No, her living was never in vain, as she so strongly proclaimed in this powerful performance. It is with the Marty Paich Orchestra and in concert. Her mighty vocal projections go right through your soul, piercing your perception that hey, she was much more than a gospel singer. From her renditions in pop, jazz, rock influences, her songs of praise and worship to the Lord always carried a universal appeal.
Decades after her passing, there is still no gospel singer greater than Mahalia Jackson. It's as though God reached down and touched her and gave her talent not seen again. Thank you, Mahalia, for blending heartfelt prayer and magnificent music.
This song also come to mind regarding the celebration of Martin Luther King Day. The words of this song was included in the words of Martin Luther King's last Sermon Spoken at the Ebeneezer Baptist Church in Feb. 1968.
God bless you CincyLil2010 as you deal with the passing of your husband and mother. Losing them both so closely together must be a heartbreaking thing. This I do know...the Lord will see you thru this. You will survive this season in your life. Just keep walking forward. Be not dismayed nor discouraged. Know that when we know where people are, they are not lost to us. You know where they are. I am still praying for you for I truly believe that the sorrow of others is also mine.
I lost my husband and mother over the past week. Mahalia Jackson was one of my mother's favorite gospel singers. As we celebrate Christmas, this song came to mind as I reflect on lives of both my huband and mother.
what an awesome legacy for us who are still here and serving the Lord God, with all of our heart and soul. It is our Christian duty to help somebody as somebody helped us. thank you so very much for posting this great ministry for all to hear and receive. God bless you always and forever His grace be upon you.
Incredibly beautifu, resonant voice. It's a masterpiece. . . the best version I've ever heard of this beautiful song. Mahalia Jackson was a diva. . . an immortal legend. This is beyond beautiful. . . ineffable ecstasy.
It is sometimes so easy to help somebody . . . and costs nothing, yet can make a huge difference and help a person travel along. Opportunities are there every day, we just have to listen and look . .
This is a wonderful master piece. The lady is and was great. No wonder she earned an honorary doctorate degree for her work. I love her work. Some more than others... You should see her performance on You Tube's track, "Without a Song". I love her classical works. Great Posting!
I have the privilege and joy to "discover " and listen to Mahalia for the first time in my life, thanks to Youtube. It is amazing. I had never heard of her in my country. Thank you for sharing,
Just awesome! Breathtaking.....
marmelinho 1 month ago
So beautiful...
BooBots 1 month ago
Please check out my page im singing At Last by Etta James
42Coleman 2 months ago
Beautiful :) and touching
42Coleman 2 months ago
HOMAGE - 26.October 1911 was born UNFORGETTABLE MAHALIA JACKSON at New Orleans - QUEEN of GOSPEL - Blessed, BEST VOICE EVER!
arenadri7 4 months ago
Viva la church mothers!
iampsalmbody 6 months ago
No, her living was never in vain, as she so strongly proclaimed in this powerful performance. It is with the Marty Paich Orchestra and in concert. Her mighty vocal projections go right through your soul, piercing your perception that hey, she was much more than a gospel singer. From her renditions in pop, jazz, rock influences, her songs of praise and worship to the Lord always carried a universal appeal.
moyet1fan 8 months ago
Patti Labelle sings this song too, but nobody can move your very soul like this version by the queen of gospel Sister Jackson!
MrJeffw223 1 year ago
Decades after her passing, there is still no gospel singer greater than Mahalia Jackson. It's as though God reached down and touched her and gave her talent not seen again. Thank you, Mahalia, for blending heartfelt prayer and magnificent music.
You were one of a kind.
portraitartistdamour 1 year ago 3
This song also come to mind regarding the celebration of Martin Luther King Day. The words of this song was included in the words of Martin Luther King's last Sermon Spoken at the Ebeneezer Baptist Church in Feb. 1968.
sheltv100 1 year ago
God bless you CincyLil2010 as you deal with the passing of your husband and mother. Losing them both so closely together must be a heartbreaking thing. This I do know...the Lord will see you thru this. You will survive this season in your life. Just keep walking forward. Be not dismayed nor discouraged. Know that when we know where people are, they are not lost to us. You know where they are. I am still praying for you for I truly believe that the sorrow of others is also mine.
ministerzel 1 year ago
I lost my husband and mother over the past week. Mahalia Jackson was one of my mother's favorite gospel singers. As we celebrate Christmas, this song came to mind as I reflect on lives of both my huband and mother.
CincyLil2010 1 year ago
...that was the voice of an angel. I could feel that through my entire body. Simply Beautiful.
JoeyJr702 1 year ago
Quite possibly the best recording the Queen of Gospel ever made (in 1959), and a timeless sentiment, especially in times like these.
librarybob1958 1 year ago
@librarybob1958 recorded at Columbia in Hollywood 1963 and released 1964.
Billinindiana 4 months ago
what an awesome legacy for us who are still here and serving the Lord God, with all of our heart and soul. It is our Christian duty to help somebody as somebody helped us. thank you so very much for posting this great ministry for all to hear and receive. God bless you always and forever His grace be upon you.
mlr310able 1 year ago
@mlr310able God Bless You Too!!! Enjoy♥
jahboyz3 1 year ago
Unspeakably beautiful...
BooBots 1 year ago
What a beautiful song sang by an awesome gospel singer!
cat3375 1 year ago
What a beautiful song!
cat3375 1 year ago
This song has riveted my very soul from that of my childhood yrs!And who can sing like Mahalia? Whew!!
Braztx 2 years ago
Sooooo touching. Beautiful!
lillylouable 2 years ago
I love this song since I was a child and it still speaks volume today. God bless the one who was inspired and wrote it.
Blessedbutter 2 years ago
Incredibly beautifu, resonant voice. It's a masterpiece. . . the best version I've ever heard of this beautiful song. Mahalia Jackson was a diva. . . an immortal legend. This is beyond beautiful. . . ineffable ecstasy.
Billinindiana 2 years ago
There should be some mention of the composer of this song.... Alma Bazel Androzzo!!!
lipsbach 2 years ago 3
*lipsbach* Thanks for the name of the composer!!!
jahboyz3 2 years ago 2
It is sometimes so easy to help somebody . . . and costs nothing, yet can make a huge difference and help a person travel along. Opportunities are there every day, we just have to listen and look . .
TheBrownEyedGirl7 2 years ago 8
You said a mouthful, we can all learn from this♥
jahboyz3 2 years ago 2
This is a wonderful master piece. The lady is and was great. No wonder she earned an honorary doctorate degree for her work. I love her work. Some more than others... You should see her performance on You Tube's track, "Without a Song". I love her classical works. Great Posting!
devoutman 2 years ago 2
I have the privilege and joy to "discover " and listen to Mahalia for the first time in my life, thanks to Youtube. It is amazing. I had never heard of her in my country. Thank you for sharing,
jacauchrrb 2 years ago 2
You're very welcome♥
jahboyz3 2 years ago
Mahalia has helped millions with her beautiful voice. Praise God!!!!
debjame 2 years ago
My friend sang this song at my mothers funeral. She was such a blessing.
mishyprizes 2 years ago
Beautiful.
SayItTwice1122 3 years ago 4
There is only one Mahalia!!
JazzMaestra 3 years ago 4
this is a beautiful song
brittanymonaeharris 3 years ago 9
@brittanymonaeharris ditto....What a voice as well
TheKurschner 1 year ago
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No it Aint Baby.
harryguitarjackson 3 years ago
This is a great song , the words are very beautifull and well M ahalia did it again didn't she !!
fayie79 3 years ago 4