“Friend” is a beautiful, intimate worship moment from Tasha Cobbs Leonard‘s 2025 studio album, TASHA, demonstrating the powerful simplicity that can lie beneath her signature powerhouse vocals. The song is a tender ballad that explores the concept of the Creator not just as a God of majesty, but as a deeply personal and faithful companion. Unlike the larger, arena-ready anthems of her earlier career, “Friend” thrives on vulnerability and accessibility.
Musically, the track strips back the traditional orchestral gospel sound, featuring restrained production led by her husband, Kenneth Leonard Jr. It utilizes gentle piano, soft programming, and subtle backing vocals to create a soundscape where Tasha’s voice, though powerful, is harnessed for emotional delivery rather than pure volume. Lyrically, the song tackles the common human experience of falling short—of having intentions to draw closer to God (“Was gonna meet with You today / But I didn’t come”) but choosing mistakes instead. The core message is a profound realization: that even in moments of spiritual misstep or distance, God’s mercy and unwavering loyalty mean He remains present, patiently waiting, and—most importantly—still a friend. It’s a deeply personal expression of faith that invites the listener to move beyond a formal relationship with God into one of genuine companionship.
Friend
by Tasha Cobbs Leonard
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