Pastor Mike Jr., a renowned gospel musician, pastor, and public speaker, has made a significant mark in the gospel music industry. With an impressive tally of twenty-five Stellar Awards and a reputation for delivering chart-topping hits, Pastor Mike Jr. continues to shape contemporary gospel music. His latest single, “Amen,” stands as a testament to his enduring influence, currently leading the Billboard US gospel Airplay chart and earning a nomination for the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award at the 2025 BET Awards.
On May 31, 2025, “Amen” reached the No. 1 spot on the Billboard US Gospel Airplay chart, marking Pastor Mike Jr.’s seventh consecutive chart-topping single since his debut in 2019. The track also holds the No. 6 position on the US Hot Gospel Songs chart after peaking at No. 4 earlier in January 2025. Notably, “Amen” debuted at the top of the US Gospel Digital Song Sales chart and achieved a milestone by reaching No. 18 on the Digital Song Sales chart across all genres, marking Pastor Mike Jr.’s first entry into the broader US all-genres chart.
A native of Birmingham, Alabama, Pastor Mike Jr. has consistently dominated the gospel charts with previous No. 1 hits such as “Big” (February 2022), “I Got It” (March 2021), “Amazing” (May 2022), “Impossible” (April 2023), “Miracles” (July 2023), and “Windows” (June 2024). His latest achievement with “Amen” solidifies his record for the longest streak of consecutive No. 1 hits on the Gospel Airplay chart, as recognized by Billboard. He surpasses notable gospel artists like Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Tamela Mann, who each have six No. 1 hits.
With his ongoing success, Pastor Mike Jr. continues to inspire both the gospel community and a wider audience. His consistent presence at the top of the charts not only highlights his musical talent but also his ability to connect with listeners through uplifting and powerful messages.
Looking ahead, fans and industry watchers are anticipating the outcome of the 2025 BET Awards, where “Amen” is a pending nominee for the Dr. Bobby Jones Best Gospel/Inspirational Award.
Sources:
- Billboard.com
- BET.com
- Gospel Music Association
- Official Chart Data
