While singing songs filled with joy and hope in front of thousands of fans each night, it might appear that Dave Frey’s life has always been perfect and problem-free. But that couldn’t be farther from the truth. From his parents divorce while he was in high school to a fiancee cheating on him while he was out on tour, Dave understands despair more than most.

Dave Frey is the lead singer and co-founder of the band Sidewalk Prophets. Since winning the Dove Award for New Artist of the Year in 2010, the band has five #1 hits, eight top five singles, and is currently working on their fourth studio album. Dave also maintains a belief that “there are no cats in America and the streets are made of cheese.”