CHARLES WEEMS DEBUT SINGLE, "I WILL FOLLOW," TOPS 600K STREAMS WORLDWIDE AND APPROACHES RECORD-SETTING PRE-SAVE NUMBERS
2026/06/02.CharlesWeemsDebutSingleIWillFollowConnectswithWorshippers.asp NEWS SOURCE: Merge PR June 2, 2026
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (JUNE 02, 2026) Provident Entertainment celebrates a milestone first week for new worship leader Charles Weems as his label debut single, “I Will Follow,” resonates with listeners. In its first week of release, “I Will Follow” generated more than 600,000 streams worldwide, while content featuring the song has amassed more than six million views across social media platforms. Prior to release, the song recorded the second-most pre-saves for a debut single in Provident Entertainment history, surpassed only by Brandon Lake.
“I Will Follow” marks the first release from Weems since signing with Provident Entertainment. Co-written with Caylie Bryant (SEU Worship) and produced by Josh Holiday (ELEVATION RHYTHM), the song is a heartfelt declaration of trust and surrender, born from a season of learning to follow God faithfully and embrace His timing.
Raised in Vero Beach, Florida, and deeply rooted in the local church, Weems comes from generations of ministry. His commitment to serving the Church first has shaped both his calling and his music, which he often describes as “prayers in the form of melodies.”
About Charles Weems: Charles Weems is a worship leader and songwriter from Vero Beach, Florida. Raised in a multigenerational ministry family, Weems developed a passion for worship and serving the local church from an early age. Following the breakout success of his viral worship anthem “Slow Me Down,” Weems signed with Provident Entertainment and released his label debut single, “I Will Follow,” in 2026. His music is marked by heartfelt worship, honest storytelling, and a desire to lead people into deeper intimacy with Jesus. For all management and booking inquiries, please contact b@theharmony.group.
About Provident Entertainment: Provident Entertainment, a division of Sony Music Entertainment, is home to Reunion Records, Essential Records, RCA Inspiration, Essential Worship, Essential Music Publishing, and Provident Films. The astounding artist roster includes Brandon Lake, Seph Schlueter, Leanna Crawford, Ben Fuller, Matthew West, DOE, KB, Zach Williams, CAIN, SEU Worship, bodie, Aaron Cole, ANTHNY, Red Rocks Worship, David Leonard, Patrick Mayberry, and more.
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This Friday, July 24
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