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Jamie MacDonald is Joined by Lauren Daigle on New Version of "Desperate," out now via Capitol Christian Music Group


Jamie MacDonald is Joined by Lauren Daigle on New Version of 'Desperate,' out now via Capitol Christian Music Group


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NEWS SOURCE: Shore Fire Media
July 11, 2025

Today (7.11), Capitol CMG artist Jamie MacDonald releases a reimagined version of her seven week chart topper, “Desperate,” now available on all platforms. The track features two-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Lauren Daigle, adding a fresh and moving dimension to a song that has already touched millions.

Reflecting on the collaboration, she shares that Lauren Daigle has been an important source of encouragement during her journey as a new artist. “Lauren has been a huge support to me behind the scenes,” says MacDonald. “Her wisdom and sweet encouragement has made all the difference for me as I navigate some crazy leaps of faith in new places that she knows all too well. It only made sense for us to collaborate. What a joy bomb she is, and a true woman of God who I have looked up to for a long time. She was the perfect fit for ‘Desperate’ and took it to the next level.”

“Desperate” recently spent seven consecutive weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Christian AC and Mediabase Christian AC charts, a milestone that highlights MacDonald’s rise as a significant new voice in Christian music. She wrote the song during a time of deep personal loss, following the death of her father, a former professional boxer. MacDonald spent five years as his caregiver, and the song became a personal anthem during her season of grief.The result is a deeply emotional anthem that continues to resonate with listeners navigating pain, faith, and healing.

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Earlier this year, MacDonald was nominated for three K-LOVE Fan Awards, including Song of the Year, and her bold, emotionally honest approach to songwriting continues to draw a growing audience. With the release of this new version of “Desperate,” Jamie MacDonald deepens her impact and signals even greater things ahead. Watch the video here.

Jamie MacDonald on Tour:

Fri., July 11 | Worship Under the Stars | New York, NY

Sat., July 12 | Worship Under the Stars | Baltimore, MD

Sat., July 19 | Alive Music Festival 2025 | Mineral City, OH

Sun., July 20 | Revibe 2025 w/ Jon Reddick | Waverly, IA

Wed., July 30 | Kingdom Bound Festival 2025 | Darien Center, NY

Fri., August 8 | Unity Christian Music Festival 2025 | Muskegon, MI

Sat., August 9 | Amplify Music Festival | Benton, AR

Fri., August 15 | Candlelight at the Four Seasons | New Orleans, LA

Sat., August 23 | Rock the Smokies w/ Skillet and Zach Williams | Pigeon Forge, TN

Sun., August 31 | FLM's 26th Last Blast | Tipton, PA

Sat., September 13 | Harvest of Hope | Mattoon, IL

Sun., September 14 | Uprise Festival 2025 | Shippensburg, PA

Sat., September 20 | Illumination Festival 2025 w/ Anne Wilson, Cochren & Co. and Billy Ballenger | Greenville, OH

Sat., September 27 | Alpha & Omega Corn Maze w/ Jason Crabb | Hamptonville, NC*

Fri., November 7 | At The Heart Of It Tour | Missouri City, TX*

Sat., November 8 | At The Heart Of It Tour | Kenner, LA*

Sun., November 9 | At The Heart Of It Tour | Fort Worth, TX*

Tues., November 11 | At The Heart Of It Tour | Brooklyn Park, MN*

Thurs., November 13 | At The Heart Of It Tour | Palos Heights, IL*

Fri., November 14 | At The Heart Of It Tour | Pickerington, OH*

Sun., November 16 | At The Heart Of It Tour | Nashville, TN*

*denotes dates with Benjamin William Hastings



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For more info on Jamie MacDonald, visit the JFH Artists Database.


 

 

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