Steve Crown, born Steve Crown Uche Okolo on September 27, 1990, hails from Benue State, Nigeria. Steve Crown is a renowned Nigerian gospel singer, songwriter, and music director. He hails from Benue State and was raised in Abuja in a devout Christian family. He was raised in Abuja in a devout Christian family, where his passion for music began at an early age. At just four years old, he developed a strong love for music, and by eight, he had joined the choir at Saint John’s Anglican Church. He was also a member of the Deacon Kids Band during his early years.
For his education, Steve Crown pursued a Diploma in Law at the University of Abuja. He later studied Office Technology and Management at the Federal Polytechnic, Kaura Namoda, Zamfara State.
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Career
Although he initially aspired to become a lawyer, his reflections on the mysteries of creation and existence led him to channel his passion into gospel music.
His breakout came in 2015 with the release of the hit single “You Are Great,” which propelled him into the limelight and established him as a household name in Nigerian gospel music.
Following the success of “You Are Great,” Steve Crown released several other popular songs, including:
- “You Are Yahweh”
- “We Wait on You”
- “Healing Wings”
- “Angels Bow”
- “Imela”
- “Awesome God”
His music is celebrated for its deep spiritual messages, touching audiences both in Nigeria and internationally.
Car Accident and Recovery
In May 2022, Steve Crown was involved in a serious car accident. He shared images and videos on social media, showing his severely damaged vehicle and himself undergoing medical scans with a neck brace. Despite the severity of the crash, he expressed gratitude to God for sparing his life, captioning a video with, “Your love never ends Jesus,” while singing along to his track “Your Love” featuring Tope Alabi.
Marriage to Ruth Thomas
On April 26, 2025, Steve Crown married his fiancée, Ruth Thomas, in a beautiful ceremony held in Abuja. The wedding garnered widespread attention, particularly a heartfelt moment when Ruth knelt to take her vows, promising to be Steve’s “heaven of peace” and “source of unwavering support.” The couple had previously held their traditional wedding on April 18, 2025, and Steve had announced their engagement on March 23, 2025, sharing a video of the proposal where he placed a crown on Ruth’s head.
Steve Crown is the founder of Lakelight Entertainment, a record label and media company focused on discovering and nurturing gospel talents. He also initiated the annual worship concert titled “Nations Will Rise and Sing” (NAWIRAS), gathering worshippers from different backgrounds to celebrate God through praise and worship.
Entrepreneurship and Ministry
Steve Crown is the founder of Lakelight Entertainment, a record label and media company focused on discovering and nurturing gospel talents.
He also initiated the annual worship concert titled “Nations Will Rise and Sing” (NAWIRAS), gathering worshippers from different backgrounds to celebrate God through praise and worship.
Legacy and Influence
As of 2025, Steve Crown remains a major figure in gospel music. His soulful worship songs, ministry initiatives, and entrepreneurial efforts continue to impact lives, contributing significantly to the growth of gospel music in Nigeria and beyond.
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