Ben Fuller & Jo Dee Messina – He Got a Hold of Me (Breakthrough Anthem)

Sometimes God doesn’t whisper—He grabs hold. That’s the heartbeat of He Got a Hold of Me, a powerful duet between Ben Fuller and country legend Jo Dee Messina, released in 2023. The song tells the story of building life on shaky ground, watching it crumble, and finding redemption at the cross. With lines like “At the lowest place I met the highest name, broken and left crawling on my knees—He got a hold of me,” it’s not just music, it’s testimony set to melody.

Ben Fuller knows that story firsthand. Raised on a Vermont dairy farm, he carried deep wounds from his upbringing and turned to cocaine and alcohol to cope. For over a decade, addiction defined him—until God broke through. After losing a close friend to overdose, Ben moved to Nashville, where a family invited him to church. Surrounded by thousands worshiping, he felt the Spirit of God grab hold of him. That moment changed everything. Today, he’s sober, writing songs of freedom, and sharing his story in prisons and churches across the country.

Jo Dee Messina brings her own weight to the song. A Massachusetts native and one of the most successful female country artists of the ’90s and 2000s, she’s known for hits like Heads Carolina, Tails California and I’m Alright. But beyond the accolades—six #1 singles, platinum albums, and CMA/ACM honors—Jo Dee has also walked through valleys of bankruptcy, health battles, and personal struggle. In recent years, she’s been outspoken about her faith, weaving worship and testimony into her performances. Her voice on this track isn’t just harmony—it’s lived experience.

And that’s why this anthem hits so hard. It’s not about two artists—it’s about two lives that prove the same truth: when everything else crumbles, Christ holds firm. Jesus said in Matthew 7:24, “Everyone who hears these words of mine and does them will be like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Ben admits he built his own kingdom on sand, and it collapsed. But in the rubble, he found the Cornerstone.

I used to think being saved was a one-time thing. Like God pulled me out, dusted me off, and that was it. But the truth is—He didn’t just rescue me. He rewired me. He got a hold of my mind, my habits, my identity. And every day since, He’s been showing me who I really am. Not the addict. Not the people-pleaser. Not the liar. Just His. That’s what this song reminds me of. It’s not just about the moment He found me—it’s about the grip He still has on me.

That’s the message of this song: you don’t have to climb your way back to God. He meets you in the rubble. He takes hold when you can’t hold on anymore.

So let this anthem be more than a listen. Let it be a reminder that no matter how far you’ve fallen, no matter how broken the pieces, Jesus is strong enough to hold you together. Cry out, even from the lowest place. Because when He gets a hold of you, that’s where real life begins.

Ben Fuller and Jo Dee Messina’s powerful duet He Got a Hold of Me, from Ben’s self-titled album Ben Fuller, is a raw and redemptive anthem of grace — telling the story of brokenness met by divine rescue. With gritty vocals and heartfelt testimony, the song captures what it means to be gripped by God’s mercy when life hits rock bottom. Add it to your collection or share it with someone who needs a reminder that no one’s too far gone — grab your copy [Here on Amazon]. Every purchase supports Ben Fuller’s music and helps us keep sharing songs that stir hearts and spark action.

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