Fanny Crosby was an American hymn writer whose vast output made her one of the most influential figures in nineteenth century gospel music. Despite losing her sight in infancy, she developed a remarkable memory and a strong devotional voice that shaped her writing. Her hymns reflect themes of trust, testimony, and personal faith.
Her hymns include Blessed Assurance, To God Be the Glory, All the Way My Savior Leads Me, Pass Me Not O Gentle Savior, and Rescue the Perishing. These hymns became staples of American revival and gospel traditions.
Crosby worked with composers such as William Doane and Phoebe Knapp, who provided musical settings for many of her texts. Her collaborations helped define the sound of American gospel hymnody.