William Matthews career in music started as a background vocalist for Kim Walker-Smith, Chris Quilala, Misty Edwards, John Mark McMillan, Brian & Jenn Johnson, and many others. Eventually he began to be known as a songwriter and artist and in 2010 was the first artist signed to Bethel Music. In early 2011 Bethel Music released its first label compilation, Be Lifted High, featuring two songs from William, Hope’s Anthem and Deep Cries Out. Later that year he released his first album