for your unique creative outlet is key to experiencing a meaningful, satisfying life."
