"Pray" is a song by Canadian singer Justin Bieber, released in 2010. It serves as the lead single from his compilation album, My Worlds Acoustic, and also appears on the deluxe edition of his studio album, My World 2.0.
The song, co-written by Bieber with Omar Martinez and Kuk Harrell, is a pop ballad with prominent Christian pop influences. Lyrically, "Pray" focuses on themes of faith, hope, and social responsibility. Bieber sings about the importance of helping those in need, offering support to people suffering from poverty, natural disasters, and various hardships, and the power of prayer in bringing about positive change. The lyrics encourage listeners to make a difference in the world and to believe in a better future.
Upon its release, "Pray" was promoted as a charity single, with a portion of its proceeds benefiting various charitable organizations, including Pencils of Promise. The song generally received positive reviews from critics, who praised its inspirational message and Bieber's vocal performance. It achieved chart success, peaking at number one on the Canadian Hot 100 chart and also charting in the United States, reaching the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100.
The song's accompanying music video features a compilation of footage from various live performances and behind-the-scenes clips, interspersed with imagery of people in challenging situations, reinforcing the song's humanitarian message.