BGospel Insight Feb 2026 – Top 25 English Gospel & New Releases

BGospel Insight February 2026 – Top 25 English-Speaking Gospel and New Releases

Analysis Month: February 2026
Category: English-Speaking Gospel
Period Covered: February 1st to 28th, 2026

February 2026 confirms the vitality of English-speaking gospel music with 48.85 million cumulative views for the 50 top-performing tracks, a slight decrease of 5.7% compared to January (51.79 million). This moderate decline does not overshadow an underlying dynamic marked by the emergence of new talents and the persistent dominance of the genre’s heavyweights. Between viral hits, unprecedented collaborations, and striking live performances, this month of February reshapes the contours of the BGospel chart.

The Monthly Top 25: Analysis and Comparison

#1 – Phil Wickham – What An Awesome God (Sunset Walk)

3,469,841 views during the period. Holds the number one position for the second consecutive month, confirming its status as a viral phenomenon. The track has now accumulated 31.17 million total views, with steady progress since its release. The “Sunset Walk” version continues to captivate a broad audience beyond the traditional gospel circle.

#2 – Gaise Baba – NO TURNING BACK II (ft. Lawrence Oyor)

2,824,191 views during the period. Moves up one spot compared to January (where it was #1 then #2). This powerful collaboration between two major figures of the Nigerian gospel scene has accumulated 51.04 million total views, demonstrating the public’s appetite for impactful spiritual duets.

#3 – CeCe Winans – Come Jesus Come

2,770,956 views during the period. Falls one position from January (#2). The veteran continues to draw crowds with this poignant track, which is now approaching 81 million total views. An exceptional longevity that testifies to the timelessness of its message.

#4 – Elevation Worship – SO BE IT (ft. Tiffany Hudson & Chris Brown)

2,753,108 views during the period. Advances two spots (was #6 in January). This track draws its strength from the performances of Tiffany Hudson and Chris Brown, propelling the collective to 3.83 million total views in just a few weeks. A meteoric rise.

#5 – Elevation Worship – Jesus Be The Name (ft. Tiffany Hudson)

2,224,427 views during the period. Maintains its position (#5 as in January). With 9.59 million total views, this worship song, carried by Tiffany Hudson’s voice, establishes itself as a pillar of the collective’s recent repertoire. The stability of its performance indicates sustained adoption by worship communities.

#6 – Lauren Daigle – You Say

2,136,457 views during the period. Gains three spots (#9 in January). Lauren Daigle’s timeless hit continues to resonate, now approaching 400 million total views. A rare longevity that transcends genres and generations.

#7 – Tim Godfrey ft. Travis Greene – Nara

1,815,206 views during the period. Gains one spot (#8 in January). This classic of African gospel, carried by Tim Godfrey and Travis Greene, totals over 170 million views, proof of its status as an international anthem.

#8 – Casting Crowns – Nobody (ft. Matthew West)

1,752,026 views during the period. Loses one spot (#7 in January). The duo remains firmly anchored in the top 10 with 162 million total views, confirming the power of this collaboration between two heavyweights of Christian worship.

#9 – Moses Bliss – With My Name (Laugh Last)

1,643,876 views during the period. Falls four positions (#5 in January). Despite this decline, the track totals 4.12 million views and remains one of the most significant latest songs by Moses Bliss, driven by a powerful message of identity affirmation.

#10 – Tim Godfrey & Fearless Community – My Daddy

1,385,551 views during the period. Falls one spot (#9 in January). The track continues to perform with 22 million total views, confirming Tim Godfrey’s place in the African gospel music landscape.

#11 – Mercy Chinwo – Obinasom

1,260,808 views during the period. Falls one spot (#10 in January). The obinasom video continues to touch hearts with 91.93 million total views, making this track an undeniable classic in Mercy Chinwo’s repertoire.

#12 – Lawrence Oyor – FAVOUR

1,236,440 views during the period. Gains thirty-seven spots (#49 in January). Spectacular progress for Lawrence Oyor, whose praise track establishes itself as a revelation of the month, driven by its spiritual power and its message on divine grace.

#13 – Ada Ehi – Congratulations (ft. Buchi)

1,015,685 views during the period. Stable (#13 as in January). Ada Ehi’s track continues to gather viewers with 82.59 million total views, confirming the artist’s consistency in the African gospel artist landscape.

#14 – ECCOS – The Glory of God (ft. TAYA)

1,013,763 views during the period. Gains seven spots (#21 in January). This collaboration between ECCOS and TAYA (ex-Hillsong Worship) brings the track to 2.6 million total views, proof of the appeal for musical bridges between continents.

#15 – Moses Bliss – You Are Great (ft. Festizie, Neeja, Chizie, Son Music & Ajay Asika)

1,013,283 views during the period. Falls seven spots (#8 in January). Despite this drop, the track totals 35.46 million views, confirming Moses Bliss’s status as a central figure in contemporary gospel music.

#16 – Katy Nichole – In Jesus Name (God of Possible)
993,784 views during the period. Falls three spots (#13 in January). The hit by the American Christian music revelation is now approaching 84 million views, confirming its universal adoption in moments of prayer.

#17 – Mercy Chinwo – Excess Love
941,004 views during the period. Falls one spot (#16 in January). Mercy Chinwo’s excess love continues to resonate with 135.91 million total views, one of the most remarkable tracks of her career.

#18 – Tasha Cobbs Leonard – Your Spirit (ft. Kierra Sheard)
865,529 views during the period. Falls two spots (#16 in January). The vocal power of Tasha Cobbs Leonard combined with Kierra Sheard brings this track to 219 million total views, a monument of contemporary spirit worship.

#19 – Hope Darst – Mighty Name Of Jesus (Live)
850,534 views during the period. Falls two spots (#17 in January). This powerful live performance reaches 13.19 million total views, confirming Hope Darst’s impact in the worship music landscape.

#20 – Phil Wickham – What An Awesome God (Official Music Video)
828,090 views during the period. Falls three spots (#17 in January). The official video version of Phil Wickham’s hit totals 9.93 million views, benefiting from the aura of the “Sunset Walk” version.

#21 – Brandon Lake – Hard Fought Hallelujah (ft. Jelly Roll)
816,640 views during the period. Gains two spots (#23 in January). This unexpected collaboration between Brandon Lake and rapper Jelly Roll reaches 14.42 million views, proving that bridges between musical genres attract a diverse audience.

#22 – Elevation Worship – I Know A Name (ft. Brandon Lake)
793,896 views during the period. Gains three spots (#25 in January). The combined power of Elevation Worship and Brandon Lake brings this track to 12.83 million views, confirming the chemistry between these two forces in worship music.

#23 – Prophet Joel Ogebe – Sounds of Salem || Promise Keeper
787,603 views during the period. Falls eleven spots (#12 in January). Despite this decline, the track maintains good momentum with 12.32 million total views, driven by the prophetic fervor of its performer.

#24 – Kirk Franklin – I Smile
778,975 views during the period. Falls four spots (#20 in January). The classic by Kirk Franklin continues to resonate with 168.69 million views, proof that positive anthems transcend generations without aging.

#25 – Forrest Frank – GOD IS GOOD
721,199 views during the period. Falls six spots (#19 in January). Forrest Frank’s track totals 22.26 million views, confirming the emergence of this artist in the Christian music landscape with his fresh and accessible style.

The New Tracks of the Month

This month of February saw the emergence of 54 new tracks spread across the Studios and Live Performance charts, accumulating 8.64 million views and testifying to the vitality of English-speaking gospel music creation.

29 new tracks entered the Studio chart, accumulating 4.09 million views. Here are the most notable performances, ranked by views:

• Moses Bliss – Your Love II (ft. Soweto Gospel Choir)
  265,892 views – Released February 22, 2026, position #3. This collaboration with the legendary South African choir elevates the track with powerful harmonies. The 65% global ratio indicates steady and promising traction.
• Elevation Worship – I Got Saved (ft. Chris Brown)
  250,109 views – Released February 20, 2026, position #10. Chris Brown brings his vocal signature to this worship song which benefits from an 82.5% ratio, signaling an exceptional start and rapid adoption by worship communities.
• Chandler Moore – God I’m Just Grateful
  178,046 views – Released February 13, 2026, position #123. The leader of Maverick City delivers an intimate lyric video. The 46.5% ratio indicates moderate but steady growth, driven by the artist’s notoriety.
• Sarah Reeves – The Second Time
  136,151 views – Released February 20, 2026, position #29. A 100% ratio in the first few days testifies to immediate enthusiasm for this pop and bright track by Sarah Reeves, confirming her connection with her audience.
• Lecrae – Resurrected
  125,605 views – Released February 10, 2026, position #445. The heavyweight of Christian hip hop makes his return with this powerful track on the resurrection. The modest position suggests a niche but loyal audience for lecrae music.
• Elevation Worship – Alleluia (ft. Chandler Moore)
  221,489 views – Released February 6, 2026, position #119. This track, a lyric video, benefits from a 58.6% ratio, driven by the vocal complementarity between the collective and Chandler Moore.
• Tim Godfrey – Infinity (Live)
  742,998 views – Released February 6, 2026, position #254. Tim Godfrey delivers the most-viewed performance among the studio new releases. The 65% ratio over an 18-day period confirms the artist’s power in live performance.
• Phil Wickham – God Is Good (ft. CAIN)
  229,296 views – Released February 13, 2026, position #98. The collaboration between Phil Wickham and the duo CAIN generates a 33.2% ratio over the period, indicating a loyal but less viral audience than other tracks.
• Darlene Zschech – Shout To The Lord (The Earth) (ft. Ana Paula Valadão & Ingrid Rosario)
  195,898 views – Released February 12, 2026, position #129. The reunion of three legends of global worship appeals with a 46% ratio, proof that reinterpreted classics find their audience.
• Phil Wickham – Homesick For Heaven (Petey Remix)
  72,736 views – Released February 13, 2026, position #201. This remixed version of the track by Phil Wickham offers a more rhythmic approach, appealing to a younger audience with a measured ratio.

Top 25 Live Chart – Performance New Releases

25 new tracks entered the Live chart, accumulating 4.54 million views. Analysis of key performances:

• Elevation Worship – Alleluia (ft. Chandler Moore)
  2,019,245 views – Released February 6, 2026, position #1. The live performance version of this track explodes the counters with over 2 million views in February and a 63.6% ratio. The collective power of the live performance significantly amplifies the track’s impact.
• Ada Ehi – I Live (LIVE)
  313,879 views – Released February 11, 2026, position #55. Ada Ehi delivers an electrifying live performance with a 76.7% ratio, among the highest in the chart. The production quality and communicative energy explain this meteoric start.
• Elevation Worship – Thank You (ft. Jonsal Barrientes & Tiffany Hudson)
  309,857 views – Released February 21, 2026, position #2. The vocal power of Jonsal Barrientes and Tiffany Hudson brings this live performance to over 300,000 views in a few days with a 65% ratio, confirming the collective’s supremacy.
• Elevation Worship – Call God (ft. Chandler Moore)
  235,632 views – Released February 23, 2026, position #11. A more modest ratio of 24.7% suggests this track will take its time to establish itself, despite the presence of Chandler Moore on lead vocals.
• Dunsin Oyekan – BURN (ft. John Wilds)
  650,828 views – Released February 6, 2026, position #29. The collaboration between Nigerian giant Dunsin Oyekan and John Wilds generates a 46.3% ratio over 26 days. The prophetic power of the live performance transcends borders.
• Bethel Music – Consider Him (ft. David Funk)
  83,076 views – Released February 12, 2026, position #63. Bethel Music offers an intimate live performance with a 44.1% ratio, indicating steady growth driven by the loyalty of its community.
• Tim Godfrey – Victory (Live)
  10,706 views – Released February 22, 2026, position #91. A modest start for this recent track by Tim Godfrey, with a 31.8% ratio suggesting potential for gradual growth.
• Damascus Worship – Rest of my Life (Live) (ft. Seph Schlueter)
  5,868 views – Released February 20, 2026, position #145. The discovery of the month: a 10% ratio signals a track in the making, one to watch for enthusiasts of emerging gems.

Summary of Major Trends
Spectacular Rises and Notable Entries

The month of February was marked by remarkable progressions. Lawrence Oyor made the strongest rise with FAVOUR, jumping from 49th to 12th place, a +37 position gain. This meteoric ascent testifies to the impact of his message on divine grace among listeners seeking spiritual affirmation.

ECCOS with The Glory of God (ft. TAYA) progressed +7 spots (21st to 14th), confirming the appeal of international collaborations. Elevation Worship placed two tracks with significant progress: SO BE IT (+2 spots) and I Know A Name (+3 spots), demonstrating the consistency of their output.

Brandon Lake with Hard Fought Hallelujah gained +2 spots (23rd to 21st), driven by the originality of his collaboration with Jelly Roll. These upward movements confirm the public’s appetite for messages of hope and unprecedented artistic alliances.

Dominant Artists of the Chart

Phil Wickham stands out as the most present artist with three tracks in the top 50, including the number one spot with “What An Awesome God (Sunset Walk)”. Elevation Worship also places three tracks (positions 4, 5, and 22), confirming their position as the leading collective in contemporary worship music.

Moses Bliss maintains two tracks in the top 15 (9th and 15th), proving his ability to produce durable hits. Mercy Chinwo retains two tracks (11th and 17th), with “Obinasom” and “Excess Love” continuing to cross generations.

Tim Godfrey places two tracks (7th and 10th), while Forrest Frank confirms his emergence with two tracks as well (25th and outside the top 25). This multiple dominance testifies to the ability of these artists to produce quality content consistently.

Significant Position Movements

Beyond the spectacular rise of Lawrence Oyor, several movements deserve attention. Lauren Daigle with “You Say” gained three spots, proving that classics retain an exceptional capacity for rebound. Mercy Chinwo with “Obinasom” only fell one spot despite increased competition, a sign of its solidity.

The most marked declines concern Prophet Joel Ogebe with “Promise Keeper” (-11 spots) and Forrest Frank with “GOD IS GOOD” (-6 spots), natural declines following peaks of attention. Moses Bliss with “You Are Great” fell seven spots, an expected correction after its explosion the previous month.

Focus on the 5 Oldest Tracks in the Chart

• Phil Wickham – What An Awesome God (Official Music Video) – 20 months
  Current position: #20 | Change: -3 spots | Total views: 9.93 million
  Released in June 2024, this track continues to perform thanks to the combined power of the “Sunset Walk” version. Its longevity illustrates Phil Wickham’s ability to create modern classics that become lasting fixtures in worship playlists.
• Mercy Chinwo – Excess Love – 32 months
  Current position: #17 | Change: -1 spot | Total views: 135.91 million
  Released in June 2023, this track achieves remarkable longevity. Its continued presence in the top 25, 32 months after its release, proves that certain messages touch the soul beyond fleeting trends. An absolute classic in Mercy Chinwo’s repertoire.
• Kirk Franklin – I Smile – 186 months
  Current position: #24 | Change: -4 spots | Total views: 168.69 million
  Released in 2010, this track celebrates its 15th anniversary with a still remarkable presence in the top 25. The exceptional longevity of Kirk Franklin testifies to the universality of his message of hope and his ability to transcend generations without aging.
• Casting Crowns – Nobody (ft. Matthew West) – 58 months
  Current position: #8 | Change: -1 spot | Total views: 162.17 million
  Released in August 2021, this duet between two heavyweights of Christian music continues to resonate. Its eighth-place position in February, 58 months after its release, is a rare performance that confirms the enduring power of this collaboration.
• Tim Godfrey ft. Travis Greene – Nara – 74 months
  Current position: #7 | Change: +1 spot | Total views: 170.26 million
  Released in July 2020, “Nara” has become an international anthem of African gospel. Its seventh-place position in February, with a gain of one spot, is exceptional. This track proves that the fusion of African and American talents creates timeless works.

Analysis – YouTube Daily Corrections

Analysis of YouTube view corrections on the top 10 reveals distinct trends and interesting algorithmic behaviors.

• Phil Wickham – What An Awesome God (Sunset Walk)
  Daily corrections on this track are below 2% , indicating healthy organic growth driven by a loyal audience. Views seem to come mainly from playlists and active searches rather than pushed algorithmic recommendations.
• Gaise Baba – NO TURNING BACK II (ft. Lawrence Oyor)
  This track undergoes more pronounced corrections mid-week (3-4%) , suggesting a peak in listening concentrated on weekends, probably linked to worship gatherings.
• CeCe Winans – Come Jesus Come
  Corrections on this classic are almost zero (less than 0.5%) , a sign of an extremely loyal audience and 100% organic growth. This behavior is typical of heritage tracks that consistently find their audience.
• Elevation Worship – SO BE IT
  This track displays unusually low corrections for a recent track (less than 1.5%) . The production quality and vocal power of Tiffany Hudson generate strong engagement that seems to fool the algorithm in a positive way.
• Elevation Worship – Jesus Be The Name
  In contrast to “SO BE IT”, this track undergoes higher corrections at the beginning of the period (up to 4%) , suggesting an initial peak followed by stabilization. Typical behavior of tracks driven by a specific event (album release, live event).

Comparison of Algorithmic Behaviors

Phil Wickham and CeCe Winans represent the archetype of the “heritage track” with stable growth and minimal corrections. Gaise Baba illustrates the “gathering track” with peaks concentrated on weekends. Elevation Worship shows two distinct profiles: “SO BE IT” (healthy growth, strong engagement) and “Jesus Be The Name” (initial peak followed by normalization).

Conclusion and Methodological Note

February 2026 confirms the vitality of English-speaking gospel music with 48.85 million cumulative views. Despite a slight decrease of 5.7% compared to January, the dynamic remains positive, marked by the emergence of Lawrence Oyor (+37 spots), the consistent dominance of Phil Wickham and Elevation Worship, and the exceptional longevity of classics like Tim Godfrey’s “Nara” or Kirk Franklin’s “I Smile”.

The 54 new tracks recorded this month, accumulating over 8.6 million views, testify to the incessant creativity of the gospel scene. The live performances by Elevation Worship and Ada Ehi confirm the public’s appetite for authentic experiences, while the analyzed YouTube corrections reveal varied audience behaviors, offering valuable optimization insights for artists.

This report is based on tracks listed by BGospel Magazine in its analysis tool. It may not represent 100% of all productions for the month but offers a representative overview of the major trends in English-speaking gospel music.

Stay tuned for the next monthly BGospel Insight, analyzing the performances of March 2026, during the first week of April.