Chandler Moore facts for kids

Chandler David Moore (born March 21, 1995) is an American singer, songwriter, and musician. He plays the piano and guitar. Chandler is also a worship leader.

He is a member of Maverick City Music. This is a group of musicians who create contemporary Christian music and Gospel songs. Maverick City Music has released many projects since 2019.

Chandler has worked with other artists on popular songs. These include "Man of Your Word" with KJ Scriven and "Voice of God" with Dante Bowe and Steffany Gretzinger. He also sang "Jireh" with Naomi Raine and "Wait on You" with Dante Bowe. These songs were part of the album Old Church Basement with Elevation Worship. Both "Jireh" and "Wait on You" became very popular. Chandler has also collaborated with famous artists like Justin Bieber and Tori Kelly.

Early Life and Music Journey

Chandler David Moore was born on March 21, 1995. His parents are Bishop Brian David Moore and Elder Jametta Chandler Moore. He grew up in Charleston, South Carolina.

Chandler went to church often because his father was a pastor. Later, he became a music director at a small church in his hometown. He says this experience helped him feel a strong connection to God. This connection made him want to study the Bible more deeply.

Chandler then started singing backup for artists like Travis Greene and Tye Tribbett. He also wrote songs for Bri Babineaux and Tye Tribbett. Chandler began his own solo music career. He released several songs before his first solo album, Feelings, came out in 2020.

Chandler Moore's Music Career

Chandler Moore released his first song, "Never Runs Out," on June 20, 2014. He released another song, "Our Hope," later that year. In 2017, he was featured on Bri Babineaux's song "What You Don't Realize." He released his own song, "What a Friend," in 2018.

In 2020, Chandler was featured on All Nations Music's "Bless Your Name." This song became popular on Gospel radio. It reached No. 25 on the Hot Gospel Songs chart. Maverick City Music released "Man of Your Word" with Chandler and KJ Scriven. This song reached No. 18 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.

Chandler also sang on Dante Bowe's song, "Voice of God," with Steffany Gretzinger. It reached No. 36 on the Hot Christian Songs chart. He was also featured on Nathaniel Bassey's song, "Olorun Agbaye - You Are Mighty." On November 13, 2020, Chandler released his first visual album, Feelings. It quickly reached number four on Billboard's Top Gospel Albums chart.

In 2021, Chandler and Essential Worship released their version of Hillsong Worship's song "King of Kings." On March 26, 2021, Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music released "Jireh." Chandler sang on this song with Naomi Raine. "Jireh" became a huge hit. It reached No. 10 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart and No. 1 on the Hot Gospel Songs chart. This was Chandler's first time in the top ten on both charts.

Chandler also sang on "Wait on You" with Dante Bowe. This song was also from the Old Church Basement album. "Wait on You" reached No. 9 on the US Hot Christian Songs chart and No. 1 on the Hot Gospel Songs chart.

Awards and Recognitions

Chandler Moore has received many awards and nominations for his music.

At the 2021 GMA Dove Awards, he was nominated for two awards. These were for "Voice of God" and "Jireh."

He also received four Grammy Award nominations for the 2022 Grammy Awards. He was nominated for "Voice of God" and "Wait on You" in the Best Gospel Performance/Song category. He also received nominations for "Man of Your Word" and "Jireh" in the Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song category. The album Old Church Basement won a Grammy for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.

At the 2023 Grammy Awards, Chandler won several Grammys. He won for "Kingdom" with Kirk Franklin. The album Kingdom Book One also won Best Gospel Album. He won Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song for "Fear Is Not My Future" with Kirk Franklin. The album Breathe won Best Contemporary Christian Music Album.

Chandler Moore's Personal Life

Chandler Moore lives in Dallas, Texas, with his wife and children.

His son, Chandler D. Moore II (also called Deuce), was born on June 19, 2017. Chandler often shares photos with his son on social media. He also has another son named River.

In January 2021, Chandler's apartment was damaged by a fire. This happened while he was at a church service.

Chandler got engaged to Hannah Poole in March 2021. They got married on June 9, 2021, in Fort Worth, Texas. They have two children together: Krue, born in 2022, and Preston, born in 2023.

Chandler Moore's Music Albums

Chandler Moore has released his own studio album:

• Feelings (2020): This was his first album. It was released on November 13, 2020. It reached number 4 on the US Gospel charts.

Popular Songs by Chandler Moore

Chandler has released many songs as a lead artist and has been featured on many others.

Songs as a Lead Artist

• "Never Runs Out" (2014)
• "Our Hope" (2014)
• "What a Friend" (2018)
• "King of Kings" (with Essential Worship, 2021)
• "It's The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" (2021)
• "Anymore" (with the World Famous Tony Williams, 2021)
• "Worthy of My Song (Worthy of It All)" (with Maverick City Music and Phil Wickham, 2022)
• "No Longer Bound (I'm Free) (Forrest Frank cover)" (with Forrest Frank and Maverick City Music, 2023)

Songs as a Featured Artist

Chandler has been featured on many songs by other artists, including:

• "Wait on You" (Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music, 2021) - This song reached No. 1 on the US Gospel chart.
• "Kingdom" (Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin, 2022)

Other Charted Songs

Some other songs featuring Chandler Moore that have appeared on music charts include:

• "Yahweh" (All Nations Music, 2021)
• "trust in God" (2023)
• "All She Wrote" (with Justin Bieber, 2023)
• "Where You Go I Follow" (with Justin Bieber, Pink Sweats, and Judah Smith, 2023)
• "Where Do I Fit In" (with Justin Bieber, Tori Kelly, and Judah Smith, 2023)
• "Shall Not Want" (Elevation Worship and Maverick City Music, 2023)
• "Fear Is Not My Future" (Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin, 2022)
• "Jealous" (Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin, 2022)
• "Talkin Bout (Love)" (Maverick City Music and Kirk Franklin, 2022)