Top 10 Christian YouTube Songs February 20-26, 2026: Official Chart
The worship music scene is buzzing this week. For the period of February 20-26, 2026, our official chart, based on YouTube streaming data, recorded over 5.4 million views. It's the track "Alleluia" by Elevation Worship and Chandler Moore that seizes the top spot, dethroning the powerhouse of Bethel Music to second position.
This week is marked by an impressive influx of 13 new entries into the top 50, a strong indicator of the genre's dynamism. We also observe a general downward trend, with 37 tracks dropping compared to only 3 rising, signaling an intense refresh of gospel music listeners' playlists.
A Fresh Wave with Powerful Newcomers
Among the new arrivals, Nigerian star Mercy Chinwo makes a striking debut at #7 with "My Lover (Live)," confirming her international status. The collective Maverick City continues to expand its influence, notably through its ongoing collaboration with Naomi Raine, which remains well-charted. The diversity of styles, ranging from the power of Hillsong Worship to the energy of Ada Ehi with her track "Congratulations," demonstrates the richness and constant evolution of contemporary gospel.
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Worthy / You Are Holy / We Fall Down (Live) – @JohnWilds , Bethel Music
Worthy / You Are Holy / We Fall Down (Live) – @JohnWilds , Bethel Music
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The Blessing with Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes | Live From Elevation Ballantyne | Elevation Worship
The Blessing with Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes | Live From Elevation Ballantyne | Elevation Wor…
Naomi Raine – God Will Work It Out [Official Live Video]
Naomi Raine – God Will Work It Out [Official Live Video]
Ada Ehi – Congratulations ft Buchi | The Official Video
Ada Ehi – Congratulations ft Buchi | The Official Video
Excess Love (Remix) (Official Video) | JJ Hairston & Mercy Chinwo
Excess Love (Remix) (Official Video) | JJ Hairston & Mercy Chinwo
One More Day (Live) | Elevation Worship & Sons Of Sunday
One More Day (Live) | Elevation Worship & Sons Of Sunday
God Will Work It Out (feat. Naomi Raine & Israel Houghton) | Maverick City Music | TRIBL
God Will Work It Out (feat. Naomi Raine & Israel Houghton) | Maverick City Music | TRIBL
This new top 10, while dominated by established artists, hints at the emergence of new talent. The popular song "God Will Work It Out" by Naomi Raine, propelled by Maverick City, is a perfect example of these attention-grabbing collaborations. While confirmed artists like Brandon Lake (with CeCe Winans) or Casting Crowns ("Who Am I") maintain a solid presence, the progression of tracks like "In Christ Alone" by Jenn Johnson shows that revisited classics still find favor with the audience.
Another major takeaway from this session is the performance of African artists. Beyond Mercy Chinwo and Ada Ehi, we note the breakthrough of Moses Bliss in collaboration with Chandler Moore ("Your Love"), entering at #24. This vitality underscores the growing importance of the Nigerian and South African scenes in the global landscape of Christian music 2026, offering a striking contrast to the more polished style of American megachurches.
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