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'''''My Jesus''''' is the debut studio album by American [[contemporary Christian music]] singer [[Anne Wilson (musician)|Anne Wilson]], which was released via [[Capitol Christian Music Group]] on April 22, 2022.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/breakout-artist-anne-wilson-releases-debut-album-my-jesus/ |title= Breakout Artist Anne Wilson Releases Debut Album 'My Jesus' {{!}} CCM Magazine |last= Cluver |first= Ross |date= April 22, 2021 |website= [[CCM Magazine]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> The album features guest appearances by [[Hillary Scott]] and [[Crowder (musician)|Crowder]].<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.louderthanthemusic.com/product.php?id=7040 |title= Louder Than The Music - Anne Wilson - My Jesus |date= April 22, 2022 |website= Louder Than The Music |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
'''''My Jesus''''' is the debut studio album by American [[contemporary Christian music]] singer [[Anne Wilson (musician)|Anne Wilson]], which was released via [[Capitol Christian Music Group]] on April 22, 2022.<ref name="Cluver">{{cite web |url= https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/breakout-artist-anne-wilson-releases-debut-album-my-jesus/ |title= Breakout Artist Anne Wilson Releases Debut Album 'My Jesus' {{!}} CCM Magazine |last= Cluver |first= Ross |date= April 22, 2022 |website= [[CCM Magazine]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> The album features guest appearances by [[Hillary Scott]] and [[Crowder (musician)|Crowder]].<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.louderthanthemusic.com/product.php?id=7040 |title= Louder Than The Music - Anne Wilson - My Jesus |date= April 22, 2022 |website= Louder Than The Music |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>


The album was supported by the release of "[[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]" and "[[Sunday Sermons]]" as singles. The title track reached number one on the US [[Hot Christian Songs]] chart,<ref name="MJ Hot Christian Peak" /> and the [[Bubbling Under Hot 100]] chart.<ref name="MJ Bubbling Peak" /> "Sunday Sermons" peaked at number 12 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.<ref name="SS Hot Christian Peak" />
The album was supported by the release of "[[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]," "[[Sunday Sermons]]," and "[[Hey Girl (Anne Wilson song)|Hey Girl]]" as singles. The title track reached number one on the US [[Hot Christian Songs]] chart,<ref name="MJ Hot Christian Peak" /> and the [[Bubbling Under Hot 100]] chart.<ref name="MJ Bubbling Peak" /> "Sunday Sermons" peaked at number five on the Hot Christian Songs chart.<ref name="SS Hot Christian Peak" /> "Hey Girl" peaked at number 26 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.<ref name="HG Hot Christian Peak" /> "God Thing" was released as a promotional single.


The album garnered positive reviews from critics who commended Wilson for successfully blending [[Contemporary Christian music|CCM]] and [[country music|country]] genres in a way that appeals to listeners across the genres. The album was a commercial success upon its release, debuting at number one on ''[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]'''s [[Top Christian Albums]] chart in the United States.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwmusic/article/Anne-Wilsons-Debut-Album-Tops-the-Billboard-Charts-20220503 |title= Anne Wilson's Debut Album Tops the Billboard Charts |last= Major |first= Michael |date= May 3, 2022 |website= Broadway World |access-date= May 4, 2022}}</ref> At the [[53rd GMA Dove Awards|2022 GMA Dove Awards]], ''My Jesus'' was nominated for the GMA Dove Award for Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year, while the title track was nominated for Song of the Year and won Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year, and "[[Mamas (song)|Mamas]]" got nominated for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/watch-nominations-for-53rd-annual-gma-dove-awards-announced/ |title= Watch: Nominations For 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards Announced - TCB |last= Longs |first= Herb |date= August 10, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= October 9, 2022}}</ref><ref name="2022 Dove Awards Results">{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/gma-dove-awards-cece-winans-anne-wilson-1235159610/ |title= 2022 GMA Dove Awards Winners: CeCe Winans & Anne Wilson Lead – Billboard |last= Nicholson |first= Jessica |date= October 21, 2022 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= October 22, 2022}}</ref> The title track was also nominated for the [[Billboard Music Award for Top Christian Song|''Billboard'' Music Award for Top Christian Song]] at the [[2022 Billboard Music Awards|2022 ''Billboard'' Music Awards]].<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/billboard-music-awards-announces-2022-finalists/ |title= Billboard Music Awards Announces 2022 Finalists - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= April 8, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= April 9, 2022}}</ref> The album received a nomination for the [[Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album]] at the [[65th Annual Grammy Awards|2023 Grammy Awards]].<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/nominations-for-65th-annual-grammy-awards-unveiled-including-ccm-gospel-categories/ |title= Nominations For 65th Annual GRAMMY Awards Unveiled Including CCM & Gospel Categories - TCB |last= Longs |first= Herb |date= November 15, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= November 26, 2022}}</ref>
The album garnered positive reviews from critics who commended Wilson for successfully blending [[Contemporary Christian music|CCM]] and [[country music|country]] genres in a way that appeals to listeners across the genres.


==Background==
==Background==
Anne Wilson initially attracted publicity, with the release of her cover of "[[What a Beautiful Name]]" by [[Hillsong Worship]] on YouTube, catching the attention of label executives which resulted in the signing of a record deal with [[Capitol Christian Music Group]] toward the end of 2019.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://jubileecast.com/articles/26239/20210422/anne-wilsons-amazing-story-from-aspiring-to-be-an-astronaut-to-singing-for-jesus.htm |title= Anne Wilson's Amazing Story: From Aspiring to Be an Astronaut to Singing for Jesus : News : JubileeCast |last= Yap |first= Timothy |date= April 22, 2021 |website= JubileeCast |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Wilson then released her debut single "[[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]" on April 16, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://musicrow.com/2021/04/anne-wilson-unveils-capitol-christian-debut-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Unveils Capitol Christian Debut 'My Jesus' - MusicRow.com |last= Hollabaugh |first= Lorie |date= April 22, 2021 |website= MusicRow.com |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" became a record-breaking hit for Wilson, marking the largest new artist debut single launch for Capitol Christian Music Group in ten years,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.allaccess.com/net-news/archive/story/208561/capitol-cmg-artist-anne-wilson-is-biggest-new-arti |title= Capitol CMG Artist Anne Wilson Is Biggest New Artist Launch In Nearly 10 Years |date= June 18, 2021 |website= AllAccess.com |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> and Wilson becoming the first female solo artist to top the ''[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]'' [[Christian Airplay]] chart since the chart's launch in 2003.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-has-unprecedented-success-with-historic-no-1-song-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Has Unprecedented Success With Historic No. 1 Song "My Jesus" - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= August 31, 2021 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> On August 6, 2021, Wilson released her first [[extended play]], ''[[My Jesus (Live in Nashville)]]''.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/anne-wilson-releases-my-jesus-live-in-nashville-ep/ |title= Anne Wilson Releases 'My Jesus (Live In Nashville)' EP {{!}} CCM Magazine |last= Cluver |first= Ross |date= August 6, 2021 |website= [[CCM Magazine]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> The EP peaked at number 12 on the [[Top Christian Albums]] chart in the United States.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-albums/2021-10-16/ |title= Top Christian Albums Chart {{!}} Billboard |date= October 12, 2021 |website= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |publisher= Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
Anne Wilson initially attracted publicity, with the release of her cover of "[[What a Beautiful Name]]" by [[Hillsong Worship]] on YouTube, catching the attention of label executives which resulted in the signing of a record deal with [[Capitol Christian Music Group]] toward the end of 2019.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://jubileecast.com/articles/26239/20210422/anne-wilsons-amazing-story-from-aspiring-to-be-an-astronaut-to-singing-for-jesus.htm |title= Anne Wilson's Amazing Story: From Aspiring to Be an Astronaut to Singing for Jesus : News : JubileeCast |last= Yap |first= Timothy |date= April 22, 2021 |website= JubileeCast |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Wilson then released her debut single "[[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]" on April 16, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://musicrow.com/2021/04/anne-wilson-unveils-capitol-christian-debut-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Unveils Capitol Christian Debut 'My Jesus' - MusicRow.com |last= Hollabaugh |first= Lorie |date= April 22, 2021 |website= MusicRow.com |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" became a record-breaking hit for Wilson, marking the largest new artist debut single launch for Capitol Christian Music Group in ten years,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.allaccess.com/net-news/archive/story/208561/capitol-cmg-artist-anne-wilson-is-biggest-new-arti |title= Capitol CMG Artist Anne Wilson Is Biggest New Artist Launch In Nearly 10 Years |date= June 18, 2021 |website= AllAccess.com |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> and Wilson becoming the first female solo artist to top the ''[[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]]'' [[Christian Airplay]] chart since the chart's launch in 2003.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-has-unprecedented-success-with-historic-no-1-song-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Has Unprecedented Success With Historic No. 1 Song "My Jesus" - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= August 31, 2021 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> On August 6, 2021, Wilson released her first [[extended play]], ''[[My Jesus (Live in Nashville)]]''.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/anne-wilson-releases-my-jesus-live-in-nashville-ep/ |title= Anne Wilson Releases 'My Jesus (Live In Nashville)' EP {{!}} CCM Magazine |last= Cluver |first= Ross |date= August 6, 2021 |website= [[CCM Magazine]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> The EP peaked at number 12 on the [[Top Christian Albums]] chart in the United States.<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-albums/2021-10-16/ |title= Top Christian Albums Chart {{!}} Billboard |date= October 12, 2021 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |publisher= Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>


On March 2, 2022, Wilson announced that she will be releasing her debut studio album, ''My Jesus'', on April 22, 2022.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-set-to-release-full-length-debut-on-april-22/ |title= Anne Wilson Set To Release Full-Length Debut On April 22 - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= March 2, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Wilson collaborated with with songwriters such as [[Matthew West]], [[Mia Fieldes]], Jonathan Smith, Jeff Pardo, Emily Weisband, and [[Ben Glover]] among others.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.louderthanthemusic.com/document.php?id=12031 |title= Louder Than The Music - Anne Wilson Set To Release Full-Length Debut 'My Jesus' |date= March 4, 2022 |website= Louder Than The Music |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Anne Wilson shared the story behind the album,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://musicrow.com/2022/03/anne-wilson-slates-full-length-debut-my-jesus-for-april/ |title= Anne Wilson Slates Full-Length Debut 'My Jesus' For April - MusicRow.com |last= Hollabaugh |first= Lorie |date= March 3, 2022 |website= MusicRow.com |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> saying: {{blockquote|This record was written over the last two years of my life and is a collection of songs that each mean different things to me. Every song is a different side of me as an artist – country, worship, and radio – songs that speak to the masses and songs that speak to specific people or seasons. I feel like God placed this calling over my life to minister to those who've lost someone and are hurting. With these songs, I want to speak life and joy to people walking through pain and loss.}}
On March 2, 2022, Wilson announced that she will be releasing her debut studio album, ''My Jesus'', on April 22, 2022.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-set-to-release-full-length-debut-on-april-22/ |title= Anne Wilson Set To Release Full-Length Debut On April 22 - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= March 2, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Wilson collaborated with songwriters such as [[Matthew West]], [[Mia Fieldes]], Jonathan Smith, [[Jeff Pardo]], Emily Weisband, and [[Ben Glover]] among others.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.louderthanthemusic.com/document.php?id=12031 |title= Louder Than The Music - Anne Wilson Set To Release Full-Length Debut 'My Jesus' |date= March 4, 2022 |website= Louder Than The Music |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Anne Wilson shared the story behind the album,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://musicrow.com/2022/03/anne-wilson-slates-full-length-debut-my-jesus-for-april/ |title= Anne Wilson Slates Full-Length Debut 'My Jesus' For April - MusicRow.com |last= Hollabaugh |first= Lorie |date= March 3, 2022 |website= MusicRow.com |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> saying: {{blockquote|This record was written over the last two years of my life and is a collection of songs that each mean different things to me. Every song is a different side of me as an artist – country, worship, and radio – songs that speak to the masses and songs that speak to specific people or seasons. I feel like God placed this calling over my life to minister to those who've lost someone and are hurting. With these songs, I want to speak life and joy to people walking through pain and loss.}}


''My Jesus'' was released on April 22, 2022,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/breakout-artist-anne-wilson-releases-debut-album-my-jesus/ |title= Breakout Artist Anne Wilson Releases Debut Album 'My Jesus' {{!}} CCM Magazine |last= Cluver |first= Ross |date= April 22, 2022 |website= [[CCM Magazine]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> with Wilson also announcing the My Jesus Album Launch Livestream Event, slated for April 27, where Wilson would perform songs from the album and discuss the process behind making the record.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://guitargirlmag.com/news/music-news/breakout-singer-songwriter-anne-wilson-releases-her-debut-album-my-jesus-available-now/ |title= Breakout Singer-Songwriter Anne Wilson Releases Her Debut Album My Jesus Available Now - Guitar Girl Magazine |date= April 22, 2022 |website= Guitar Girl Magazine |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
''My Jesus'' was released on April 22, 2022,<ref name="Cluver"/> with Wilson also announcing the My Jesus Album Launch Livestream Event, slated for April 27, where Wilson would perform songs from the album and discuss the process behind making the record.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://guitargirlmag.com/news/music-news/breakout-singer-songwriter-anne-wilson-releases-her-debut-album-my-jesus-available-now/ |title= Breakout Singer-Songwriter Anne Wilson Releases Her Debut Album My Jesus Available Now - Guitar Girl Magazine |date= April 22, 2022 |website= Guitar Girl Magazine |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>


==Music and lyrics==
==Music and lyrics==
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Musically, Jonathan Andre of 365 Days of Inspiring Media said the album was an attempt to "try and marry both [[Contemporary Christian music|CCM]] and [[Country music|country]] together," comparing it to [[Chris Tomlin]]'s 2020 album ''[[Chris Tomlin & Friends]]''.<ref name="365 Review" /> Andre said the album contains "songs of hope, joy and peace."<ref name="365 Review" /> Christopher Wegner of CNTRY classified the album as "country music with a Christian message," while calling Wilson "the female equivalent of Christian superstar [[Zach Williams (musician)|Zach Williams]]," and comparing her voice to [[Maren Morris]].<ref name="CNTRY Review" /> Kelly Meade of Today's Christian Entertainment described the album's sound as a blend of country, [[Gospel music|gospel]] and [[Bluegrass music|bluegrass]].<ref name="TCE Review" /> Jesus Freak Hideout's Josh Balogh said the album contains "a veritable smorgasbord of styles with the country genre as its anchor," further explaining that "There's a strong current of [[gothic country]], with a smattering of modern country and radio-ready pop ballads to keep things fresh."<ref name="JFH Review" /> Timothy Yap of JubileeCast said the songs were embedded "with a modern country backing that [[Morgan Wallen]] or [[Chris Stapleton]] would be proud of."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> Lyrically, Yap observed that the songs were "situated within narrative contexts of Wilson's upbringing and life in [[Lexington, Kentucky]]," further adding that "she brings three-dimensional situations, people, and feelings to her songs."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" />
| image1 = Anne Wilson at the Prudential Center in New Jersey in 2022.png
| image2 = Matthew West Live at the Grand Ole Opry December 13, 2012.jpg
| caption2 = Wilson and [[Matthew West]], along with Jeff Pardo, collaborated on the album's songs.
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Musically, Jonathan Andre of 365 Days of Inspiring Media said the album was an attempt to "try and marry both [[Contemporary Christian music|CCM]] and [[Country music|country]] together," comparing it to [[Chris Tomlin]]'s 2020 album ''[[Chris Tomlin & Friends]]''.<ref name="365 Review" /> Andre said the album contains "songs of hope, joy and peace."<ref name="365 Review" /> Christopher Wegner of CNTRY classified the album as "country music with a Christian message," while calling Wilson "the female equivalent of Christian superstar [[Zach Williams (musician)|Zach Williams]]," and comparing her voice to [[Maren Morris]].<ref name="CNTRY Review" /> Kelly Meade of Today's Christian Entertainment described the album's sound as a blend of country, [[Gospel music|gospel]] and [[Bluegrass music|bluegrass]].<ref name="TCE Review" /> Jesus Freak Hideout's Josh Balogh said the album contains "a veritable smorgasbord of styles with the country genre as its anchor," further explaining that "There's a strong current of [[gothic country]], with a smattering of modern country and radio-ready pop ballads to keep things fresh."<ref name="JFH Review" /> Timothy Yap of JubileeCast said the songs were embedded "with a modern country backing that [[Morgan Wallen]] or [[Chris Stapleton]] would be proud of."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> Lyrically, Yap observed that the songs were "situated within narrative contexts of Wilson's upbringing and life in [[Lexington, Kentucky]]," further adding that "she brings three-dimensional situations, people, and feelings to her songs."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> [[CMT (American TV channel)|CMT]] described the album as "A rootsy-country collection that displays Wilson's self-discovery while coping with a devastating loss."<ref name="CMT Roundup" />


The album begins with "Prelude (Scatter)" which sets the tone with a buld-up into the second track "Scatter."<ref name="TCE Review" /> "Scatter" is a "a country-rock head banger,"<ref name="365 Review" /> as the lyrics "tell of shouting praises to the Lord until the enemy turns to run at the sound."<ref name="TCE Review" /> The third song is the [[My Jesus (song)|title track]], which is "a gospel-infused celebration of the power, love and grace found in Jesus,"<ref name="TCE Review" /> and "offers heartfelt sentiments to the weary."<ref name="JFH Review" /> It is followed by "Devil" which has a "defiant gothic-country sound,"<ref name="JFH Review" /> as the lyrics "remind us of the limited power the devil actually has."<ref name="365 Review" /> "[[Sunday Sermons]]" that exhibits a "grandiose country pop" sound,<ref name="CNTRY Review" /> while it also "transports us into the church as Wilson reminds us how God can utilize an average pastor's message for his glory."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> "Hey Girl" is "a playful earworm calling women to see themselves as God does.<ref name="JFH Review" />" It is succeeded by "This House" which "shows us of the essential nature of the foundation of the word of the Lord."<ref name="365 Review" /> "Mansions" is a track which "celebrates eternal life and what Jesus has instore for those who are part of his kingdom."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> "Mamas" is a "shuffle-step song,"<ref name="JFH Review" /> which details "the reasons why we need our mama’s in our lives."<ref name="365 Review" /> "No Place Like Home" is a "stripped-down acoustic guitar backed track; this ballad presents many heart-warming vignettes of the times Wilson spent with her sister."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> "God Thing" is an upbeat song that "moments that cannot be explained by mere reason, but some thing that God intervenes (or even uses) for His glory and our good."<ref name="365 Review" /> "That's What We Need" is a track that points out how "instead of just going through the motions of empty faith, we need to be living out our belief in Jesus and doing what the Bible says."<ref name="TCE Review" /> "Something About That Name" serves as a reminder of "how there’s something about the power of Jesus's name, that the God we serve and the name of Him we declare from our mouths, has the power to do things we may not perceive possible."<ref name="365 Review" /> "Closer to God" showcases "the trembling vocals of Wilson,"<ref name="JFH Review" /> as she asserts that "in every circumstance, triumph and even tragedy, God uses to bring us closer to Himself, even if we don't see it in the moment."<ref name="365 Review" /> The album ends with a duet version of the title track featuring [[Crowder (musician)|Crowder]], highlighting their complimentary styles.<ref name="TCE Review" />
The album begins with "Prelude (Scatter)" which sets the tone with a build-up into the second track "Scatter."<ref name="TCE Review" /> "Scatter" is a "a country-rock head banger,"<ref name="365 Review" /> as the lyrics "tell of shouting praises to the Lord until the enemy turns to run at the sound."<ref name="TCE Review" /> The third song is the [[My Jesus (song)|title track]], which is "a gospel-infused celebration of the power, love and grace found in Jesus,"<ref name="TCE Review" /> and "offers heartfelt sentiments to the weary."<ref name="JFH Review" /> It is followed by "Devil" which has a "defiant gothic-country sound,"<ref name="JFH Review" /> as the lyrics "remind us of the limited power the devil actually has."<ref name="365 Review" /> "[[Sunday Sermons]]" that exhibits a "grandiose country pop" sound,<ref name="CNTRY Review" /> while it also "transports us into the church as Wilson reminds us how God can utilize an average pastor's message for his glory."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> "[[Hey Girl (Anne Wilson song)|Hey Girl]]" is "a playful earworm calling women to see themselves as God does.<ref name="JFH Review" />" It is succeeded by "This House" which "shows us of the essential nature of the foundation of the word of the Lord."<ref name="365 Review" /> "Mansions" is a track which "celebrates eternal life and what Jesus has instore for those who are part of his kingdom."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> "[[Mamas (song)|Mamas]]" is a "shuffle-step song,"<ref name="JFH Review" /> which details "the reasons why we need our mama's in our lives."<ref name="365 Review" /> "No Place Like Home" is a "stripped-down acoustic guitar backed track; this ballad presents many heart-warming vignettes of the times Wilson spent with her sister."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> "God Thing" is an upbeat song that "moments that cannot be explained by mere reason, but some thing that God intervenes (or even uses) for His glory and our good."<ref name="365 Review" /> "That's What We Need" is a track that points out how "instead of just going through the motions of empty faith, we need to be living out our belief in Jesus and doing what the Bible says."<ref name="TCE Review" /> "Something About That Name" serves as a reminder of "how there's something about the power of Jesus's name, that the God we serve and the name of Him we declare from our mouths, has the power to do things we may not perceive possible."<ref name="365 Review" /> "Closer to God" showcases "the trembling vocals of Wilson,"<ref name="JFH Review" /> as she asserts that "in every circumstance, triumph and even tragedy, God uses to bring us closer to Himself, even if we don't see it in the moment."<ref name="365 Review" /> The album ends with a duet version of the title track featuring [[Crowder (musician)|Crowder]], highlighting their complementary styles.<ref name="TCE Review" />


==Release and promotion==
==Release and promotion==
===Singles===
===Singles===
"[[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]" was released as a multi-track single containing the title track, "Devil" and "Something About That Name," on April 16, 2021,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/anne-wilson-releases-debut-project-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Releases Debut Project 'My Jesus' {{!}} CCM Magazine |last= Cluver |first= Ross |date= April 16, 2021 |website= [[CCM Magazine]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> accompanied with the music video for "My Jesus".<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-releases-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Releases "My Jesus" - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= April 16, 2021 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" impacted [[Christian radio]] in the United States on May 21, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.instagram.com/p/CPJVfD_h059/|url-access=registration|title= Capitol CMG Radio on Instagram: "Debut add date for Anne Wilson! 👏🏻Thank you so much to everyone showing love to her first ever radio single - "My Jesus"! 💛 IMPACTING NOW" |date= May 21, 2021 |via= [[Instagram]] |at= Capitol CMG Radio page |access-date= May 2, 2022 |archive-url= https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/instagram/capitolcmgradio/2578686755213889149 |archive-date= December 26, 2021}}{{cbignore}}</ref> Anne Wilson released a duet version of the song featuring [[Crowder (musician)|Crowder]] on October 22, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2021/10/22.AnneWilsonReleasesMyJesusVersionFeaturingCROWDER.asp |title= JFH News: Anne Wilson Releases "My Jesus" Version Featuring CROWDER |date= October 22, 2021 |website= Jesus Freak Hideout |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" peaked at number one on the US [[Hot Christian Songs]] chart,<ref name="MJ Hot Christian Peak">{{Cite web |url= https://www.billboard.com/amp/articles/business/chart-beat/9613071/anne-wilson-my-jesus-hot-christian-songs-chart |title= Anne Wilson's Debut Single 'My Jesus' Hits No. 1 on Hot Christian Songs Chart - Billboard |last= Asker |first= Jim |date= August 10, 2021 |website= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> the [[Christian Airplay]] chart,<ref>{{Cite web |url= https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/chart-beat/9620113/anne-wilson-tops-christian-airplay-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Tops Christian Airplay With ‘My Jesus’ - Billboard |last= Asker |first= Jim |date= August 25, 2021 |website= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> and the [[Bubbling Under Hot 100]] chart.<ref name="MJ Bubbling Peak">{{cite web |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/bubbling-under-hot-100-singles/2021-08-28 |title= Bubbling Under Hot 100 - Billboard |date= August 24, 2021 |website= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |publisher= Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" was nominated for the [[Billboard Music Award for Top Christian Song|''Billboard'' Music Award for Top Christian Song]] at the [[2022 Billboard Music Awards|2022 ''Billboard'' Music Awards]].<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/billboard-music-awards-announces-2022-finalists/ |title= Billboard Music Awards Announces 2022 Finalists - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= April 8, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
"[[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]" was released as a multi-track single containing the title track, "Devil" and "Something About That Name," on April 16, 2021,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.ccmmagazine.com/news/anne-wilson-releases-debut-project-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Releases Debut Project 'My Jesus' {{!}} CCM Magazine |last= Cluver |first= Ross |date= April 16, 2021 |website= [[CCM Magazine]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> accompanied with the music video for "My Jesus".<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-releases-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Releases "My Jesus" - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= April 16, 2021 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" impacted [[Christian radio]] in the United States on May 21, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.instagram.com/p/CPJVfD_h059/|url-access=registration|title= Capitol CMG Radio on Instagram: "Debut add date for Anne Wilson! 👏🏻Thank you so much to everyone showing love to her first ever radio single - "My Jesus"! 💛 IMPACTING NOW" |date= May 21, 2021 |via= [[Instagram]] |at= Capitol CMG Radio page |access-date= May 2, 2022 |archive-url= https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/instagram/capitolcmgradio/2578686755213889149 |archive-date= December 26, 2021}}{{cbignore}}</ref> Anne Wilson released a duet version of the song featuring [[Crowder (musician)|Crowder]] on October 22, 2021.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/news/2021/10/22.AnneWilsonReleasesMyJesusVersionFeaturingCROWDER.asp |title= JFH News: Anne Wilson Releases "My Jesus" Version Featuring CROWDER |date= October 22, 2021 |website= Jesus Freak Hideout |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" peaked at number one on the US [[Hot Christian Songs]] chart,<ref name="MJ Hot Christian Peak">{{Cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/amp/articles/business/chart-beat/9613071/anne-wilson-my-jesus-hot-christian-songs-chart |title= Anne Wilson's Debut Single 'My Jesus' Hits No. 1 on Hot Christian Songs Chart - Billboard |last= Asker |first= Jim |date= August 10, 2021 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> the [[Christian Airplay]] chart,<ref>{{Cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/articles/business/chart-beat/9620113/anne-wilson-tops-christian-airplay-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson Tops Christian Airplay With 'My Jesus' - Billboard |last= Asker |first= Jim |date= August 25, 2021 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> and the [[Bubbling Under Hot 100]] chart.<ref name="MJ Bubbling Peak">{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/bubbling-under-hot-100-singles/2021-08-28 |title= Bubbling Under Hot 100 - Billboard |date= August 24, 2021 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |publisher= Billboard-Hollywood Reporter Media Group |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" was nominated for the [[Billboard Music Award for Top Christian Song|''Billboard'' Music Award for Top Christian Song]] at the [[2022 Billboard Music Awards|2022 ''Billboard'' Music Awards]].<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/billboard-music-awards-announces-2022-finalists/ |title= Billboard Music Awards Announces 2022 Finalists - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= April 8, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "My Jesus" received two [[GMA Dove Award]] nominations for Song of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the [[53rd GMA Dove Awards|2022 GMA Dove Awards]].<ref name="2022 GMA Dove Nominations">{{cite web |url= https://jubileecast.com/articles/28111/20220810/matthew-west-maverick-city-music-anne-wilson-for-king-country-phil-wickham-lead-artist-nominations-for-53rd-annual-gma-dove-awards.htm |title= Matthew West, Maverick City Music, Anne Wilson, FOR KING + COUNTRY, Phil Wickham Lead Artist Nominations for 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards : News : JubileeCast |last= Yap |first= Timothy |date= August 10, 2022 |website= JubileeCast |access-date= October 9, 2022}}</ref> ultimately winning the Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year award.<ref name="2022 Dove Awards Results" />


"[[Sunday Sermons]]" was released as the second single from the album on January 14, 2022,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.wnypapers.com/news/article/current/2022/01/14/149382/billboard-chartbreaker-anne-wilson-releases-sunday-sermons |title= Billboard Chartbreaker Anne Wilson releases 'Sunday Sermons' |date= January 14, 2022 |website= Niagara Frontier Publications |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> accompanied with a lyric video of the song.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.louderthanthemusic.com/document.php?id=11864 |title= Louder Than The Music - Anne Wilson Releases New Song 'Sunday Sermons' |date= January 16, 2022 |website= Louder Than The Music |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "Sunday Sermons" impacted Christian radio in the United States on February 4, 2022.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.instagram.com/p/CZkCiNcu982/ |url-access= registration |title= Capitol CMG Radio on Instagram: “TODAY is the day that Anne Wilson’s “Sunday Sermons” officially goes for adds!! 🎉⛪️🙌🏻” |date= February 4, 2022 |website= [[Instagram]] |access-date= May 2, 2022 |url-status= live |archive-url= https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/instagram/capitolcmgradio/2766347218108276534 |archive-date= February 9, 2022}}</ref> On March 4, 2022, Anne Wilson released the music video for "Sunday Sermons".<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-sunday-sermons-music-video/ |title= Anne Wilson "Sunday Sermons" Music Video - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= March 4, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 1, 2022}}</ref> "Sunday Sermons" peaked at number 12 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.<ref name="SS Hot Christian Peak">{{cite web |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-songs/2022-04-30 |title= Hot Christian Songs - Billboard |date= April 26, 2022 |website= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
"[[Sunday Sermons]]" was released as the second single from the album on January 14, 2022,<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.wnypapers.com/news/article/current/2022/01/14/149382/billboard-chartbreaker-anne-wilson-releases-sunday-sermons |title= Billboard Chartbreaker Anne Wilson releases 'Sunday Sermons' |date= January 14, 2022 |website= Niagara Frontier Publications |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> accompanied with a lyric video of the song.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.louderthanthemusic.com/document.php?id=11864 |title= Louder Than The Music - Anne Wilson Releases New Song 'Sunday Sermons' |date= January 16, 2022 |website= Louder Than The Music |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "Sunday Sermons" impacted Christian radio in the United States on February 4, 2022.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.instagram.com/p/CZkCiNcu982/ |url-access= registration |title= Capitol CMG Radio on Instagram: "TODAY is the day that Anne Wilson's "Sunday Sermons" officially goes for adds!! 🎉⛪️🙌🏻" |date= February 4, 2022 |website= [[Instagram]] |access-date= May 2, 2022 |url-status= live |archive-url= https://ghostarchive.org/iarchive/instagram/capitolcmgradio/2766347218108276534 |archive-date= February 9, 2022}}</ref> On March 4, 2022, Anne Wilson released the music video for "Sunday Sermons".<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-sunday-sermons-music-video/ |title= Anne Wilson "Sunday Sermons" Music Video - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= March 4, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 1, 2022}}</ref> "Sunday Sermons" peaked at number five on the Hot Christian Songs chart.<ref name="SS Hot Christian Peak">{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-songs/2022-06-04 |title= Hot Christian Songs - Billboard |date= June 1, 2022 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= June 1, 2022}}</ref>

"[[Hey Girl (Anne Wilson song)|Hey Girl]]" impacted Christian radio in the United States on September 16, 2022, becoming the third single from the album.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.allaccess.com/christian/future-releases |title= Future Releases for Christian Radio Stations {{!}} Free New Songs from Music Artists |website= AllAccess.com |access-date= August 15, 2022 |url-status= dead |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20220811071142/https://www.allaccess.com/christian/future-releases |archive-date= August 11, 2022}}</ref> "Hey Girl" peaked at number 26 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.<ref name="HG Hot Christian Peak">{{cite web |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-songs/2022-12-03 |title= Hot Christian Songs - Billboard |date= November 29, 2022 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= December 1, 2022}}</ref>


===Promotional singles===
===Promotional singles===
"Hey Girl" was released as the first promotional single from the album on March 4, 2022, concurrently launching the album's pre-order.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://jubileecast.com/articles/27451/20220303/what-we-know-about-anne-wilsons-full-length-debut-album-my-jesus.htm |title= What We Know About Anne Wilson's Full-Length Debut Album "My Jesus" : News : JubileeCast |last= Yap |first= Timothy |date= March 3, 2022 |website= JubileeCast |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "God Thing" was released as the final promotional single from the album on April 4, 2022.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwmusic/article/Singer-Songwriter-Anne-Wilson-Releases-Latest-Track-God-Thing-20220401 |title= Singer-Songwriter Anne Wilson Releases Latest Track, 'God Thing' |last= Tomeo |first= Marissa |date= April 1, 2022 |website= Broadway World |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
"Hey Girl" was released as the first promotional single from the album on March 4, 2022, concurrently launching the album's pre-order.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://jubileecast.com/articles/27451/20220303/what-we-know-about-anne-wilsons-full-length-debut-album-my-jesus.htm |title= What We Know About Anne Wilson's Full-Length Debut Album "My Jesus" : News : JubileeCast |last= Yap |first= Timothy |date= March 3, 2022 |website= JubileeCast |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> "God Thing" was released as the final promotional single from the album on April 4, 2022.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.broadwayworld.com/bwwmusic/article/Singer-Songwriter-Anne-Wilson-Releases-Latest-Track-God-Thing-20220401 |title= Singer-Songwriter Anne Wilson Releases Latest Track, 'God Thing' |last= Tomeo |first= Marissa |date= April 1, 2022 |website= Broadway World |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>


==Critical reception==
===Other songs===
On May 4, 2022, Anne Wilson released the music video for "[[Mamas (song)|Mamas]]" with Hillary Scott.<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.thechristianbeat.org/anne-wilson-mamas-with-hillary-scott-music-video/ |title= Anne Wilson & Hillary Scott Celebrate Mother's Day With "Mamas" Music Video - TCB |last= Clarks |first= Jessie |date= May 4, 2022 |website= The Christian Beat |access-date= May 5, 2022}}</ref> "Mamas" peaked at number 15 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.<ref name="Mamas Hot Christian">{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-songs/2022-05-21 |title= Hot Christian Songs - Billboard |date= May 17, 2022 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 17, 2022}}</ref> "Mamas" received a GMA Dove Award nomination for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year at the [[53rd GMA Dove Awards|2022 GMA Dove Awards]].<ref name="2022 GMA Dove Nominations" />
{{Album ratings

==Reception==
===Critical response===
{{Music ratings
| rev1 = 365 Days of Inspiring Media
| rev1 = 365 Days of Inspiring Media
| rev1Score = 4.5/5<ref name="365 Review">{{cite web |url= https://www.365daysofinspiringmedia.com/reviews/anne-wilson-my-jesus/#more-15381 |title= Anne Wilson – My Jesus {{!}} 365 Days of Inspiring Media |last= Andre |first= Jonathan |date= April 26, 2022 |website= 365 Days of Inspiring Media |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
| rev1score = 4.5/5<ref name="365 Review">{{cite web |url= https://www.365daysofinspiringmedia.com/reviews/anne-wilson-my-jesus/#more-15381 |title= Anne Wilson – My Jesus {{!}} 365 Days of Inspiring Media |last= Andre |first= Jonathan |date= April 26, 2022 |website= 365 Days of Inspiring Media |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>

| rev2 = [[AllMusic]]
| rev2score = {{rating|4|5}}<ref name="AllMusic Review">{{cite web |url= https://www.allmusic.com/album/my-jesus-mw0003713266 |title= Anne Wilson - My Jesus {{!}} Album Reviews, Songs & More {{!}} AllMusic |last= Young |first= Neil Z. |website= [[AllMusic]] |access-date= October 17, 2022}}</ref>


| rev2 = Jesus Freak Hideout
| rev3 = Jesus Freak Hideout
| rev2Score = {{rating|4|5}}<ref name="JFH Review">{{cite web |url= https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/cdreviews/MyJesus.asp |title= Jesusfreakhideout.com: Anne Wilson, "My Jesus" Review |last= Balogh |first= Josh |date= April 20, 2022 |website= Jesusfreakhideout.com |publisher= Jesus Freak Hideout |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
| rev3score = {{rating|4|5}}<ref name="JFH Review">{{cite web |url= https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/cdreviews/MyJesus.asp |title= Jesusfreakhideout.com: Anne Wilson, "My Jesus" Review |last= Balogh |first= Josh |date= April 20, 2022 |website= Jesusfreakhideout.com |publisher= Jesus Freak Hideout |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>


| rev3 = JubileeCast
| rev4 = JubileeCast
| rev3Score = 4/5<ref name="JubileeCast Review">{{cite web |url= https://jubileecast.com/articles/27658/20220422/anne-wilson-my-jesus-album-review.htm |title= Anne Wilson “My Jesus” Album Review : Exclusives : JubileeCast |last= Yap |first= Timothy |date= April 22, 2022 |website= JubileeCast |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
| rev4score = 4/5<ref name="JubileeCast Review">{{cite web |url= https://jubileecast.com/articles/27658/20220422/anne-wilson-my-jesus-album-review.htm |title= Anne Wilson "My Jesus" Album Review : Exclusives : JubileeCast |last= Yap |first= Timothy |date= April 22, 2022 |website= JubileeCast |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>


| rev4 = Today's Christian Entertainment
| rev5 = Today's Christian Entertainment
| rev4Score = {{Rating|3.8|5}}<ref name="TCE Review">{{cite web |url= https://todayschristianent.com/anne-wilson-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson ‘My Jesus’ – Today's Christian Entertainment |last= Baracskai-Thigpen |first= Abby |date= April 24, 2022 |website= Today's Christian Entertainment |publisher= Avada |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
| rev5score = {{Rating|3.8|5}}<ref name="TCE Review">{{cite web |url= https://todayschristianent.com/anne-wilson-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson 'My Jesus' – Today's Christian Entertainment |last= Baracskai-Thigpen |first= Abby |date= April 24, 2022 |website= Today's Christian Entertainment |publisher= Avada |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
}}
}}


Jonathan Andre in his 365 Days of Inspiring Media review opined that ''My Jesus'' is "ny artist’s dream start to a hopefully long career, inspiring and encouraging people with [[Christian country music]], a 'genre' that is rare, but nevertheless growing. Well done Anne for this stellar album."<ref name="365 Review" /> Christopher Wegner, reviewing for CNTRY, said the album contains "consistently catchy and successful songs," and concluded "On ''My Jesus'' Anne Wilson shows how really good country music with a Christian message should sound. Her message is never too intrusive, she rather puts the inspiration in the foreground. You will probably hear a lot more from her in the future."<ref name="CNTRY Review">{{cite web |url= https://todayschristianent.com/anne-wilson-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson - My Jesus (Album-Review) - CNTRY |last= Wegner |first= Christopher |date= April 24, 2022 |website= CNTRY |language= de |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Jesus Freak Hideout's Josh Balogh wrote a favourable review of the album, saying "Anne Wilson has the sound, aesthetic, and hit song in "My Jesus," now the only question is, "how high can she fly" moving forward? By all accounts, this reviewer says the sky's the limit, and the future of Christian/Country music looks bright."<ref name="JFH Review" /> JubileeCast's Timothy Yap said "this is a fine debut album with attention paid to make you feel like you can be part of the songs' stories."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> Kelly Meade: indicated in a review at Today's Christian Entertainment: "As a whole, ''My Jesus'' is a solid debut. The blend of country, gospel and bluegrass stands out from a lot of mainstream Christian music while the messages within the songs will resonate with listeners beyond the genre. With a firm focus on being real in your faith and the nearness of our Savior, this album will be a welcome addition to many collections."<ref name="TCE Review" />
Jonathan Andre in his 365 Days of Inspiring Media review opined that ''My Jesus'' is "any artist's dream start to a hopefully long career, inspiring and encouraging people with [[Christian country music]], a 'genre' that is rare, but nevertheless growing. Well done Anne for this stellar album."<ref name="365 Review" /> [[CMT (American TV channel)|CMT]] said of the album: "The soul-touching record proves that Wilson wears her heart on her sleeve and is truly a crossover artist in the making."<ref name="CMT Roundup">{{cite web |url= http://www.cmt.com/news/1844616/cmt-roundup-new-music-from-brett-eldredge-tenille-townes-and-travis-denning/ |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20220425224921/http://www.cmt.com/news/1844616/cmt-roundup-new-music-from-brett-eldredge-tenille-townes-and-travis-denning/ |url-status= dead |archive-date= April 25, 2022 |title= CMT Roundup: New Music From Brett Eldredge, Tenille Townes and Travis Denning |date= April 22, 2022 |website= [[CMT (American TV channel)|CMT]] |access-date= May 4, 2022}}</ref> Neil Z. Young of [[AllMusic]] wrote a positive review of the album, saying, "''My Jesus'' packs substance and an inspirational message into a surprisingly effective and catchy mainstream collection of anthems, an impressive debut from a young artist with plenty of promise."<ref name="AllMusic Review" /> Christopher Wegner, reviewing for CNTRY, said the album contains "consistently catchy and successful songs," and concluded "On ''My Jesus'' Anne Wilson shows how really good country music with a Christian message should sound. Her message is never too intrusive, she rather puts the inspiration in the foreground. You will probably hear a lot more from her in the future."<ref name="CNTRY Review">{{cite web |url= https://todayschristianent.com/anne-wilson-my-jesus/ |title= Anne Wilson - My Jesus (Album-Review) - CNTRY |last= Wegner |first= Christopher |date= April 24, 2022 |website= CNTRY |language= de |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref> Jesus Freak Hideout's Josh Balogh wrote a favourable review of the album, saying "Anne Wilson has the sound, aesthetic, and hit song in "My Jesus," now the only question is, "how high can she fly" moving forward? By all accounts, this reviewer says the sky's the limit, and the future of Christian/Country music looks bright."<ref name="JFH Review" /> JubileeCast's Timothy Yap said "this is a fine debut album with attention paid to make you feel like you can be part of the songs' stories."<ref name="JubileeCast Review" /> Kelly Meade: indicated in a review at Today's Christian Entertainment: "As a whole, ''My Jesus'' is a solid debut. The blend of country, gospel and bluegrass stands out from a lot of mainstream Christian music while the messages within the songs will resonate with listeners beyond the genre. With a firm focus on being real in your faith and the nearness of our Savior, this album will be a welcome addition to many collections."<ref name="TCE Review" />

===Accolades===
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! Organization
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|-
! scope="row" | 2022
| [[53rd GMA Dove Awards|GMA Dove Awards]]
| Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year
| {{Nominated}}
| {{center|<ref>{{cite web |url= https://doveawards.com/2022-nominees/ |title= 2022 Winners {{!}} The 53rd Annual GMA Dove Awards |date= August 10, 2022 |website= [[GMA Dove Awards]] |access-date= August 18, 2022 |archive-date= August 11, 2022 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20220811072953/https://doveawards.com/2022-nominees/ |url-status= live}}</ref>}}
|-
! scope="row" | 2023
| [[65th Annual Grammy Awards|Grammy Awards]]
| [[Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album|Best Contemporary Christian Music Album]]
| {{Nom}}
| {{center|<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/music/awards/grammy-nominations-2023-full-list-1235171242/ |title= Grammy Nominations 2023: The Full List – Billboard |last= Atkinson |first= Katie |date= November 15, 2022 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= November 26, 2022}}</ref>}}
|-
|}

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|-
! scope="row"| ''{{sort|Jesus Freak Hideout|Jesus Freak Hideout}}''
| 2022 Staff Picks: Alex Caldwell's Album Picks
| 10
| {{center|<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/features/staffpicks2022.asp |title= JesusfreakHideout.com 2022 Staff Picks |date= December 23, 2022 |website= Jesus Freak Hideout |access-date= December 27, 2022}}</ref>}}
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| Best of 2022: Top 10 Albums of the Year
| {{n/a}}
| {{center|<ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.newreleasetoday.com/article.php?article_id=3711 |title= Best of 2022: Top 10 Albums of the Year {{!}} NRT LISTS {{!}} NewReleaseToday |last= Davis |first= Kevin |date= December 15, 2022 |website= NewReleaseToday |publisher= NRT Media, Inc |access-date= December 27, 2022}}</ref>}}
|}

==Commercial performance==
In the United States, ''My Jesus'' debuted at number one on the [[Top Christian Albums]] chart in the United States dated May 7, 2022, earning a total of 13,000 equivalent album units in sales in its first week.<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/pro/anne-wilson-my-jesus-top-christian-albums-chart/ |title= Anne Wilson's 'My Jesus' Debuts at No. 1 on Top Christian Albums Chart – Billboard |last= Asker |first= Jim |date= May 5, 2022 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 5, 2022}}</ref> The album concurrently registered on the mainstream [[Billboard 200|''Billboard'' 200]] chart at number 68.<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/the-billboard-200/2022-05-07 |title= Billboard 200 – Billboard |date= May 3, 2022 |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |access-date= May 5, 2022}}</ref>


==Track listing==
==Track listing==
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| title3 = [[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]
| title3 = [[My Jesus (song)|My Jesus]]
| writer3 = {{hlist| Wilson | Jeff Pardo | [[Matthew West]]}}
| writer3 = {{hlist| Wilson | [[Jeff Pardo]] | [[Matthew West]]}}
| extra3 = Jonathan Smith
| extra3 = Jonathan Smith
| length3 = 3:37
| length3 = 3:37
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| length5 = 3:20
| length5 = 3:20


| title6 = Hey Girl
| title6 = [[Hey Girl (Anne Wilson song)|Hey Girl]]
| writer6 = {{hlist| Wilson | Pardo | West}}
| writer6 = {{hlist| Wilson | Pardo | West}}
| extra6 = Jeff Pardo
| extra6 = Jeff Pardo
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| length8 = 3:07
| length8 = 3:07


| title9 = Mamas
| title9 = [[Mamas (song)|Mamas]]
| note9 = with [[Hillary Scott]]
| note9 = with [[Hillary Scott]]
| writer9 = {{hlist| Wilson | Pardo | West}}
| writer9 = {{hlist| Wilson | Pardo | West}}
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}}
}}

==Personnel==
Adapted from AllMusic.<ref name="AllMusic Credits">{{cite web |url= https://www.allmusic.com/album/my-jesus-mw0003713266/credits |title= My Jesus – Anne Wilson {{!}} Credits {{!}} AllMusic |website= [[AllMusic]] |access-date= October 17, 2022}}</ref>
{{div col}}
* Jacob Arnold — drums, programmer
* Josh Bailey — A&R
* Joshua Bailey — A&R
* Dallan Beck — editing, sound editing
* Chris Bevins — editing, programming
* Jesse Brock — mixing, mixing assistant
* Chad Carouthers — electric guitar
* Dave Clauss — Mixing
* Court Clement — acoustic guitar, banjo, bass, Dobro, electric guitar, guitar
* Courtlan Clement — electric guitar
* Nickie Conley — background vocals
* David Cook — editing
* David Cook — editing
* Crowder — primary Artist, vocals
* Warren David — mixing assistant
* Alex Dobbert — mastering engineer
* Nathan Dugger — acoustic guitar, Lap Steel Guitar
* Jason Eskridge — background vocals, choir arrangement, vocal arrangement
* Bryan Fowler — background vocals, bass, producer
* Luke Fredrickson — acoustic guitar, electric guitar
* Tim Galloway — banjo, guitar, mandolin
* [[Ben Glover]] — acoustic guitar, background vocals, electric guitar, engineer, keyboards, piano, producer, programmer, programming, vocals
* Lindsay Glover — background vocals, vocals
* [[Bernie Herms]] — piano, producer, programming
* Mark Hill — bass
* Ethan Hulse — acoustic guitar, background vocals
* Willie Johnson — background vocals
* Micah Kuiper — background vocals, producer
* Joe LaPorta — mastering engineer
* Todd Lombardo — acoustic guitar
* Tony Lucido — bass
* Jamie MacDonald — background vocals
* Jerry McPherson — electric guitar
* Wil Merrell — background vocals
* Scott Mills — electric guitar
* Sean Moffitt — mixing
* Gordon Mote — Hammond B3, piano
* [[Jeff Pardo]] — background vocals, Hammond B3, Hammond organ, keyboards, piano, producer, programmer, vocal producer
* Kiley Phillips — background vocals
* Matt Podesla — producer
* Sarah Lindsay Pogue — A&R
* Randy Poole — engineer
* Colton Price — editing, programmer, programming
* Danny Rader — acoustic guitar, electric guitar
* Jerry Roe — drums
* [[Hillary Scott]] — primary artist
* Jonathan Smith — acoustic guitar, background vocals, electric guitar, banjo, Hammond B3, keyboards, mandolin, organ, piano, producer, programmer, programming, vocals
* Jeff Sojka — background vocals, drums, engineer, keyboards, piano, producer, programmer, programming, vocals
* Aaron Sterling — drums
* Demaryius Thomas — African percussion
* Matt Ulrich — organ, piano
* [[Colby Wedgeworth]] — producer, programmer
* Matthew West — background vocals
* Fred Williams — programming
* Anne Wilson — background vocals, primary artist, vocals
* Avery Wright — producer
{{div col end}}

==Charts==
{{col-begin}}
{{col-2}}

===Weekly charts===
{| class="wikitable sortable plainrowheaders" style="text-align:center"
|+ Weekly chart performance for ''My Jesus''
! scope="col"| Chart (2022)
! scope="col"| Peak<br />position
|-
{{album chart|Billboard200|68|M||title=Billboard 200 – Billboard|url=https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-albums/2022-05-07|work=Billboard|rowheader=true|date=May 3, 2022|access-date=May 3, 2022}}
|-
{{album chart|BillboardChristian|1|M||title=Top Christian Albums – Billboard|url=https://www.billboard.com/charts/christian-albums/2022-05-07|work=Billboard|rowheader=true|date=May 3, 2022|access-date=May 3, 2022}}
|}

{{col-2}}

===Year-end charts===
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders" style="text-align:center"
|+ Year-end chart performance for ''My Jesus''
|-
! scope="col"| Chart (2022)
! scope="col"| Position
|-
! scope="row"| US Christian Albums (''Billboard'')<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/2022/christian-albums |title= Top Christian Albums – Billboard |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |version= Year-End Chart |access-date= December 4, 2022}}</ref>
| 23
|-
! scope="col"| Chart (2023)
! scope="col"| Position
|-
! scope="row"| US Christian Albums (''Billboard'')<ref>{{cite magazine |url= https://www.billboard.com/charts/year-end/2023/christian-albums |title= Top Christian Albums – Billboard |magazine= [[Billboard (magazine)|Billboard]] |version= Year-End Chart |access-date= February 11, 2024}}</ref>
| 6
|-
|}
{{col-end}}


==Release history==
==Release history==
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders"
{| class="wikitable plainrowheaders"
|+ Release dates and formats for ''My Jesus''
|+ Release dates and formats for ''My Jesus''
|-
! scope="col"| Region
! scope="col"| Region
! scope="col"| Date
! scope="col"| Date
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| April 22, 2022
| April 22, 2022
| {{hlist| [[Compact disc|CD]] | [[Music download|Digital download]] | [[Streaming media|streaming]]}}
| {{hlist| [[Compact disc|CD]] | [[Music download|Digital download]] | [[Streaming media|streaming]]}}
| {{hlist| [[Sparrow Records]] | [[Capitol Christian Music Group]]}}
| rowspan="2" | {{hlist| [[Sparrow Records]] | [[Capitol Christian Music Group]]}}
| <ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.amazon.com/My-Jesus-Anne-Wilson/dp/B09SVT63K4 |title= My Jesus by Anne Wilson on Amazon Music - Amazon.com |date= April 22, 2022 |website= [[Amazon.com]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
| <ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.amazon.com/My-Jesus-Anne-Wilson/dp/B09SVT63K4 |title= My Jesus by Anne Wilson on Amazon Music |date= April 22, 2022 |website= [[Amazon.com]] |access-date= May 2, 2022}}</ref>
|-
|-
! scope="row" | USA
| July 15, 2022
| {{hlist| [[LP record|Vinyl]]}}
| <ref>{{cite web |url= https://www.amazon.com/Anne-Wilson/dp/B09Z6VCT9S |title= My Jesus [2 LP] by Anne Wilson on Amazon Music |date= July 15, 2022 |website= [[Amazon.com]] |access-date= July 15, 2022}}</ref>
|}
|}


==References==
==References==
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==External links==
* {{URL| https://www.praisecharts.com/albums/details/11730/my-jesus | Lyrics and sheet music for the album on PraiseCharts}}


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My Jesus
Studio album by
Anne Wilson
ReleasedApril 22, 2022 (2022-04-22)
Recorded2021
Genre
Length50:08
Label
Producer
Anne Wilson chronology
My Jesus (Live in Nashville)
(2021) 		My Jesus
(2022) 		Rebel
(2024)
Singles from My Jesus
  1. "My Jesus"
    Released: April 16, 2021
  2. "Sunday Sermons"
    Released: January 14, 2022
  3. "Hey Girl"
    Released: September 16, 2022

My Jesus is the debut studio album by American contemporary Christian music singer Anne Wilson, which was released via Capitol Christian Music Group on April 22, 2022.[1] The album features guest appearances by Hillary Scott and Crowder.[2]

The album was supported by the release of "My Jesus," "Sunday Sermons," and "Hey Girl" as singles. The title track reached number one on the US Hot Christian Songs chart,[3] and the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.[4] "Sunday Sermons" peaked at number five on the Hot Christian Songs chart.[5] "Hey Girl" peaked at number 26 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.[6] "God Thing" was released as a promotional single.

The album garnered positive reviews from critics who commended Wilson for successfully blending CCM and country genres in a way that appeals to listeners across the genres. The album was a commercial success upon its release, debuting at number one on Billboard's Top Christian Albums chart in the United States.[7] At the 2022 GMA Dove Awards, My Jesus was nominated for the GMA Dove Award for Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year, while the title track was nominated for Song of the Year and won Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year, and "Mamas" got nominated for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year.[8][9] The title track was also nominated for the Billboard Music Award for Top Christian Song at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards.[10] The album received a nomination for the Grammy Award for Best Contemporary Christian Music Album at the 2023 Grammy Awards.[11]

Background

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Anne Wilson initially attracted publicity, with the release of her cover of "What a Beautiful Name" by Hillsong Worship on YouTube, catching the attention of label executives which resulted in the signing of a record deal with Capitol Christian Music Group toward the end of 2019.[12] Wilson then released her debut single "My Jesus" on April 16, 2021.[13] "My Jesus" became a record-breaking hit for Wilson, marking the largest new artist debut single launch for Capitol Christian Music Group in ten years,[14] and Wilson becoming the first female solo artist to top the Billboard Christian Airplay chart since the chart's launch in 2003.[15] On August 6, 2021, Wilson released her first extended play, My Jesus (Live in Nashville).[16] The EP peaked at number 12 on the Top Christian Albums chart in the United States.[17]

On March 2, 2022, Wilson announced that she will be releasing her debut studio album, My Jesus, on April 22, 2022.[18] Wilson collaborated with songwriters such as Matthew West, Mia Fieldes, Jonathan Smith, Jeff Pardo, Emily Weisband, and Ben Glover among others.[19] Anne Wilson shared the story behind the album,[20] saying:

This record was written over the last two years of my life and is a collection of songs that each mean different things to me. Every song is a different side of me as an artist – country, worship, and radio – songs that speak to the masses and songs that speak to specific people or seasons. I feel like God placed this calling over my life to minister to those who've lost someone and are hurting. With these songs, I want to speak life and joy to people walking through pain and loss.

My Jesus was released on April 22, 2022,[1] with Wilson also announcing the My Jesus Album Launch Livestream Event, slated for April 27, where Wilson would perform songs from the album and discuss the process behind making the record.[21]

Music and lyrics

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Wilson and Matthew West, along with Jeff Pardo, collaborated on the album's songs.

Musically, Jonathan Andre of 365 Days of Inspiring Media said the album was an attempt to "try and marry both CCM and country together," comparing it to Chris Tomlin's 2020 album Chris Tomlin & Friends.[22] Andre said the album contains "songs of hope, joy and peace."[22] Christopher Wegner of CNTRY classified the album as "country music with a Christian message," while calling Wilson "the female equivalent of Christian superstar Zach Williams," and comparing her voice to Maren Morris.[23] Kelly Meade of Today's Christian Entertainment described the album's sound as a blend of country, gospel and bluegrass.[24] Jesus Freak Hideout's Josh Balogh said the album contains "a veritable smorgasbord of styles with the country genre as its anchor," further explaining that "There's a strong current of gothic country, with a smattering of modern country and radio-ready pop ballads to keep things fresh."[25] Timothy Yap of JubileeCast said the songs were embedded "with a modern country backing that Morgan Wallen or Chris Stapleton would be proud of."[26] Lyrically, Yap observed that the songs were "situated within narrative contexts of Wilson's upbringing and life in Lexington, Kentucky," further adding that "she brings three-dimensional situations, people, and feelings to her songs."[26] CMT described the album as "A rootsy-country collection that displays Wilson's self-discovery while coping with a devastating loss."[27]

The album begins with "Prelude (Scatter)" which sets the tone with a build-up into the second track "Scatter."[24] "Scatter" is a "a country-rock head banger,"[22] as the lyrics "tell of shouting praises to the Lord until the enemy turns to run at the sound."[24] The third song is the title track, which is "a gospel-infused celebration of the power, love and grace found in Jesus,"[24] and "offers heartfelt sentiments to the weary."[25] It is followed by "Devil" which has a "defiant gothic-country sound,"[25] as the lyrics "remind us of the limited power the devil actually has."[22] "Sunday Sermons" that exhibits a "grandiose country pop" sound,[23] while it also "transports us into the church as Wilson reminds us how God can utilize an average pastor's message for his glory."[26] "Hey Girl" is "a playful earworm calling women to see themselves as God does.[25]" It is succeeded by "This House" which "shows us of the essential nature of the foundation of the word of the Lord."[22] "Mansions" is a track which "celebrates eternal life and what Jesus has instore for those who are part of his kingdom."[26] "Mamas" is a "shuffle-step song,"[25] which details "the reasons why we need our mama's in our lives."[22] "No Place Like Home" is a "stripped-down acoustic guitar backed track; this ballad presents many heart-warming vignettes of the times Wilson spent with her sister."[26] "God Thing" is an upbeat song that "moments that cannot be explained by mere reason, but some thing that God intervenes (or even uses) for His glory and our good."[22] "That's What We Need" is a track that points out how "instead of just going through the motions of empty faith, we need to be living out our belief in Jesus and doing what the Bible says."[24] "Something About That Name" serves as a reminder of "how there's something about the power of Jesus's name, that the God we serve and the name of Him we declare from our mouths, has the power to do things we may not perceive possible."[22] "Closer to God" showcases "the trembling vocals of Wilson,"[25] as she asserts that "in every circumstance, triumph and even tragedy, God uses to bring us closer to Himself, even if we don't see it in the moment."[22] The album ends with a duet version of the title track featuring Crowder, highlighting their complementary styles.[24]

Release and promotion

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Singles

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"My Jesus" was released as a multi-track single containing the title track, "Devil" and "Something About That Name," on April 16, 2021,[28] accompanied with the music video for "My Jesus".[29] "My Jesus" impacted Christian radio in the United States on May 21, 2021.[30] Anne Wilson released a duet version of the song featuring Crowder on October 22, 2021.[31] "My Jesus" peaked at number one on the US Hot Christian Songs chart,[3] the Christian Airplay chart,[32] and the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.[4] "My Jesus" was nominated for the Billboard Music Award for Top Christian Song at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards.[33] "My Jesus" received two GMA Dove Award nominations for Song of the Year and Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year at the 2022 GMA Dove Awards.[34] ultimately winning the Pop/Contemporary Recorded Song of the Year award.[9]

"Sunday Sermons" was released as the second single from the album on January 14, 2022,[35] accompanied with a lyric video of the song.[36] "Sunday Sermons" impacted Christian radio in the United States on February 4, 2022.[37] On March 4, 2022, Anne Wilson released the music video for "Sunday Sermons".[38] "Sunday Sermons" peaked at number five on the Hot Christian Songs chart.[5]

"Hey Girl" impacted Christian radio in the United States on September 16, 2022, becoming the third single from the album.[39] "Hey Girl" peaked at number 26 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.[6]

Promotional singles

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"Hey Girl" was released as the first promotional single from the album on March 4, 2022, concurrently launching the album's pre-order.[40] "God Thing" was released as the final promotional single from the album on April 4, 2022.[41]

Other songs

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On May 4, 2022, Anne Wilson released the music video for "Mamas" with Hillary Scott.[42] "Mamas" peaked at number 15 on the Hot Christian Songs chart.[43] "Mamas" received a GMA Dove Award nomination for Bluegrass/Country/Roots Recorded Song of the Year at the 2022 GMA Dove Awards.[34]

Reception

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Critical response

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Professional ratings
Review scores
SourceRating
365 Days of Inspiring Media4.5/5[22]
AllMusic[44]
Jesus Freak Hideout[25]
JubileeCast4/5[26]
Today's Christian Entertainment[24]

Jonathan Andre in his 365 Days of Inspiring Media review opined that My Jesus is "any artist's dream start to a hopefully long career, inspiring and encouraging people with Christian country music, a 'genre' that is rare, but nevertheless growing. Well done Anne for this stellar album."[22] CMT said of the album: "The soul-touching record proves that Wilson wears her heart on her sleeve and is truly a crossover artist in the making."[27] Neil Z. Young of AllMusic wrote a positive review of the album, saying, "My Jesus packs substance and an inspirational message into a surprisingly effective and catchy mainstream collection of anthems, an impressive debut from a young artist with plenty of promise."[44] Christopher Wegner, reviewing for CNTRY, said the album contains "consistently catchy and successful songs," and concluded "On My Jesus Anne Wilson shows how really good country music with a Christian message should sound. Her message is never too intrusive, she rather puts the inspiration in the foreground. You will probably hear a lot more from her in the future."[23] Jesus Freak Hideout's Josh Balogh wrote a favourable review of the album, saying "Anne Wilson has the sound, aesthetic, and hit song in "My Jesus," now the only question is, "how high can she fly" moving forward? By all accounts, this reviewer says the sky's the limit, and the future of Christian/Country music looks bright."[25] JubileeCast's Timothy Yap said "this is a fine debut album with attention paid to make you feel like you can be part of the songs' stories."[26] Kelly Meade: indicated in a review at Today's Christian Entertainment: "As a whole, My Jesus is a solid debut. The blend of country, gospel and bluegrass stands out from a lot of mainstream Christian music while the messages within the songs will resonate with listeners beyond the genre. With a firm focus on being real in your faith and the nearness of our Savior, this album will be a welcome addition to many collections."[24]

Accolades

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Awards
Year Organization Award Result Ref
2022 GMA Dove Awards Pop/Contemporary Album of the Year Nominated
[45]
2023 Grammy Awards Best Contemporary Christian Music Album Nominated
[46]
Year-end lists
Publication Accolade Rank Ref.
Jesus Freak Hideout 2022 Staff Picks: Alex Caldwell's Album Picks 10
[47]
NewReleaseToday Best of 2022: Top 10 Albums of the Year —
[48]

Commercial performance

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In the United States, My Jesus debuted at number one on the Top Christian Albums chart in the United States dated May 7, 2022, earning a total of 13,000 equivalent album units in sales in its first week.[49] The album concurrently registered on the mainstream Billboard 200 chart at number 68.[50]

Track listing

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My Jesus track listing
No.TitleWriter(s)Producer(s)Length
1."Prelude (Scatter)"
  • Jonathan Smith
  • Avery Wright
  • Matt Podesla
0:58
2."Scatter"
  • Wilson
  • Smith
  • Fieldes
Jonathan Smith3:14
3."My Jesus"
Jonathan Smith3:37
4."Devil"
  • Wilson
  • Pardo
Jeff Pardo3:24
5."Sunday Sermons"
  • Jeff Sojka
  • Ben Glover
3:20
6."Hey Girl"
  • Wilson
  • Pardo
  • West
Jeff Pardo3:08
7."This House"
  • Wilson
  • Bryan Fowler
  • Micah Kuiper
  • Bryan Fowler
  • Micah Kuiper
3:38
8."Mansions"
  • Wilson
  • Pardo
  • West
  • Paul Duncan
  • Ben Glover
  • Jeff Sojka
3:07
9."Mamas" (with Hillary Scott)
  • Wilson
  • Pardo
  • West
  • Ben Glover
  • Jeff Sojka
3:24
10."No Place Like Home"
  • Wilson
  • Pardo
  • West
Jeff Pardo4:31
11."God Thing"
  • Wilson
  • Glover
  • Sojka
  • Ben Glover
  • Jeff Sojka
3:19
12."That's What We Need"
  • Wilson
  • Fowler
  • Kuiper
  • Bryan Fowler
  • Micah Kuiper
3:37
13."Something About That Name"
Colby Wedgeworth3:32
14."Closer to God"
Bernie Herms3:33
15."My Jesus" (featuring Crowder)
  • Wilson
  • Pardo
  • West
Jonathan Smith3:37
Total length:50:08

Personnel

[edit]

Adapted from AllMusic.[51]

  • Jacob Arnold — drums, programmer
  • Josh Bailey — A&R
  • Joshua Bailey — A&R
  • Dallan Beck — editing, sound editing
  • Chris Bevins — editing, programming
  • Jesse Brock — mixing, mixing assistant
  • Chad Carouthers — electric guitar
  • Dave Clauss — Mixing
  • Court Clement — acoustic guitar, banjo, bass, Dobro, electric guitar, guitar
  • Courtlan Clement — electric guitar
  • Nickie Conley — background vocals
  • David Cook — editing
  • David Cook — editing
  • Crowder — primary Artist, vocals
  • Warren David — mixing assistant
  • Alex Dobbert — mastering engineer
  • Nathan Dugger — acoustic guitar, Lap Steel Guitar
  • Jason Eskridge — background vocals, choir arrangement, vocal arrangement
  • Bryan Fowler — background vocals, bass, producer
  • Luke Fredrickson — acoustic guitar, electric guitar
  • Tim Galloway — banjo, guitar, mandolin
  • Ben Glover — acoustic guitar, background vocals, electric guitar, engineer, keyboards, piano, producer, programmer, programming, vocals
  • Lindsay Glover — background vocals, vocals
  • Bernie Herms — piano, producer, programming
  • Mark Hill — bass
  • Ethan Hulse — acoustic guitar, background vocals
  • Willie Johnson — background vocals
  • Micah Kuiper — background vocals, producer
  • Joe LaPorta — mastering engineer
  • Todd Lombardo — acoustic guitar
  • Tony Lucido — bass
  • Jamie MacDonald — background vocals
  • Jerry McPherson — electric guitar
  • Wil Merrell — background vocals
  • Scott Mills — electric guitar
  • Sean Moffitt — mixing
  • Gordon Mote — Hammond B3, piano
  • Jeff Pardo — background vocals, Hammond B3, Hammond organ, keyboards, piano, producer, programmer, vocal producer
  • Kiley Phillips — background vocals
  • Matt Podesla — producer
  • Sarah Lindsay Pogue — A&R
  • Randy Poole — engineer
  • Colton Price — editing, programmer, programming
  • Danny Rader — acoustic guitar, electric guitar
  • Jerry Roe — drums
  • Hillary Scott — primary artist
  • Jonathan Smith — acoustic guitar, background vocals, electric guitar, banjo, Hammond B3, keyboards, mandolin, organ, piano, producer, programmer, programming, vocals
  • Jeff Sojka — background vocals, drums, engineer, keyboards, piano, producer, programmer, programming, vocals
  • Aaron Sterling — drums
  • Demaryius Thomas — African percussion
  • Matt Ulrich — organ, piano
  • Colby Wedgeworth — producer, programmer
  • Matthew West — background vocals
  • Fred Williams — programming
  • Anne Wilson — background vocals, primary artist, vocals
  • Avery Wright — producer

Charts

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Release history

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Release dates and formats for My Jesus
Region Date Format Label Ref.
Various April 22, 2022
[56]
USA July 15, 2022
[57]

References

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