The Top 5 Worship Songs To Listen To On Easter 2026 (PART 1)
The Top 5 Worship Songs to Listen To On Easter 2026 (PART 1). April 5, 2026. The date lands like a divine appointment on the calendar—Easter Sunday, the triumphant climax of Holy Week when the stone is rolled away forever, and the tomb stands empty as proof that death itself was defeated.
In a world still aching for resurrection hope amid uncertainty, nothing stirs the soul like worship that turns our eyes to the risen King. These aren’t just songs; they’re anthems of victory, crafted to carry us from the shadow of Good Friday into the blazing light of Sunday morning.
Drawing from the latest CCLI charts, fresh 2026 releases embraced by churches worldwide, and playlists dominating Spotify, Apple Music, and worship leader resources like PraiseCharts, WorshipFuel, and Worship Together, here is Part 1 of our curated Top 5. These selections blend brand-new fire with proven powerhouses—songs already flooding Easter setlists and personal devotion playlists. Whether you’re blasting them during sunrise service, family gatherings, or quiet moments of reflection, each one echoes the angel’s ancient proclamation: “He is not here; He has risen!”
1. He Arose – Tommee Profitt feat. Phil Wickham
The undisputed breakout resurrection anthem of 2026. Tommee Profitt’s cinematic production meets Phil Wickham’s soaring tenor in a track that feels like the moment the earth quaked, and the stone rolled back. With dramatic builds, pounding drums, and a chorus that demands you stand and shout, this new release (highlighted across PraiseCharts’ “Top New Easter Worship Songs of 2026” and WorshipFuel’s rankings) captures raw, triumphant energy.
Why it belongs on your Easter 2026 playlist: It doesn’t merely remember the resurrection—it lives it. Perfect for the high point of any service or your morning drive to church, “He Arose” reminds us that the same power that raised Jesus is alive in us today. Crank it up as the sun rises on April 5; you’ll feel the grave clothes falling off your own heart.
2. It Really Is Amazing Grace – Phil Wickham & Crowder
Phil Wickham and Crowder team up again for this fresh reimagining of grace that feels tailor-made for resurrection season. Released in time for 2026, it tops PraiseCharts’ new Easter list and is climbing WorshipFuel charts with its rich theology wrapped in singable, congregational warmth. The melody carries the weight of the cross while exploding into the joy of an empty tomb.
This one hits different on Easter morning because it bridges old hymn roots with modern fire—reminding us that grace isn’t just forgiveness; it’s resurrection power. Play it during communion or personal quiet time; the lyrics will wash over you like the blood that made Sunday possible. In a year when the world needs tangible hope, this song declares: yes, it really is amazing.
3. SO BE IT – Elevation Worship (feat. Tiffany Hudson & Chris Brown)
Another explosive new entry from 2026, “SO BE IT” captures the surrendered “yes” to God’s resurrection plan. With Elevation Worship’s signature anthemic sound and the powerhouse vocals of Tiffany Hudson and Chris Brown, it’s already being added to church playlists and praised for its congregational singability (straight from PraiseCharts’ fresh releases).
On Easter 2026, it becomes a declaration of faith in the face of every impossible situation: So be it—He rose, so we rise. Use it as a bridge between the message and altar call, or let it play on repeat during Holy Week prep. Its bold simplicity cuts through noise and plants resurrection confidence deep in your spirit.
4. Holy Forever – Chris Tomlin
The timeless anchor that still sits at #1 on WorshipFuel’s Top Easter Songs for 2026—and for good reason. Chris Tomlin’s modern hymn has become a staple across denominations, blending ancient holiness with fresh passion. Joined by voices like CeCe Winans in live versions, it lifts the roof (and the heart) with its eternal refrain.
Easter is the ultimate “holy” moment—when heaven and earth meet in celebration of the risen Lamb. This song turns every listener into part of that heavenly choir. Queue it for the opening of your Easter gathering or as the soundtrack to your sunrise coffee; it shifts the atmosphere from mourning to unending worship. Holy, holy, holy… forever.
5. Thank You Jesus For The Blood – Charity Gayle
Charity Gayle’s powerful ballad (WorshipFuel’s #2 Easter track and a Lead Worship Well favourite) takes us straight to the foot of the cross before launching us into resurrection freedom. It’s raw gratitude for the cleansing blood has become a modern classic, reminding us why Sunday matters: because the blood paid it all.
On Easter 2026, this song serves as the emotional bridge between Good Friday reflection and Easter joy. Play it softly during personal devotion or let the full live version explode during worship. Every time you hear “Thank You Jesus for the blood,” you’ll remember the price that made the empty tomb possible—and the freedom that makes your life new.
As April 5, 2026, dawns, let these five songs be more than background music. Let them be your personal resurrection soundtrack—lifting weary hearts, uniting families, and filling churches with the undeniable truth that our King is alive. The stone is still rolled away. The victory is still won.
Part 2 coming soon with more hidden gems and classic hymns that deserve prime playlist real estate. Until then, hit play, lift your hands, and declare it with the saints of every age: He is risen indeed!
Happy Easter 2026—may these songs fill your home, your car, and your soul with the unstoppable hope of the risen Savior.
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