<Table> <Tr> <Td> "True Colors" (2016) </Td> <Td> "Praying" (2017) </Td> <Td> "Good Old Days" (2017) </Td> </Tr> </Table> <Tr> <Td> "True Colors" (2016) </Td> <Td> "Praying" (2017) </Td> <Td> "Good Old Days" (2017) </Td> </Tr> <P> "Praying" is a song recorded by American singer Kesha for her third studio album Rainbow (2017). It was made available for digital download by Kemosabe Records on July 6, 2017 as the record's lead single . The track originates from Ryan Lewis, who contacted Kesha and offered her the song . "Praying" was written by the singer with Ben Abraham, Andrew Joslyn, and its producer, Lewis . Musically, the song is a gospel and soul - influenced pop piano ballad that features minimal production and accompaniment from violins, backing vocals and drums . Inspired by suicidal thoughts she has had in the past, Kesha said that "Praying" is about "hoping everyone, even someone who hurt you, can heal". "Praying" was written to showcase the singer's vocal range and to represent her as a person, and also features her nearly screaming at the top of her register . Various reviewers suggested that the song is about Dr. Luke, whom Kesha accused of sexual assault and emotional abuse in a lawsuit, although Luke is never mentioned in the song by name . </P> <P> "Praying" received universal acclaim, with music critics praising Kesha's vocals, finding the song powerful and noting it as a departure from the singer's previous efforts . Commentators offered conflicting interpretations of the song's message; some felt that "Praying" was about forgiveness, while others thought that Kesha displayed anger on the track . Commercially, "Praying" has reached number six in Australia as well as the top 20 in Canada, Hungary and Scotland, and the top 30 in Ireland, Spain, the United Kingdom, and the United States . It was also certified at least Platinum in the latter, Australia and Canada . "Praying" was nominated for Best Pop Solo Performance at the 60th Annual Grammy Awards . </P>

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