“I Want Jesus” is a worship song by American gospel artist, pastor, and songwriter William McDowell. Released as the lead single from his forthcoming project Dreams, Revelations & Moments, the song marks McDowell’s return after several years and centers on a simple but profound desire: seeking Jesus above every blessing, breakthrough, or personal ambition.
Rooted in contemporary worship, the global song calls believers to pursue the presence of Christ as life’s greatest reward. Its lyrics express wholehearted surrender, reminding listeners that genuine worship is not driven by what God can give but by a longing to know Him more deeply. The repeated declaration, “I Want Jesus,” becomes both a personal prayer and a corporate expression of devotion, encouraging worshippers to fix their hearts on Christ alone.
William McDowell is widely recognized for influential worship songs such as I Give Myself Away, Withholding Nothing, Spirit Break Out, and I Won’t Go Back. A GRAMMY Award nominee and recipient of Dove and Stellar Awards, his ministry continues to impact churches around the world through biblically grounded worship and pastoral leadership.
