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Brandon Lake and Nick Jonas have joined forces on a powerful new single titled "The Author," released today across all major streaming platforms. This collaboration brings together two artists from distinctly different musical worlds, yet the result feels remarkably natural and emotionally resonant. Brandon Lake, a GRAMMY-winning artist who has become one of the most influential voices in contemporary Christian music through hits like "Gratitude" and "Praise You Anywhere," lends his raw vocal intensity and spiritual depth to the track. Nick Jonas, known worldwide as a member of the Jonas Brothers and as a successful solo artist with multiple platinum records, contributes his polished pop sensibility and soulful delivery. Together, they have created a song that transcends genre boundaries while maintaining a message that speaks to listeners from all walks of life. "The Author" explores the deeply personal theme of surrendering control and trusti...

Multi-time Grammy Award-winning worship artist Brandon Lake has joined forces with global pop star Nick Jonas on the inspiring new single “The Author,” released May 1, 2026, via Provident Label Group / Sony Music Entertainment. A deeply confessional and prayerful ballad, “The Author” explores the theme of surrendering the pen of our lives to God, the true Author of our stories. With heartfelt lyrics, soaring melodies, and vulnerable storytelling, the track blends Brandon Lake’s anointed worship sound with Nick Jonas’s soulful pop sensibilities, creating a crossover moment that resonates with both faith-based and mainstream audiences. “Picked up the Book for the first time in ages / Still washed me clean with the dust on the pages / My life is a story I struggle to write / So I’m giving the pen back tonight…” The song was written during a songwriting camp hosted by Brandon Lake in late 2025, with co-writers including Benjamin William Hastings, Trannie Anderson, and Micah Nichols. It i...

Multi-platinum recording artist Nick Jonas has dropped the powerful “Hope (Remix)” featuring Grammy Award-winning worship leader Brandon Lake . The track was released on May 1, 2026, via Republic Records, as part of a special two-song collaboration that also includes the new ballad “The Author.” “Hope (Remix)” builds upon the original version from Jonas’s recent solo album Sunday Best, infusing it with Brandon Lake’s signature passionate vocals and worshipful energy. The song delivers an uplifting message of resilience, faith, and finding light in difficult times, creating a seamless blend of pop and contemporary worship that appeals to both mainstream and faith-based audiences. Lyrics reflect on childhood faith, personal struggles, and renewed hope: “Back when I was young, my faith was on fire… In my Sunday best…” The remix elevates the original with added depth and spiritual intensity from Lake’s contribution. “This collaboration with Brandon has been special,”...