New BEC Recordings signee Evelyn Cormier, best known as a Top 14 finalist on American Idol, has released her powerful new single, Leaning On Jesus, available now across all major streaming platforms. The track is also set to impact Christian radio in the coming weeks, marking a significant milestone in both her career and faith journey.
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Written alongside Colby Wedgeworth and Paul Duncan, Leaning On Jesus is one of Cormier's most vulnerable releases to date. Blending her signature folk-pop sound with deeply personal lyricism, the song reflects a season of surrender, desperation, and renewed dependence on God.
"I wrote 'Leaning On Jesus' at the end of myself, for a time I'd never been more desperate for heaven's intervention," Cormier shares. "It's for the person who can't go another step... a reminder that we can lean on Jesus."
Cormier first captured national attention during her run on American Idol, where her raw, emotional performances and indie-folk style set her apart. Since then, she has continued to build a loyal following through honest songwriting and a willingness to share her personal story.
While she has long been open about her faith, Cormier says her transition into Christian music comes from a clear calling shaped through life's lowest moments.
"For a long time, I didn't feel called to Christian music," she explains. "But there's something about rock bottom that draws us closer to Christ. This song is my launching pad toward that call."
That turning point is evident throughout Leaning On Jesus. With gentle instrumentation and a reflective tone, the track creates space for listeners to pause and consider where their strength truly comes from. It echoes timeless biblical themes of trust and surrender, offering comfort to those navigating uncertainty and hardship.
The release builds on the momentum of her previous single, "Like Me Better," which amassed more than 1.5 million streams in just eight weeks. Now, with her debut Christian radio single, Cormier steps into a new chapter-one that more fully integrates her artistry with her testimony.
More new music is expected in the coming months as she continues to share songs shaped by faith, healing, and restoration.
With Leaning On Jesus, Evelyn Cormier offers not just a song, but a message: when strength runs out, grace remains-and there is always a place to lean.
