INFORMATION
Cory Asbury is an American contemporary Christian musician, worship leader, and songwriter known for his powerful worship songs and emotional style of singing. He was born on October 15, 1985, in the United States and grew up in a Christian home where music and church played an important role in his life. From a young age, he developed a passion for worship music and began writing songs that expressed his faith and personal relationship with God.
Asbury became widely known through his involvement with the worship movement at International House of Prayer in Kansas City, Missouri. During his time there, he served as a worship leader and gained experience leading worship services and writing songs. His early exposure to this community helped shape his musical style, which blends heartfelt lyrics with contemporary worship sounds.
He later became associated with Bethel Music, a well-known Christian worship collective based in Redding, California. Through this platform, Cory Asbury reached a global audience with his songwriting and performances. In 2018 he released the album Reckless Love, which included the hugely popular worship song Reckless Love. The song became a major hit in Christian music, topping Christian charts and being sung in churches around the world. Its message about God’s unconditional love resonated with many listeners and significantly increased his popularity.
Over the years, Cory Asbury has released several albums and worship songs that have influenced contemporary Christian worship. Another notable album is To Love a Fool (2020), which includes songs reflecting his personal faith journey and experiences. His music often focuses on themes such as God’s love, grace, faith, and personal devotion.
Cory Asbury has also toured internationally, leading worship at churches, conferences, and Christian events. Through his songwriting, recordings, and ministry, he has become one of the recognizable voices in modern Christian worship music, inspiring many believers through songs that emphasize a deep and personal connection with God.
