Cole Swindell has released “Make Heaven Crowded.” Swindell wrote the song with Greylan James, Joel Hutsell, Blake Pendergrass, inspired by a speech Charlie Kirk’s widow, Erika Kirk, made shortly after his assassination.
“Being a new dad with a fresh perspective on the world, I was inspired by Erika’s speech,” Swindell says. “A phrase I had heard before, but I hadn’t heard it in a moment like that. It literally stopped me in my tracks, and ultimately moved me to write ‘Make Heaven Crowded.’ The heartbreak I felt, and still feel, for her and their kids was so heavy, thinking about my wife and baby girl. I knew I had to get those feelings out of my heart and head and down on paper.
“But when I released a social clip of performing a few of the lyrics, the response was unlike any reaction I’ve ever had to a song,” he continues. “It’s truly amazing what music is able to do, especially when real life inspires it. Writing songs has always been something that has helped me express thoughts and feelings, and I don’t know if folks know how much it helps me when it connects, and I know I am not alone in those same fears and feelings. This may be the most important song of my career, and I’m okay with that.”
Swindell also praises his co-writers for helping him bring the song to life.
“As songwriters, I feel like it’s our job to try to put things into words that could help someone,” he adds.
Cole Swindell Shares A Message To His Fans About “Make Heaven Crowded”
Swindell also shares a message on social media to his fans, revealing more about his latest release.
“I just wanted to hop on here and let you guys know that ‘Make Heaven Crowded’ is available now,” Swindell says. “And also, I just wanted to thank you for all the kind words, comments and messages since we just played a little clip of it. I’ve never had a reaction like that to a song. And for it to be this song, this message, at a time like this, just unbelievable. Just wanted to tell you all I love you, and check out the song if you haven’t heard the whole thing already. It’s out now.”
The song may be out, but the Georgia native hints he has a lot more to say about “Make Heaven Crowded” in the coming weeks.
“I’ll be talking more about this,” Swindell says. “I just want to share more about how it came about, and where I am in my life and all that stuff. Hope you’re doing well. Spread the word. Share the song, and I’ll see you guys soon.”
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What Erika Kirk Said That Inspired Cole Swindell’s “Make Heaven Crowded”
As part of Erika Kirk’s emotional speech about the sudden loss of her husband, and the father of their two small chidlren, Erika made a comment that inspired Swindell’s new song.
“Charlie, you are alongside Jesus right now, doing what you always wanted to do. Making heaven crowded, right? That’s what it’s all about.”
“Make Heaven Crowded” is available on all streaming platforms.