Coffee Table DeLights

Eli Soul was born, Billy Elijah Chandler, in Kingstree, SC on December 15, 1979 to the parents of Billy G. and Gloria Chandler. He is the elder of four siblings: Eric C., Josiah, Jeremiah, and Kimberly N. Chandler. He came to Christ at the age of 18, and was married to Krystal D. Chandler at 25 years old. The gift of writing started for Eli at an early age. At first, it was birthed in stories that he would write in elementary school that showed his colorful and vivid imagination. His writing then progressed, and at the age of 8 he begin writing poems that caused him to take an interest in producing rap lyrics also. He liked sports and drawing, but his passion was deeply embedded in rap music. Eli did not write Christian music until after being drawn by God. That was the turning point to the lyrical content of his music – getting to know Christ. The story lines became stronger and more impactful. Finally leading him to what he was chosen to do in life; minister through poetry and music. Eli is a minister and has spoken in front of small crowds (10 – 30) numerous times, but this was not until well in his 20’s. Maybe it was because of his extreme shyness and introverted demeanor, but now he finds it hard to stay bottled behind the scene. He witnessing the pain and hurt that many people are going through and is more than willing to answer the call.