Multi-Grammy-winning American Christian singer Brandon Lake is the first Christian music artist to join Amazon Music’s SongLine series, joining the likes of Billie Eilish and Ed Sheeran. This exclusive project highlights his creative process through intimate acoustic versions of his hits.
Brandon Lake’s album SongLine was released on audio on October 29, 2025 on Amazon Music. It includes nine reimagined tracks, including “When A Cowboy Prays” released in advance on October 17, 2025. The full video, a 60-minute documentary film mixing performances and interviews, is available since November 21, 2025 on YouTube and Amazon Music.
The album track includes: “Honey In The Rock”, “King of Hearts”, “That’s Who I Praise”, “When A Cowboy Prays”, “Gratitude”, “Hard Fought Hallelujah”, “Too Good Not To Believe”, “Daddy’s DNA” and “I Know A Name”. These stripped-down versions aim to reveal the origins of the songs and their spiritual impact.
Context and career of the artist
Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Brandon Lake has over 270 million career streams. His album King of Heartsreleased in 2025, topped the Billboard Top Christian, Top Rock, and Top Alternative charts. The single “Hard Fought Hallelujah” (featuring Jelly Roll) reached the top of the Christian charts for 20 weeks, the Billboard Hot 100 and earned a CMA nomination.
Amazon Music’s SongLine series, launched to explore the art of composition, invites artists to share their cultural journeys through intimate sessions. Lake, influenced by gospel and country, reveals his childhood marked by faith and family. This participation marks a step for the visibility of Christian music on mainstream platforms.
Reactions and statements
Brandon Lake expressed his gratitude: “I hope fans see my writing process before the songs hit a stage or stream. It was special to lift the veil with SongLine. » Amazon Music highlights the innovation of this docu-performance format, exclusive to their service.
Specialized media, such as Gospel Music Association and The Christian Beat, welcomed this first for a Christian artist, highlighting the expansion of the genre. No negative reactions have been reported; the project has generated positive buzz on social media since its release.
Consequences and accessibility
Available exclusively on Amazon Music Unlimited, this album reinforces Lake’s presence in Christian playlists like “Divine Sound”. He is part of his tour King of Hearts of 50 dates, planned until 2026. This partnership could open doors to other Christian artists on Amazon, promoting a wider distribution of messages of faith.
The release comes on November 22, 2025, the day the video becomes fully available, potentially boosting streams beyond the current 270 million.
