David Alan Leonard is an American contemporary Christian music singer-songwriter and record producer. Born on August 11, 1982, in Arkansas, he has a rich history in the Christian music landscape. Before embarking on his successful solo career, Leonard was widely known as one half of the critically acclaimed and Grammy-nominated worship folk-pop duo All Sons & Daughters, alongside Leslie Jordan. Prior to that, he was a member of the band Jackson Waters and also toured as a keyboardist for the popular Christian rock band NEEDTOBREATHE. Leonard is married to Natalie Leonard, and they have two daughters. He also co-founded The Creak Music, a production company based in Franklin, Tennessee.
Leonard’s music primarily spans the Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) and Worship genres, often characterized by reflective lyrics and a blend of acoustic and pop-driven sounds. He is also a Dove Award-winning producer and a prolific songwriter, with credits on well-known songs like “Great Are You Lord.” As a solo artist, he signed with Provident Label Group, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, and has released several albums including The Wait (2019), Plans (2023), and Just Jesus (2025). His work often explores themes of personal faith, God’s faithfulness, and the beauty of encountering the divine in everyday life.
