Early Life

Lecrae Devaughn Moore was born on October 9, 1979, in Houston, Texas. He was raised by his single mother in a poor neighborhood in southern Houston. Shortly after his birth, he moved to Denver, away from his father, then to San Diego. At the age of 6, he was sexually abused by his babysitter. As a teenager, he struggled with drug addiction and engaged in criminal activity.

Conversion to Christianity

Lecrae became a Christian in 1995 at the age of 16. He credits his conversion to his grandmother, who shared her faith with him. Lecrae’s conversion led him to quit using drugs and turn his life around.

Music Career

Lecrae released his first mixtape, “Real Talk,” in 2003. He followed it up with a series of increasingly successful mixtapes and studio albums. His seventh studio album, “Anomaly,” debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart in 2014. Lecrae has won two Grammy Awards, one for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album for “Anomaly” and one for Best Rap Performance for his song “100.”

Acting Career

Lecrae has also appeared in several films and television shows, including “A Cross to Bear” and “Believe Me.”

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Lecrae is the co-founder of ReachLife Ministries, a non-profit organization that provides support and resources to urban youth. He is also an investor and co-owner of the audio production software MXD, and is a co-founder of the film production studio 3 Strand Films.

Personal Life

Lecrae is married to Darragh Moore and they have three children.

Awards and Recognition

Lecrae has won numerous awards for his music, including two Grammy Awards, two BET Awards, and seven Dove Awards. He has also been nominated for an American Music Award and a Billboard Music Award.

Legacy

Lecrae is one of the most successful and influential Christian hip hop artists of all time. He has helped to break down barriers between the Christian and hip hop communities, and has inspired millions of people around the world with his music and message.

Here are some of Lecrae’s most popular songs:

• “I Am”
• “100”
• “Church Clothes”
• “Blessings”
• “N.W.A.”
• “Fear Not”
• “Lose Myself”
• “Messengers”
• “Hope Out of Despair”
• “Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop”