Pray

About this song

Justin Bieber co-wrote the song with Omar Martinez, Adam Messinger and Nasri Atweh of The Messengers, with Messinger and Nasri producing the track. Bieber said he was inspired by Michael Jackson's "Man in the Mirror" while writing it. The song was released as a CD single in Germany in December 2010 and was included on the albums My Worlds: The Collection and My Worlds Acoustic.

What it's about

The song is an uplifting, motivational ballad with a contemporary Christian and gospel feel. It speaks to the suffering in the world, such as children crying and soldiers dying, and offers prayer and hope for a better day.

Summary written with AI, based on the song's Wikipedia article. Sources: en.wikipedia.org

Fun facts

• Sampled in 1 other song, like “Hacking attack by MGC John Collins”.
• Covered 4 times, including “Pray by Suy Galvez”.
• Written by Justin Bieber, Adam Messinger, Nasri and Omar Martinez.
• Produced by The Messengers.
• Recorded at NH Studios.