John Landrum Cooper, who was born on April 7, 1975, in Memphis, Tennessee, is an American musician best known for being the lead vocalist and bassist of the Christian rock band Skillet. In 1996 he created Skillet along with Ken Steorts.
The band has since gained a great deal of success; albums such as “Awake” (2009) and “Rise” (2013) have peaked at number two on both Christian and Rock charts. Skillet has sold over 2 million albums in America alone, not counting their international sales, and has also had multiple Grammy nominations.
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Biography
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | John Landrum Cooper |
| Date of Birth | April 7, 1975 |
| Place of Birth | Memphis, Tennessee, USA |
| Profession | Musician, Singer, Songwriter, Author |
| Band | Skillet |
| Role in Band | Lead Vocalist and Bassist |
| Years Active | 1989–Present |
| Genres | Christian Rock, Hard Rock, Alternative Rock |
| Major Albums | Awake, Comatose, Rise, Victorious |
| Net Worth | Estimated $16 million |
| Spouse | Korey Cooper (Member of Skillet) |
| Children | 2 |
| Books Authored | Wimpy, Weak and Woke, Awake & Alive to Truth |
| Achievements | Grammy Nominations, Platinum Albums, Over 2 Million Albums Sold in the U.S. |
| Other Projects | “!Hero: The Rock Opera,” Co-writing for Decyfer Down |
Net Worth
In 2025, his net worth estimation is $16 million. Cooper started off with the experimental rock group Seraph from 1989 to 1995.
Skillet
Beyond Skillet, Cooper has on a few occasions provided guest vocals for other artists and projects, such as for the album. Hero: The Rock Opera and writing the single “Best I Can” for Decyfer Down.
Wife
Cooper is married to Korey Cooper of the band Skillet and has two children with her.
Books
Cooper is also an author, having written books including Wimpy, Weak and Woke: How Truth Can Save America From Utopian Destruction” and “Awake & Alive to Truth: Finding Truth in the Chaos of a Relativistic World.”
Occupation
Known for his unapologetic beliefs, advocacy Christian causes in interviews, as well as his longevity in the Christian rock genre, Cooper has continued to use his platform to make a difference within music and among Christians.
FAQs
What does John Cooper do for Skillet?
John Cooper sings lead vocals and plays bass for Skillet. He formed the band in 1996 and has helped make it into one of the most successful rock bands, bringing his unique sound and writing along with it.
Does John Cooper have ever been involved in any other project outside the skillet?
Yes, John Coper had also worked on other projects. He did vocals for “!Hero: The Rock Opera” and co-wrote songs like “Best I Can” by Decyfer Down, and he is also an author of books that revolve around faith and culture.
