Brandon Lake Drops Surprise Single “Daddy’s DNA”

GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Brandon Lake has surprised fans with the release of his powerful new single “Daddy’s DNA,” now available to stream and download on all digital platforms. Calling it “maybe my favorite song I’ve ever written,” Lake delivers an emotional, introspective track that reflects on grace, redemption, and the deep pull of his spiritual roots.

A Glimpse Into the New Album King of Hearts

“Daddy’s DNA” is a sneak peek from Brandon Lake’s highly anticipated album King of Hearts, set to drop on June 13, 2025. In a heartfelt post on Instagram, Lake shared, “SURPRISE!!! Maybe my favorite song I’ve ever written ‘Daddy’s DNA’ is out now!!! We decided to just drop it early and I pray it’s a blessing to you like it’s been to me. Let your friends and family know by sharing this post. Can’t wait for the entire record to drop — go pre-save ‘King of Hearts’ now so you get it first!”

 

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Lyrics That Speak to the Heart

The song’s lyrics dive deep into the struggle of turning away from God and the overwhelming grace found when returning:

I thought the world had something special I was missing
My daddy told me not to chase it, didn’t listen
Fell downhill a mile a minute, before I knew it I was living
In a pig sty a long, long way from home

I went running like a rebel
Racked up debts I couldn’t pay
I went dancing with the devil
With one foot in the grave
How the heaven did I get here
Went and threw it all away
All I’ve given you was trouble
All you’ve given me was grace

The freedom I was chasing felt like prison
Lord, I’ve done so many things I wish I didn’t
After all the risky business could I ever be forgiven
I’m afraid to even ask to come back home

Co-Writers and Tour Plans

Co-written by Brandon Lake, Hank Bentley, and Jacob Sooter, “Daddy’s DNA” is accompanied by a soulful, heartwarming visual on YouTube, adding depth and emotion to the already stirring track. To promote the upcoming album, Lake will hit the road on the King of Hearts Tour, covering 48 cities across fall 2025 and spring 2026. Fans can already join the public pre-sale, which opened on April 23.

With King of Hearts on the horizon, “Daddy’s DNA” sets the tone for what promises to be one of Brandon Lake’s most personal and powerful projects yet.

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