MercyMe Drops New Single “Heartbroken Hallelujah” Ahead of Upcoming Album ‘WONDER & AWE’
Written by Sunny Unachi on 22nd July 2025
10x Platinum-selling band MercyMe has just released their powerful new single, “Heartbroken Hallelujah,” giving fans a first glimpse of what’s to come from their upcoming album, WONDER & AWE, set to arrive on August 8. This marks the band’s 12th studio album and follows their 2022 release, ALWAYS ONLY JESUS. The new 13-track project sees MercyMe reuniting with longtime producer Tedd T, who also serves as Executive Producer, and legendary producer Brown Bannister. They’re also welcoming fresh creative energy from collaborators Josh Auer, Jarad Atherton, and Carter Frodge. For the first time in their career, the band is stepping fully into the production seat—co-producing every track on the album themselves.
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One of the struggles within today’s church is the lack of awe,” says lead singer Bart Millard about the new project. “Having access to virtually everything within the palm of our hands, where’s the joy in being surprised? Those moments that take our breath away. This album reflects where I am right now…longing for wonder and awe—actively seeking the wonder of God and learning not to take it for granted. We’re so excited to finally share it, and we hope it brings even a fraction of the joy and excitement it’s brought us.”
In support of the new release, the group is embarking on a eight-date stint this fall with fellow hitmakers TobyMac and Matthew West from September 25 through October 5. Giving fans even more of the phenomenal in-person experience, “MERCYME LIVE 2025” is slated to continue through the fall with Natalie Grant and special guest Sam Wesley.
Lyrics:
When the pain hurts so bad I can’t see straight
When the enemy starts creeping in
Isolation and rest start to look the same
And loneliness swears he’s a friend
Maybe misery loves company
Cuz misery knows
That hurting hurts worse when you’re hurting alone
I need You
Oh Lord how I need You
This very hour I need You
Oh when pain’s got me weak
I somehow find strength singing to Ya
So here’s my heartbroken hallelujah
To be clear, I’m not here to wish the pain away
Just please be with me ’til it’s gone
Cuz I can finally see the difference between
Having love, having loss, versus nothing at all
I need You
Oh Lord how I need You
This very hour I need You
Oh when pain’s got me weak
I somehow find strength singing to Ya
So here’s my heartbroken hallelujah
