Practice songs for gospel beginners

PEOPLE GET READYThe Impressions

“People Get Ready” The Impressions

The original is by The Impressions, a group from Chicago, and they released several gospel songs.

This one sings about the American Civil Rights Movement.

Later, a stellar lineup of artists covered it, including Rod Stewart, Bob Dylan, Aretha Franklin, and Bob Marley.

Made A WayTravis Greene

Travis Greene – Made A Way (Official Music Video)

Travis Greene is an American gospel singer known for powerful messages born from deep faith and moving melodies.

Having experienced numerous miracles since childhood, his life itself is the source of his soul-stirring music.

Featured on the album “The Hill,” this song empowers listeners to find hope even in difficult circumstances.

Upon its release in October 2015, it reached No.

1 on Billboard’s Gospel chart.

It went on to win multiple awards at the 2017 Stellar Awards and was also nominated for a Grammy.

Contemporary sounds blend beautifully with traditional gospel, highlighted by commanding vocals and warm, uplifting choral harmonies.

With its simple melodic line and clear message, it’s a highly recommended track even for those who are new to gospel.

FREEDOM 94George Michael

George Michael – Freedom ’94

It’s a song by George Michael, the vocalist of Wham!.

It started with the release of Freedom! ’90, and the music video became a hot topic at the time because it featured many famous models.

The ’94 version is a gospel-style arrangement of that.

Joyful JoyfulMervyn Warren

Sister Act 2 (Finale) Lauryn Hill – Joyful Joyful With Lyrics (Ft. Whoopi Goldberg)

The original song is Beethoven’s universally known “Ode to Joy” from the Ninth Symphony, but it is also beloved as a hymn.

In the film Sister Act 2, it’s sung in the moving final scene, featuring an innovative arrangement that incorporates rap.