Brandon Lake and Lainey Wilson release "The Jesus I Know Now," a heartfelt country-faith duet about deepening belief and friendship with Christ.
- April 23, 2026
AceShowbiz - Brandon Lake has continued to expand his presence in country music with a fresh collaboration alongside two-time CMA entertainer of the year winner Lainey Wilson. Their new single, "The Jesus I Know Now", showcases a blend of faith and country influences, marking another milestone in Lake’s cross-genre projects.
On Instagram, Lake shared a heartfelt message about the song, saying, "I hope it reminds you that, like my Momma used to tell me, 'Jesus doesn't just love you - He likes you.'" The message resonates with the song’s theme of a deepening and personal faith journey.
Wilson responded to the post with enthusiasm, commenting, "So excited to have this out." The track was co-written by Wilson, Lake, Luke Laird, and Emily Weisband, and it reflects growth in faith over time. The lyrics highlight finding a compassionate friend in Jesus who "hangs with the misfits" and offers repeated forgiveness.
This release is part of a broader wave of country-Christian music collaborations by Lake. Earlier this year, he revealed on social media that he had been writing with a diverse group of 25 country artists and songwriters, including Wilson, Bailey Zimmerman, Thomas Rhett, HARDY, and Dan + Shay. These sessions have produced nearly 50 songs, indicating a prolific creative period.
Lake has previously merged country and Christian music styles through collaborations like "When a Cowboy Prays" with Cody Johnson and "Just Believe" with Bailey Zimmerman. Additionally, his partnership with Jelly Roll on "Hard Fought Hallelujah" earned a Grammy for Best Contemporary Christian Music Performance/Song, multiple GMA Dove Awards, and a CMA nomination for Musical Event of the Year.
The new single, "The Jesus I Know Now", further cements Lake’s role in bridging genres and creating faith-inspired music that appeals broadly. Fans can watch the official lyric video to experience the song’s message visually.
With this release, Brandon Lake and Lainey Wilson continue to demonstrate the powerful synergy between country storytelling and spiritual reflection, offering listeners an inspiring musical experience rooted in personal faith and connection.