Ryan Ellis

About

American contemporary Christian pop, R&B, and worship singer best known for the hit song, "Heart of the Father." After releasing his self-titled album featuring the track in July 2023, the album went on to peak at #2 on Mediabase after receiving more than 34 million streams. He is also responsible for tracks including "I Thank God" and "Lean on the Lord."

Before fame

He went on to discover his passion for music as a founding member of the hip-hop dance team JabbaWockeeZ. He spent time as the worship leader of Isla Upper and Isla Vista Worship.

Trivia

He spent five years enlisted in the U.S. Navy, during which time he did a tour of duty in Afghanistan. Prior to finding success as a solo artist, he performed with the Housefires Gospel Community, which released albums such as "How to Start a House, Part 1 & 2."

Family life

He was raised by a single mother. He and his wife, Cassie, are parents to sons Koa and Zayo. Their second son, Asa, passed away from a rare genetic condition.

Associated with

He recorded the song "Son of David" with singer Brandon Lake.