Christian Music and Songs — Listen Online
Praise and worship songs, Christian rock and pop, gospel, and music for prayer. Choose a genre or create your own playlist from YouTube videos.
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A selection of 50 songsfrom all genres, ranked by YouTube views
Christian Music Genres
Contemporary WorshipWorship songs sung by churches around the world. Play the entire collection or choose a song from the list.
Modern Worship, or contemporary worship music, consists of songs for church gatherings and personal worship: simple melodies and clear lyrics about God and faith that are easy for everyone to sing together. Many people begin listening to Christian music with songs like these.
Open “Modern Worship” →Christian PopContemporary Christian pop songs: melodic, radio-friendly, with lyrics about faith and hope.
CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) is contemporary Christian music that sounds like regular pop music but has Christian content. These songs are easy to listen to on the road, at work, and at home.
Open “Christian Pop” →GospelEmotional choral worship and live performances: gospel for those who love energy and powerful vocals.
Gospel is a style of Christian music that grew out of African American churches in the United States. It is characterized by choral singing, powerful solos, and live performances filled with joy and gratitude to God.
Open “Gospel” →Praise and WorshipClassic and contemporary praise songs: “How Great Is Our God,” “10,000 Reasons,” and other beloved modern church hymns.
Praise & Worship consists of songs in which we praise God for who He is and what He has done. Many of them have long become “common” songs for churches in different countries.
Open “Praise & Worship” →Christian RockGuitars, drive, and lyrics about faith: well-known Christian rock bands in one list.
Christian rock is rock music with lyrics about faith, struggle, forgiveness, and hope. It is a broad genre, ranging from melodic pop-rock to heavy guitar music. These songs are popular for listening to while driving or working out.
Open “Christian Rock” →Christian CountryHeartwarming songs about faith, family, and gratitude in a country sound: guitar, vocals, and honest lyrics.
Christian country combines the American country sound with Christian lyrics. The songs are simple and heartfelt, often personal stories about how someone came to faith.
Open “Christian Country” →Soaking MusicQuiet, mostly instrumental music for calmly dwelling in the presence of God. Suitable for prayer, Bible reading, and rest.
Soaking is the practice of quietly dwelling in the presence of God to peaceful, usually instrumental music, without rushing. A gentle background plays while you pray, listen, or simply rest before the Lord.
Open “Soaking Music” →Prayer MusicPeaceful melodies for prayer, Scripture reading, and quiet time with God: primarily piano and gentle arrangements, with some recordings featuring spoken prayer or Scripture.
Instrumental music helps you focus: it usually has no lyrics to distract you, so you can speak with God in your own words. This music is suitable for prayer, Bible reading, work, and rest.
Open “Prayer Music” →Christian Hip-HopRap with Christian lyrics: rhythm, honest stories, and faith in Christ. Tracks from the genre in one list, sorted by YouTube views.
Christian Hip-Hop (CHH) is rap featuring lyrics about faith, struggle, freedom, and grace. Many artists share personal stories and reach out to young people.
Open “Christian Hip-Hop” →Acoustic WorshipQuiet acoustic versions of worship songs: guitar and vocals, without unnecessary noise. For evenings, prayer, and reflection.
Acoustic versions have a calm sound: guitar, piano, and vocals. The lyrics feel closer, which is why people enjoy listening to these songs in silence.
Open “Acoustic Worship” →Christian R&BA gentle rhythm, soulful vocals, and lyrics about faith: Christian R&B and soul.
Christian R&B and soul combine rhythm and blues, soul, and Christian lyrics. The music is smooth and heartfelt, often with gospel elements.
Open “Christian R&B” →Christian Electronic MusicEnergetic electronic and dance music with Christian lyrics—for young people, workouts, and a good mood.
Christian electronic dance music (Christian EDM) consists of dance songs with synthesizers and a modern beat, featuring praise to God and testimonies of faith.
Open “Christian Electronic Music” →
Christian Music Online
Here you will find collections of Christian music by genre: contemporary worship, pop, rock, hip-hop, gospel, acoustic music, electronic music, and instrumental music for prayer. Songs in the genre collections are primarily in English. For Russian-speaking listeners, there are separate collections in Russian, Ukrainian, and Spanish. They are grouped under “Music by Language,” rather than counted as genres.
There is no need to search for songs one at a time on YouTube: start a ready-made playlist or add your favorite videos to “My Playlist.” The playlist is saved in your browser, so next time you can simply open the page and continue listening. You can listen with the video or audio only.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I listen to Christian music here for free?
Yes. Songs are played from YouTube directly on the page; no registration is required.
How do I create my own playlist?
Open the “My Playlist” tab, paste a YouTube video link, and click “＋”. The list is stored in your browser on this device, while the “Copy link to my playlist” button lets you open it on another device.
Can I listen without video?
Yes, the “Without video” button hides the image while the music continues playing. This is convenient for prayer and background music. On a phone with the screen locked, YouTube may stop playback.
How do I transfer my playlist to another device?
There are two ways. 1) Link: open the “My Playlist” tab, click “Copy link to my playlist,” send it to yourself (via messenger or email), and open it on another device: the songs will be added to “My Playlist” there. 2) File: click “Export”; on a computer, the my-playlist-imbf.json file will be saved to the “Downloads” folder. On a smartphone, confirm the download: on iPhone, the file will appear in the “Files” app under “Downloads”; on Android, in the “Downloads” folder. Transfer the file to another device (via messenger, email, or cloud storage), open “My Playlist” there, click “Import,” and select this file.
How do I share a playlist with friends?
Open “My Playlist” and click “Copy link to my playlist,” then send the link to a friend. When they open it, your songs will be added to their “My Playlist.” You can also send a file: click “Export,” send the my-playlist-imbf.json file, and have your friend open “My Playlist” in the “Music” section, click “Import,” and select the file. This works on computers and smartphones.
What happens to songs already in my playlist when I import?
Importing does not delete anything: new songs are added to the end of your list, while duplicates are skipped. If you need to clear the playlist, click “Clear” before importing. Tip: export your playlist from time to time to keep a backup copy. The playlist is stored only in your browser and will disappear if you clear the site data.
How to use
Choose a genre above and click a song in the list: the first song in the genre starts automatically unless you uncheck “Autoplay.” To create your own list, open “My Playlist,” paste a YouTube video link, and click “＋.” The playlist is stored in your browser on this device. To transfer it to another device, click “Copy link to my playlist” and open the link there.
The “No video” button hides the video while the music continues playing. All videos are played from YouTube and belong to their respective creators.
Player controls:
- Spacebar or K — pause and play
- ← → — previous and next song
- Shift + ← → — rewind 10 seconds
- M — mute and unmute