September is shaping up to be a monumental month for Christian singer-songwriter Lydia Laird, as she celebrates two major life milestones: the upcoming birth of her first child and the release of new music. Today, September 20, Laird shared her latest single, “Breath by Breath,” a heartfelt track from her forthcoming project The Heavy, The Healing, The Holding, which is set to release on October 4.
A Personal Season of Growth
Lydia Laird took to social media earlier this month to joyfully announce her pregnancy, expressing her gratitude for the new chapter she and her husband are about to embark on as first-time parents. Laird, known for her deeply vulnerable and spiritually rich music, shared that the pregnancy has been both a challenging and beautiful experience, one that is likely to influence her songwriting in the future. Fans have poured in their well-wishes, excited for both the arrival of her new baby and the new music she has in store.
While Laird has always been open about her personal journey—whether it’s about mental health, faith, or relationships—this new chapter adds yet another layer to her artistic narrative. In a recent post, she wrote, “Becoming a mother has already shifted the way I see the world, and I can’t wait to share that new perspective with my fans through my music. This season is teaching me about God’s faithfulness in ways I never expected.”
New Single: “Breath by Breath”
Alongside the news of her pregnancy, Laird also dropped her highly anticipated single “Breath by Breath” today. The song, which blends Laird’s signature soothing vocals with profound lyricism, speaks to the struggle of finding peace amidst life’s uncertainties—a theme many listeners may resonate with.
Laird describes “Breath by Breath” as a song of surrender, acknowledging that while life can be overwhelming, peace is found in trusting God with every moment, one breath at a time. The song’s lyrics capture a raw vulnerability, echoing Laird’s personal journey of navigating anxiety and learning to rely on her faith during life’s more turbulent seasons.
“This song is a prayer,” Laird explained in a press release. “It’s about learning to trust God with every detail of our lives. The challenges of pregnancy, coupled with all the changes happening in my career, have taught me that I can’t control everything, but I can trust the One who holds my future. That’s the heart of this song.”
Forthcoming Project: The Heavy, The Healing, The Holding
“Breath by Breath” is the latest track from Laird’s upcoming project, The Heavy, The Healing, The Holding, set for release on October 4. The album promises to explore themes of struggle, healing, and hope, continuing Laird’s tradition of using her music as a platform for emotional and spiritual honesty.
Laird has been vocal about the inspiration behind the project, describing it as a reflection of the complex seasons of life she’s experienced in recent years. From wrestling with anxiety and depression to learning to trust in God’s grace, Laird has shared that this album is her most personal work to date.
“The songs on this project are an honest reflection of what it means to walk through both joy and sorrow, to trust God even when it’s difficult, and to hold on to hope,” she said. “I can’t wait for people to hear it.”
A Bright Future Ahead
With her new single “Breath by Breath” already garnering attention and anticipation building for the release of The Heavy, The Healing, The Holding, Lydia Laird is poised for an exciting season, both professionally and personally. As she awaits the arrival of her first child, fans can look forward to hearing more of her journey expressed through the soulful, faith-filled music she’s known for.
Between the upcoming birth of her baby and the release of her new project, it’s clear that Lydia Laird’s future is full of both personal and musical milestones, and her fans will be right there, breath by breath, to support her through it all.
Terry Littlepage 
Kevin Parker