Forrest Frank Surpasses Drake In Monthly Listeners

What’s up, Praise family? Let’s dive into some news that’s got the whole industry talking. We’ve been watching the Christian music scene explode for a minute now, but one artist is making a move that’s so big, it’s a moment for all of us to celebrate. I’m talking about Forrest Frank, who has just done what seemed almost impossible: he’s surpassed Drake in monthly audience listeners on YouTube Music. He’s been releasing hit after hit recently and it seems everything is going viral. His latest hit “Lemonade” recently hit #1 on Apple Music.

This isn’t about comparing career legacies, because we all know Drake is a titan in the game. But right now, in this moment, Forrest Frank is on a viral wave that is undeniable. As of mid-August, his monthly audience on YouTube Music hit a staggering 144 million listeners, putting him ahead of Drake’s 137 million. It’s a huge deal and a powerful statement about where music is headed.

Forrest Frank’s rise is fueled by more than just numbers. It’s a testament to his talent and the authenticity of his message. His albums, Child of God (2024) and Child of God II (2025), both shot to number one on the Billboard Top Christian Albums chart. And get this, Child of God II even climbed to number 12 on the all-genre Billboard 200. His viral song “Your Way’s Better” also made a big splash on the Billboard Hot 100

His music, a unique mix of pop, hip-hop, and gospel, is connecting with people in a real way, especially through platforms like YouTube Shorts and TikTok. This isn’t just a win for Forrest Frank, it’s a win for the entire Christian music community. It shows the world that faith-filled music is not only here to stay, but it can stand toe-to-toe with the biggest names out there and win over a global audience.

Keep that in your back pocket, because this is just the beginning.