From the Grammy-winning songwriter of "Come Jesus Come"
The new single · Streaming January 8, 2027

How Bad

Stephen McWhirter

God, don't let me forget how bad I need you.

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Stephen McWhirter
God, don’t let me forget how bad I need you.
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The lyric video

How Bad — lyric video thumbnail: sticky notes reading Stephen McWhirter, How Bad, Lyric Video
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The story

A confession,
not a performance

I spent so many years telling myself I didn’t need anyone. Most of those years were spent in heavy addiction and darkness.

The day that lie broke is when I gave my life to Jesus and realized I couldn’t make it without Him. To this day, that has never changed and never will.

This song is not just a song, it’s a reminder there will never be a point in life where I can afford to forget HOW BAD I need God!

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.”

John 15:5 · NIV

The first song from the album Death Never Stood A Chance (May 2027).

The wall

God, don’t let
me forget…

The cover is a room papered in notes written to God, as reminders. Add yours. Say it plain — that's the whole point of the song.

Only you see your notes here. Tap one of yours to save it as an image and share it.

The giveaway

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  • Flights & hotel for twoLouisville, June 2027
  • Tickets to the release showDeath Never Stood A Chance · Louisville Palace
  • Pre-show hang with StephenBefore doors open
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