Jamie Macdonald Is Joined By Lauren Daigle On New Version Of “Desperate”

By Timothy Yap Jul 13, 2025 05:59 AM EDT

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.

Listen to "Desperate" with Lauren Daigle Here

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