BGospel Insight Catalogue: Period: January 2 – February 19, 2026 | Anglophone YouTube Chart
Phil Wickham surges to #1 with “What An Awesome God” as Ada Ehi, Forrest Frank, Moses Bliss, and Tim Godfrey lock in the Top 5 catalogues: seven weeks of anglophone gospel decoded.
- Top 5 catalogues: Phil Wickham (5 tracks), Ada Ehi (4), Forrest Frank (3), Moses Bliss (3), Tim Godfrey (4).
- Total unique tracked songs in the Top 5: 19 titles (Phil Wickham 5, Ada Ehi 4, Forrest Frank 3, Moses Bliss 3, Tim Godfrey 4, no shared duplicates in this window).
- Best peak positions in the period (Top 3 songs):
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- #1 — Phil Wickham – What An Awesome God (Sunset Walk)
- #1 — Phil Wickham – Psalm 8 (Hallé) (bridging late 2025 into early 2026)
- #1 — Moses Bliss – With My Name [Laugh Last]
Macro view of the period
Across January 2 to February 19, 2026, Phil Wickham dominates the anglophone YouTube chart by catalogue volume, placing 5 different songs in the Top 50 and leaning on a trio of high-performing worship singles – What An Awesome God, I Believe and Psalm 8 (Hallé) – that combine strong view growth with clear staying power. His momentum in the I Believe era builds on an already deep discography of modern worship anthems, from This Is Amazing Grace and Living Hope to Hymn of Heaven and Battle Belongs.
Behind him, Ada Ehi and Tim Godfrey confirm the strength of Nigerian afro-gospel on YouTube, with evergreen songs like Congratulations, Jesus You Are Able and Nara still drawing major traffic years after release. Forrest Frank, representing the new digital-native Christian pop wave, cements a strong online footprint with GOD IS GOOD and SUNRISE, rooted in his Child of God era and crossover appeal among Gen Z and Alpha. Moses Bliss acts as the key rising afro-gospel worship leader of the period, driven by You Are Great and Your Love, on top of catalogue staples like Too Faithful and Bigger Everyday.
Overall, the chart dynamic is twofold: a clear explosion from Phil Wickham at the very top, thanks to What An Awesome God’s repeated #1 runs, and strong stability from afro-gospel locomotives (Ada Ehi, Tim Godfrey, Moses Bliss) that anchor the Top 50 and guarantee recurring consumption.
Top 5 catalogues table (Jan 2 – Feb 19, 2026)
| Artist | Songs | Active weeks | Best peak | Avg. position (top song) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phil Wickham | 5 | 7 | #1 | ~Top 5 (What An Awesome God) |
| Ada Ehi | 4 | 7 | #11 | ~Top 20 (Congratulations, Jesus You Are Able) |
| Forrest Frank | 3 | 7 | #15 | ~Top 20 (GOD IS GOOD) |
| Moses Bliss | 3 | 7 | #1 | ~Top 10 (With My Name, You Are Great) |
| Tim Godfrey | 4 | 7 | #2 | ~Top 10 (Nara, My Daddy) |
Dominant catalogue portrait: Phil Wickham
Artist profile
- Name: Phil Wickham
- Country / city / region: American worship leader and songwriter from San Diego, California.
- Date of birth: April 5, 1984.
- Style: Contemporary Christian music and modern worship, focused on congregational anthems like This Is Amazing Grace, Living Hope, Hymn of Heaven and Battle Belongs.
- Label / structure: Connected with Christian labels such as Fair Trade Services and worship ecosystems like Essential Worship and MultiTracks.com.
- Career snapshot:
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- Launched mid-2000s with independent releases and gained national recognition through albums like Cannons (2007), Response (2011) and The Ascension (2013).
- Broke globally with This Is Amazing Grace (2013), followed by Living Hope (2018), cementing his place as a core global worship voice.
- Recent albums Hymn of Heaven (2021) and I Believe (2023) continue that trajectory, feeding major tours and worship nights and setting up the 2025–2026 wave around I Believe, What An Awesome God and Psalm 8 (Hallé).
Catalogue performance in the period
In this chart window, Phil Wickham lands 5 songs in the Top 50, with a particularly sticky cluster around What An Awesome God, I Believe and Psalm 8 (Hallé), all logging 8–9 tracked weeks. His catalogue mixes very recent singles tied to the I Believe era with slightly older yet still active worship cuts, so his role here is clearly that of a pillar: a deep, evergreen worship catalogue whose new material instantly joins the rotation rather than replacing it.
Top 3 Phil Wickham songs in the chart
| Title | Best peak | Avg. rank | Appearances | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What An Awesome God (Sunset Walk) | #1 | Top 5 | 8 | 🆕 Explosion |
| I Believe (Official Music Video) | #40 | Top 50 | 8 | ◆ Stable |
| Psalm 8 (Hallé) [Official Music Video] | #1 | Top 50 / early Top 10 | 9 | ▲ Climbing |
In-depth analysis of the 3 key songs
Phil Wickham – What An Awesome God (Sunset Walk): explosive arrival at the top
Weekly data
| Chart date | Total views | Views change | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | 24,313,218 | New | #78 | Charted |
| 2026-01-02 | 24,423,945 | +110,727 (0.5%) | #3 | Top 10 |
| 2026-01-02 | 25,114,099 | +690,154 (2.8%) | #2 | Top 10 |
| 2026-01-09 | 25,996,646 | +882,547 (3.5%) | #1 | Top 10 |
| 2026-01-16 | 26,631,529 | +634,883 (2.4%) | #2 | Top 10 |
| 2026-01-23 | 26,864,765 | +233,236 (0.9%) | #13 | Top 20 |
| 2026-01-30 | 27,704,386 | +839,621 (3.1%) | #3 | Top 10 |
| 2026-02-06 | 28,549,822 | +845,436 (3.1%) | #1 | Top 10 |
| 2026-02-13 | 30,229,766 | +1,679,944 (5.9%) | #1 | Top 10 |
- Total views: 30,263,118
- Average weekly views: 3,782,890
- Total growth in the window: +5,949,900 views (24.5%)
Numbers analysis
What An Awesome God shows a clearly explosive growth curve followed by top-level consolidation: it rockets from #78 to #3 and then #1 in a matter of days, revisits #1 multiple times and never truly drops out of contention, only briefly dipping to #13 before pushing back into the Top 3. Growth ranges from modest but steady increases to a dramatic +1.68M spike in mid-February, signaling strong word-of-mouth, playlist support and likely inclusion in worship setlists and recommendation algorithms.
Message / content analysis
The song fits squarely within Phil Wickham’s signature vertical worship style, exalting the greatness of God with direct, singable language and a soaring melodic arc built for corporate worship. The Sunset Walk visual aesthetic and modern production sit comfortably alongside his previous worship staples, appealing both to long-time fans of This Is Amazing Grace, Living Hope and Hymn of Heaven and to newer listeners drawn in by current worship trends.
Phil Wickham – I Believe (Official Music Video): steady catalogue anchor
Weekly data
| Chart date | Total views | Views change | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-01 | 14,270,183 | New | #110 | Charted |
| 2026-01-02 | 14,360,459 | +90,276 (0.6%) | #46 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-02 | 14,283,352 | -77,107 (-0.5%) | #46 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-09 | 14,463,917 | +180,565 (1.3%) | #46 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-16 | 14,539,987 | +76,070 (0.5%) | #48 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-23 | 14,569,097 | +29,110 (0.2%) | #40 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-30 | 14,673,131 | +104,034 (0.7%) | #49 | Top 50 |
| 2026-02-06 | 14,767,523 | +94,392 (0.6%) | #50 | Top 50 |
| 2026-02-13 | 14,947,242 | +179,719 (1.2%) | #47 | Top 50 |
- Total views: 14,950,178
- Average weekly views: 1,868,772
- Total growth: +679,995 views (4.8%)
Numbers analysis
I Believe behaves like a classic long tail worship single: its weekly gains are modest but very consistent, keeping it in the Top 50 without major spikes or crashes. It no longer chases peak positions but rather sustains Phil Wickham’s catalogue presence, functioning as a reliable background driver of views and a steady setlist inclusion on tour.
Message / content analysis
The song is crafted as a sung creed, walking through the core beliefs of the Christian faith in a way that is doctrinally explicit yet emotionally accessible. Its mix of confession, declaration and melodic build makes it ideal for church services and personal devotion, which explains its staying power even as newer singles surge past it in peak chart position.
Phil Wickham – Psalm 8 (Hallé) [Official Music Video]: identity hymn with seasonal bounce
Weekly data
| Chart date | Total views | Views change | Position | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-23 | 471,514 | New | #7 | Top 10 |
| 2025-12-29 | 603,785 | +132,271 (28.1%) | #7 | Top 10 |
| 2026-01-02 | 695,621 | +91,836 (15.2%) | #45 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-02 | 617,763 | -77,858 (-11.2%) | #44 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-09 | 793,803 | +176,040 (28.5%) | #48 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-16 | 864,131 | +70,328 (8.9%) | #51 | Charted |
| 2026-01-23 | 890,262 | +26,131 (3.0%) | #42 | Top 50 |
| 2026-01-30 | 989,826 | +99,564 (11.2%) | #51 | Charted |
| 2026-02-06 | 1,084,822 | +94,996 (9.6%) | #49 | Top 50 |
| 2026-02-13 | 1,281,214 | +196,392 (18.1%) | #44 | Top 50 |
- Total views: 1,284,458
- Average weekly views: 142,718
- Total growth: +812,944 views (172.4%)
Numbers analysis
Psalm 8 (Hallé) shows a seasonal / re-ignition profile: a strong Top 10 launch in late December, followed by volatility and then repeated bursts of double-digit growth as 2026 begins. It slips in and out of the Top 50 but steadily climbs in total views, suggesting it is in the process of settling as a mid-term favourite rather than a short-lived spike.
Message / content analysis
The song leans heavily on direct Psalm 8 scripture, with the Hallé refrain functioning as a simple, memorable cry of praise rooted in biblical language. This scriptural focus, paired with Phil Wickham’s modern worship production and vocal dynamics, positions Psalm 8 (Hallé) as an identity hymn for congregations that prize Psalm-based worship and straightforward yet powerful declarations.
Collaboration block for the dominant
Within this specific chart, Phil Wickham’s own featured collaborations are less prominent than the afro-gospel features, but his wider ecosystem is tightly interconnected with the global worship scene through tours, events and co-writing. Recent and upcoming tours like the I Believe Tour 2025 and Song of the Saints Tour 2026 keep songs from Hymn of Heaven and I Believe circulating in live worship spaces and on social media.
In parallel, high-impact collaborations from other catalogues – Moses Bliss X Chandler Moore (Your Love), Tim Godfrey ft Travis Greene (Nara), Ada Ehi X Frank Edwards X Limoblaze (OTUA) – act as audience bridges, linking North American worship audiences with afro-gospel sounds and vice versa. This cross-pollination ultimately benefits Phil Wickham as well, as fans flowing through worship playlists that feature Chandler Moore, Maverick City Music or international gospel tracks are frequently exposed to his core catalogue (Living Hope, Hymn of Heaven, Battle Belongs, etc.).
Trends & movements (Top 5 catalogues)
🔥 Most present tracks
| Track | Artist(s) | Appearances | Best peak | Avg. position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What An Awesome God | Phil Wickham | 8 | #1 | Top 5 |
| I Believe | Phil Wickham | 8 | #40 | Top 50 |
| Psalm 8 (Hallé) | Phil Wickham | 9 | #1 (start) | Top 50 |
| You Are Great | Moses Bliss ft ensemble | 8 | #8 | Top 15 |
| Congratulations | Ada Ehi | 8 | #11 | Top 20 |
| GOD IS GOOD | Forrest Frank | 8 | #15 | Top 20 |
| My Daddy | Tim Godfrey & Fearless Community | 8 | #4 | Top 10 |
| Nara | Tim Godfrey ft Travis Greene | 8 | #5 | Top 10 |
These tracks function as the locomotives of the period, combining heavy view volume with strong chart stability. What An Awesome God and You Are Great in particular appear to drive high daily averages, while evergreen afro-gospel titles like Congratulations and Nara keep their artists consistently visible across weeks.
⬇️ Tracks with light presence
| Track | Artist | Appearances | Best peak | Likely profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What An Awesome God (Lyric) | Phil Wickham | 1 | #50 | Alternate lyric version, support tool |
| The King Is In The Room | Phil Wickham | 1 | #46 | Catalogue cut with a brief bump |
| Infinity (Live) | Tim Godfrey | 1 | #21 | Live performance spike |
These songs play a supporting role: providing lyric or live versions for communities that already love the main singles, but without building sustained chart trajectories.
◆ Seasonal-profile track
Psalm 8 (Hallé) is the clearest seasonal-profile case, with strong late-December Top 10 momentum and renewed growth in early-year weeks, suggesting a natural fit with year-end reflections and fresh-start themes. Over time, it may become a recurring early-year favourite, offering Phil Wickham a reliable annual spike around scripture-focused worship.
Discoveries & standout collaborations
Collaboration table
| Collaboration | Track | Best peak | Approx. avg. | Presence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ada Ehi X Frank Edwards X Limoblaze | OTUA | #35 | Top 40 | 7 |
| Ada Ehi x Joe Praize | Game Changer | #36 | Top 40 | 7 |
| Moses Bliss X Chandler Moore | Your Love | #24 | Top 30 | 7 |
| Moses Bliss X Festizie, Neeja, Chizie, Son Music & Ajay Asika | You Are Great | #8 | Top 15 | 8 |
| Tim Godfrey ft Travis Greene | Nara | #5 | Top 10 | 8 |
| Forrest Frank & Josiah Queen | Jesus Is Coming Back Soon | #30 | Top 40 | 7 |
Popularity of key collaborators
- Ada Ehi: Lagos-born Nigerian gospel and afro-gospel singer whose catalogue includes continent-shaping songs like I Overcame, Only You Jesus, Fix My Eyes On You and Congratulations, blending worship, afropop and victory themes.
- Tim Godfrey: Leading Nigerian gospel artist and founder of Fearless Community, best known for Nara with Travis Greene, My Daddy and Big God, combining high-energy praise with large-scale live productions.
- Moses Bliss: Nigerian worship leader who broke through with Too Faithful and Bigger Everyday and now expands globally with You Are Great, Mercy and Your Love (often in connection with Pastor Jerry Eze and international collaborations).
- Forrest Frank: Texas-born artist and producer, half of Surfaces and now a solo Christian act whose Child of God and Child of God II projects have dominated the Top Christian Albums chart and reshaped Christian music’s reach on TikTok and streaming platforms.
- Travis Greene & Chandler Moore: Key US worship figures (including work with Maverick City Music), known for tracks like Made a Way and Jireh, bringing global worship credibility into afro-gospel collaborations.
Opportunities for emerging talent
Covers and creative remixes of 18–24-month-old songs or recent modern classics remain a highly effective on-ramp for new gospel artists on YouTube and streaming. Two standout recommendations for emerging acts to rework:
- Living Hope – Phil Wickham (acoustic, stripped-down live, or afro-fusion worship version).
- Congratulations – Ada Ehi (live band, afrobeats-worship hybrid, or multilingual medley).
For the main artist, these reinterpretations extend the lifespan of the song and introduce it to new audiences, while for emerging voices they leverage existing search demand around terms like phil wickham songs, phil wickham YouTube, ada ehi songs and ada ehi gospel songs to gain algorithmic traction quickly.
To watch: predictions & next edition
Next-period scenarios
- Phil Wickham – What An Awesome God: likely further climb / consolidation, remaining a frequent Top 10 presence and possibly generating successful live and alternate versions.
- Phil Wickham – Psalm 8 (Hallé): gradual climb, potentially settling as a recurring seasonal favourite around year-end and early-year worship.
- Moses Bliss – You Are Great: solidification in the Top 15, with potential to join Too Faithful as a long-term afro-worship standard.
- Ada Ehi – Congratulations: stable performance with occasional uplift around life-event seasons (graduations, testimonies, weddings).
- Tim Godfrey – Nara / My Daddy: high plateau / renewed buzz, boosted by live events, worship nights and praise medleys.
Key question for the next edition
Can Phil Wickham hold on to the #1 spot as afro-gospel powerhouses Moses Bliss, Ada Ehi and Tim Godfrey gain momentum and Forrest Frank continues to pull younger digital audiences into the chart?
Editorial calendar
Next BGospel Insight Catalogue edition: week of February 23–29, 2026, covering chart data from February 20 to April 5, 2026.
Sources & references
- Artist profiles and bios: Phil Wickham (official site, tour pages, discography), Ada Ehi (Wikipedia, artist features), Moses Bliss, Tim Godfrey, Forrest Frank.
- Music and video platforms: YouTube, Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Shazam (for song presence, popularity and lyrics-related search behavior).
- Chart & analytics context: internal BGospel Insight Catalogue anglophone YouTube data for Jan 2 – Feb 19, 2026, plus broader catalogue context from Hymn of Heaven and I Believe eras and live worship tours.
