Country artists have always sung about having a strong connection to a higher power and this duo is carrying that theme forward. Lainey Wilson and Brandon Lake just released a heartfelt rendition that reminds us all about remembering there is a power greater than ourselves connected to our souls.

Lainey Wilson and Brandon Lake are making waves with their new collaboration, “The Jesus I Know Now.” The song was born out of a deep conversation about how the Jesus they were taught about growing up is not always the version they came to know on their own through life’s trials. 

While Brandon Lake has had successful country crossovers before, teaming up with the two-time CMA Entertainer of the Year feels like a massive cultural moment for 2026.

THE COLLISION OF CHRISTIAN ROOTS AND REDNECK REVIVAL.

Brandon Lake and Lainey Wilson’s Collaboration

Lake described his vision for the year as a collision of Christian music, country vibes, and a bit of “redneckness.” Before writing a single lyric, the pair shared their personal faith-based experiences in detail. 

The goal of the track is to encourage listeners to imagine how they would accept Jesus in the modern world and whether their faith is strong enough to recognize Him today.

But this is what fans are buzzing about…

In an industry where mainstream music has less and less room for spirituality, country music remains one of the final frontiers for faith-based messages. 

Brandon is no stranger to this world, having already gone platinum with Jelly Roll and recorded with stars like Cody Johnson and Bailey Zimmerman. However, this partnership with Lainey is designed to reach a whole new demographic.

What you don’t know is…

The secondary half of this movement is about the lack of religion in the current musical landscape. While other genres steer clear of these topics, Lainey and Brandon are doubling down on the idea that people are hungry for something more meaningful.

 They are using their massive platforms to start a conversation that many in Hollywood are too afraid to have.

But is the message hitting home?

The feedback from early listeners suggests that this “collision” is exactly what the audience has been waiting for. By blending traditional values with a raw, modern perspective on spirituality, they are bridging a gap that has existed for decades.

Check this out… You can watch the full collaboration and see if you agree with their take on modern faith. 

Does “The Jesus I Know Now” change the way you think about traditional country music?