Kesha performed her sweeping new single, “Praying,” Wednesday on Good Morning America. The performance began with the singer staring dead-on at the camera, juxtaposing soft croons with sharp inhales. It was an intense rendition of the song that climaxed with a throaty roar.

In the interview portion, GMA host Robin Roberts asked Kesha about the new LP, Rainbow (out August 11th), which is her first release in five years and recorded amid her ongoing legal battle with producer Dr. Luke.

Read Kesha’s response and watch her GMA performance here.