What makes Dear God by Cory Asbury notable?

The album's title track gained significant attention, resonating with listeners for its honest exploration of faith and doubt. It further established Asbury as a vital voice within the worship music scene, expanding on themes that challenge conventional expressions of spirituality. By the time 'Dear God' was released in October 2020, Cory Asbury had solidified his presence in contemporary Christian music following the success of his breakthrough album 'Reckless Love' in 2018. This project marks a return to a more stripped-down, personal songwriting style after a period of widespread acclaim.

How many songs are on Dear God?

Dear God has 2 tracks, running approximately 7 minutes.

Released 6 years ago this October

Dear God

Cory Asbury · 2020

7 min · 2 tracks

Intimate acoustic melodies intertwine with heartfelt confessions, creating a raw and vulnerable listening experience.

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Dear God (Acoustic) — This track exemplifies the album's core theme of grappling with faith through a personal lens, showcasing raw emotion and vulnerability in its delivery.
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Dear God (Acoustic) — The repetition of this track highlights its significance, emphasizing the emotional weight and sincerity behind each lyric as Asbury confronts existential questions.

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Dear God' was released in October 2020, Cory Asbury had solidified his presence in contemporary Christian music following the success of his breakthrough album 'Reckless Love' in 2018. This project marks a return to a more stripped-down, personal songwriting style after a period of widespread acclaim.
Stylistic neighbors: Bethel Music· Hillsong United· Maverick City Music