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A gospel song that reflected the turbulent times of the civil rights movement.

Written by Sam Cooke, blending gospel influences with pop and soul.

Originally recorded in 1953, the song was held back and released in 1965.

People Get Ready was released by the Impressions in 1965. The Library of Congress included the single in the National Recording Registry and described it in the context of the civil rights movement. The recording...

Written by Holland-Dozier-Holland, based on a gospel song "You Can't Hurry God"

Based on an 18th-century hymn, arranged as a gospel song

A gospel-influenced song about faith and destiny

This cover of the Edwin Hawkins Singers' gospel hit showcased Glen Campbell's versatility.

This gospel-influenced R&B track showcased Aretha Franklin's powerful vocals and piano playing.

This unique blend of gospel and psychedelic rock became Norman Greenbaum's only major hit.

This gospel-influenced pop song became a hit for B.J. Thomas.

This gospel-influenced pop song became a hit for the Canadian band Ocean.

This soul and gospel-influenced song promoted self-respect and became a hit for the family group.

The Civil Rights Movement and spiritual themes

Rock adaptation of the Christian prayer

Promoting unity and friendship

The Staple Singers grew from a Chicago family gospel group led by guitarist Roebuck 'Pops' Staples and his children. Mavis Staples's deep lead voice and the family's harmonies carried church music into a wider...

Lena Martell is a Glasgow singer whose work includes cabaret, television presentation and records drawing on standards and country-pop repertoire. She began performing with her brother's band and later recorded for...

A gospel-rap fusion addressing social and racial issues.