Korey Cooper's Net Worth and Career Overview
Korey Cooper is an acclaimed American musician and singer with a net worth of $12 million. Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, in July 1972, she is celebrated for her roles as keyboardist, guitarist, and backing vocalist for the prominent Christian rock band Skillet.
Early Beginnings and Rise to Fame
In 1996, her husband John Cooper co-founded Skillet alongside Ken Steorts. Korey joined the band in 1999, becoming an integral part of their dynamic sound.
Album Success and Chart-Topping Hits
Skillet's 2009 album Awake and their 2013 album Rise achieved tremendous success, both reaching #1 on the Christian charts. Awake climbed to #2 on the US Rock charts, while Rise not only reached #1 on the US Rock charts but also clinched the #4 spot on the Billboard 200 chart.
The band's journey includes several #1 singles, including:
- "Hey You, I Love Your Soul"
- "Locked in a Cage"
- "Best Kept Secret"
- "You're Powerful"
- "Alien Youth"
- "Savior"
- "Rebirthing"
- "Whispers in the Dark"
- "The Older I Get"
- "The Last Night"
- "Comatose"
- "Those Nights"
- "Hero"
- "Awake and Alive"
- "Forgiven"
- "Sick of It"
- "American Noise"
- "Not Gonna Die"
- "Rise"
Award Nominations and Album Sales
Skillet has sold over 2 million albums in the United States. Korey Cooper stands out as the sole remaining original band member. The band's remarkable journey includes nominations for two prestigious Grammy Awards, underscoring their influence and popularity in the music industry.
