Two of the most revered voices at Maverick City Music, Chandler Moore and Naomi Raine, have bid the chart-topping worship collective goodbye.
Expressing gratitude for her years with Maverick City, Raine, who joined the group in 2019, said her time with the collective helped her grow in faith and self-awareness but added that she now feels called to a new season.
“Every song I was part of came from a pure place, just me wanting to please God,” she declared. “I’m still writing, still singing, still worshipping – just on my own.”
Moore’s exit announcement came almost simultaneously, drawing thousands of reactions from fans online. His decision follows a recent personal revelation in which he shared that he checked into rehab in November 2023 and has been in recovery since then.
The Jireh singer described the past year as one of healing and reflection, calling his departure from Maverick City “bittersweet.”
Following his feature on Nathaniel Bassey’s 2020 worship single, Olorun Agbaye (You Are Mighty), which also featured vocalist Oba, Moore’s music gained wide acceptance among Nigerian gospel lovers. The song, which blends English and Yoruba lyrics, became a cross-cultural worship anthem across churches in Nigeria and abroad.
In April 2024, Raine collaborated with Dunsin Oyekan on the song, The Future, featured on his The Great Commission album. The track brought together Nigerian and international gospel voices in a declaration of faith and purpose. Raine’s contribution to the project further introduced her to the Nigerian worship community, showcasing her versatility and deep spiritual connection that aligns seamlessly with the vibrant worship sound emerging from Africa.