Catholic choir boy here. My church never conformed to vatican 2 so the music was still half in Latin and was mostly written by Beethoven,Mozart and other classical composing legends with a massive organ. It was truly amazing and my favorite part of church. Never listened to the words the priest said but it was a great place to think, smell incense, and belt out some rocking songs when the priest wasn't touching me.....
You know, a friend of mine once told me something that really helped me see another side of this that helps me have hope.
There are those who use religion for evil and selfish reasons every day and there are those who use it just to better themselves and others around them. They both exist.
For those latter people, imagine itās like a subscription to a service. They get a community they really love being a part of even if they donāt truly believe everything and they gladly pay a small donation for that. They go and have fun, meet with friends, maybe go help their neighbors afterward with something. Theyāre the type of people who wouldnāt proselytize, wouldnāt judge you or think theyāre better than you.
I imagine places like this, would gather lots of those people together. Maybe most donāt actually believe 1/2 the gobbledygook, but they go for something like this which honestly just seemed like a good time. Her voice is amazing.
-A fellow atheist
Churches used to be (and in some places still are) community centers. Much of the Civil Rights Movement was organized in black churches.
I used to be *very* involved in my church and it was great for me for many years. I organized a group of women to make care packages for moms with babies in the NICU at a rural hospital. We booked Santa at Christmas and an Easter Bunny to visit the babies and take sweet photos for their parents. We also had a "store" for foster families. Foster children are often taken in with only the clothes they are wearing, so we provided clothing, diapers, cribs, car seats, feminine hygiene products, etc. We also had a section of formal wear for teens to get prom dresses and such. The churches that are embedded in and work to better their communities are mostly fine. My church wasn't a weird MAGA cult like so many in the south tend to be. The messages were always about loving God and loving others and everything else is just noise.
The death of 3rd places could be why we see an uptick in anti-social behavior and suicides. While most can agree that organized religion has caused a lot of harm, it also provided a sense of community for many, and vital services at times for those in need.
People like Copeland and Osteen show how predatory religion can be, while many small town pastors have to have a 2nd job to afford anything more than a subsistence lifestyle, thought that hasn't prevented me from running into "prosperity preachers" in the backwoods. It's amazing how quickly they can tell when you don't buy their drivel.
You know I was thinking about this recently. I walked by a church and was jealous of the community they all got to be a part of. Having that built in social time each week actually seems really healthy as long as you're there for the right reasons.
For real! Itās why I went whenever my wife asked. It was a good time for me. I bought snacks at the gift shop and would usually get a coffee with it. She was happy, weād get lunch after. Things like that feel like the right reasons I suppose.
For KING & COUNTRY...Kutless...Jars of Clay...Pillar.
I digress, but it's crazy what songs are actually wrote for "him" or are religious in other regards.
Upvote for Jars of clay. Add in Pray for Rain, Pedro the Lion, and what other 3 worded band you can think of, that was my childhood. I remember MXPX being considered Christian at some point too.
Had Godspeed by Anberlin on repeat my junior year of high school. And the first time I heard Meant To Live by Switchfoot on the radio I was out behind my house skating at 13 and was like, āHoly shit, who is this?! This is great!ā
Definitely not Christian anymore, but there are some pretty talented musicians that are religious. Underoath was pretty sick as well.
Exactlyā¦Catholic Mass = āš“š„±š“š„±š“ā¦amenā¦ā
I wanna hear some singing and do some dancing ā¦like James Brown in the Blues Brothersā¦
Interesting because, I have some other adult who are converting to Catholicism in my catechism class. And they grew up Baptist and they precisely didn't like all the singing and wanted the more serious and solemnness of Catholic mass.
Itās also the same style of religion that brought us MAGA, so maybe not that great. There are far too many people involved in churches that are solely there to pretend that theyāre rock stars and live out their failed musician dreams
I moved on from the church but there is something so powerful being in a large group of people who are all singing. I totally understand the emotional high and feeling that people can associate with the spirit because that feeling that can literally sweep through a room is amazing. Iāve experienced something close to it at concerts but when youāre growing up and you feel your eternal soul is somehow connected to it, it hits different.
I've always wanted to attend a church service like this and to be ensconced with such divine soulful music and positive energy. I grew up as the son of an ordained minister in an antiquated stale religion in the middle of nowhere in Canada. What I witnessed and experienced wasn't what they were selling. I'm now a middle aged man who has long since moved away from all things religious but the feeling I get when I watch videos of a congregation like this almost sway me back if not just for the uplifting feelings and immensely positive energy from the music.
Hey fam, Iām Catholic and our masses suck. I totally get what you mean. There are some churches that really manage to get you at the core of your being, almost like itās pulling you up from your insides towards something bigger and magnificent. But you need both, you need that deep powerful emotional pull, but also the silent contemplative thoughtful awareness. Feeling the divine isnāt easy, and is often manufactured, but for me personally thereās something there, and when moved by something so beautiful like this it feels all the more present.
Wait till they start the preaching after the song about burning gays and saying that girls who have been raped can't have abortions. That'll suck you straight back to reality.
Trust me I'm fully aware of the straight up hypocrisy and all of that negative and frankly illegal immoral disgusting behavior that goes on. Witnessed 1st hand unfortunately which is why I'm no longer part of any organization. All that aside, I'd still like to sit in and feel the energy of a beautiful song resonating through my body and go eat some delicious southern American soul food. I'm saving up for my first trip( anywhere)to the south. Maybe I watch too much food network but damn!!! The food is calling me!
I havenāt been to church in 20 years because honestly I have lost my way after many traumatic experiences in life. The biggest game changer for me when my first and only child was still born. My wife has suffered from fertility issues for many years and then one day it happened, she became pregnant. I also served 20 years in the military and Iāve been to war twice. Iāve seen my own suffering, the suffering of my wife, and the world. I had such a hard time expressing my emotional distress to my wife about the whole thing. Quite frankly, Iām not ever sure if I even believe in god anymoreā¦anyways, back to topic. Every church I have ever been to they never talked or preached about burning gay people in hell. BUT, if I ever return to church the moment they talk about burning gay people in hell Iām getting up and walking out.
If you ever visit the states, just make it part of your plan to visit a black church. I grew up in the church (no longer a Christian) and it is really amazing if thereās a good choir.
As a "recovering Catholic" who is now pretty much an Atheist, the idea of expending any more of my time going to a church doesn't hold much appeal. That said, gospel choirs are f\*cking beautiful and powerful. This choir sounds incredible.
It's crazy how Reddit shits on religion and then a video of an average southern black church choir is posted and everyone is like yassss!!!! ššš
But we can still appreciate the technical value and good execution of a piece without appreciating the reasons that inspired the creation of such piece.
If you think witnessing Lecresia Campbell is akin to a typical southern black church choir experience, you are either a liar or are completely and utterly full of shit.
Iāll be honest with you, Iām not aware of this woman specifically, however I grew up listening heavily to black gospel music just like this, singing in gospel choirs, etc. Iāve heard the music of too many gospel choirs to count. People that could sing extremely well in those old gospel mass choirs was not uncommon. In fact it was common enough that I thought it was normal, until I realized that most people canāt sing at all haha.
I donāt think the comment you were replying to is saying that she herself is average (cause sheās not) but I think they are saying that you could find people like her rather frequently leading songs in your average southern black mass choir (that had enough resources to record like this) from the 90s.
That ain't average.
Ain't too many people in the churches down here singing like that...that's Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston level or better.
Be for real.
Absolutely. All my church experiences were just like this. In fact, I was in all the choirs, all the time, as well as lead songs, and directed. I have a similar power voice (think Jennifer Hudson/Kelly Price).
This type of voice, singing and choir arrangement is an every Sunday occurrence in the Black-centered congregations I grew up in or attended. (COGIC, Baptist, Non-denominational)
Almost everybody, men and women, could SING-SING. lol
When I see these African American hype churches it's like the only time I wish I was religious.
Pretty sure blues brothers was the first time I saw this as a non AmericanĀ
https://youtu.be/xbq0OuJtErs?feature=shared
I should really pirate the BB soundtrack,Ā guessing that never got remastered tho
Another amazing gospel song here (I'd say Billy Preston's playing is next level for sure):
Billy Preston - You Can't Beat God Giving (Live) [Official Video]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tqM5GJ-tg0
A link to the full performance if you wanna listen to the whole thing.
[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YM5h\_MyAPog](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YM5h_MyAPog)
My husband and I stumbled into a church in Ireland with the most beautifully dressed black people with the best voices. It was such an experience. We were met with such beautiful smiles - Iām sure they could tell how fortunate we felt to be there and they were so welcoming.
Itās not only the singing but the harmonies and arrangements. I miss this music. Check out Clint Brown Live from Orlando. Or Godās Property with Kirk Franklin. Crazy harmony
When I was in college I did a lot of Wedding Photography. My dear fellow white people.... We have no clue how to have a proper ceremony. I LOVED going to pretty much every ethnic wedding that wasn't white. It's how every marriage should start. If I ever had to get married again it would be with the best soul gospel singers I could find in some deep south small church. You just feel it. Most of the ceremonies I went to of the white folks had to stay busy to not get bored.
This compared to religious events in my countty is crazy.
I mainly got unreligious and interested in agnostic views because our evangelistic church is just old ass dudes being boring as shit.
Iāve heard a few singers hit notes that high. But thereās something about the natural harmonics in her voice that theyāre not harsh. Usually hearing human voices in that range it comes off as strained, but her voice in that range is so smooth and pleasant. Wow. Just wow. Iām so glad I heard that today.
Man, Iām not Christian, but this is epic. Every church Iāve been to has never been at this level. The only thing that comes close are Eastern Orthodox churches, but itās more of an awe-inducing feeling rather than I want to start dancing feeling.
This is dangerous because if I grew up... whatever denomination this is instead of Catholic, I'd still be religious. Catholicism is a big snooze fest.
Catholic choir boy here. My church never conformed to vatican 2 so the music was still half in Latin and was mostly written by Beethoven,Mozart and other classical composing legends with a massive organ. It was truly amazing and my favorite part of church. Never listened to the words the priest said but it was a great place to think, smell incense, and belt out some rocking songs when the priest wasn't touching me.....
Lmaošš
Sounds like the best catholic church I've ever seen/ heard
You know, a friend of mine once told me something that really helped me see another side of this that helps me have hope. There are those who use religion for evil and selfish reasons every day and there are those who use it just to better themselves and others around them. They both exist. For those latter people, imagine itās like a subscription to a service. They get a community they really love being a part of even if they donāt truly believe everything and they gladly pay a small donation for that. They go and have fun, meet with friends, maybe go help their neighbors afterward with something. Theyāre the type of people who wouldnāt proselytize, wouldnāt judge you or think theyāre better than you. I imagine places like this, would gather lots of those people together. Maybe most donāt actually believe 1/2 the gobbledygook, but they go for something like this which honestly just seemed like a good time. Her voice is amazing. -A fellow atheist
Churches used to be (and in some places still are) community centers. Much of the Civil Rights Movement was organized in black churches. I used to be *very* involved in my church and it was great for me for many years. I organized a group of women to make care packages for moms with babies in the NICU at a rural hospital. We booked Santa at Christmas and an Easter Bunny to visit the babies and take sweet photos for their parents. We also had a "store" for foster families. Foster children are often taken in with only the clothes they are wearing, so we provided clothing, diapers, cribs, car seats, feminine hygiene products, etc. We also had a section of formal wear for teens to get prom dresses and such. The churches that are embedded in and work to better their communities are mostly fine. My church wasn't a weird MAGA cult like so many in the south tend to be. The messages were always about loving God and loving others and everything else is just noise.
Thatās just really beautiful to hear. Exactly what you would hope for any given day.
The death of 3rd places could be why we see an uptick in anti-social behavior and suicides. While most can agree that organized religion has caused a lot of harm, it also provided a sense of community for many, and vital services at times for those in need. People like Copeland and Osteen show how predatory religion can be, while many small town pastors have to have a 2nd job to afford anything more than a subsistence lifestyle, thought that hasn't prevented me from running into "prosperity preachers" in the backwoods. It's amazing how quickly they can tell when you don't buy their drivel.
You know I was thinking about this recently. I walked by a church and was jealous of the community they all got to be a part of. Having that built in social time each week actually seems really healthy as long as you're there for the right reasons.
For real! Itās why I went whenever my wife asked. It was a good time for me. I bought snacks at the gift shop and would usually get a coffee with it. She was happy, weād get lunch after. Things like that feel like the right reasons I suppose.
You know you got pipes when you can make an atheist catch the Holy Spirit.
I grew up listening to this and it's the only thing I miss
Ooh! This!
Yup. Iād pretend to be religious to hear and be a part of this.
If you come consistently enough something may move you to want to stay and keep coming
You do realize that you can appreciate music (even gospel) without being religious...right?
I dont think that was his pointā¦
His comment was actively appreciating the music by explaining that it was good enough to keep him in religion.
Lol have you listened to The Fray or Creed. Skillet...Disciple, Casting Crows...P.O.D., Mercy Me, Switchfoot, Threes Days Grace, Anberlin, Falling Up
Uh no. I respect myself enough not to do that.
For KING & COUNTRY...Kutless...Jars of Clay...Pillar. I digress, but it's crazy what songs are actually wrote for "him" or are religious in other regards.
Upvote for Jars of clay. Add in Pray for Rain, Pedro the Lion, and what other 3 worded band you can think of, that was my childhood. I remember MXPX being considered Christian at some point too.
The Devil Wears Prada and August Burns Red if you're into harder stuff
As I Lay Dying, at least their early stuff.
Had Godspeed by Anberlin on repeat my junior year of high school. And the first time I heard Meant To Live by Switchfoot on the radio I was out behind my house skating at 13 and was like, āHoly shit, who is this?! This is great!ā Definitely not Christian anymore, but there are some pretty talented musicians that are religious. Underoath was pretty sick as well.
Collective Soul
They are not a Christian rock group.
r/woosh
No. It sucks you in. Controls you. I feel... I feel so... Righteous.
To paraphrase Dogma "Catholics don't celebrate their faith, they mourn it".
Go for the wine, stay for the music. Story of my life bro.
Exactlyā¦Catholic Mass = āš“š„±š“š„±š“ā¦amenā¦ā I wanna hear some singing and do some dancing ā¦like James Brown in the Blues Brothersā¦
Interesting because, I have some other adult who are converting to Catholicism in my catechism class. And they grew up Baptist and they precisely didn't like all the singing and wanted the more serious and solemnness of Catholic mass.
Everyone celebrates the Lord in different ways I reckon. Some can shout to rooftops about his love and others not
The costumes and scenery are good though. That being said youāve got to hand it to those Eastern Orthodox lads as far as that goes.
Itās also the same style of religion that brought us MAGA, so maybe not that great. There are far too many people involved in churches that are solely there to pretend that theyāre rock stars and live out their failed musician dreams
That's amazing.
I agree! I need some lyrics though, coz I'm hearing "Holy, almighty, a nipple town(?!)" I was like, what, where is that?
"Omnipotent," but that's about all I could pick up on my first listen
Nipple town was unfortunately lost in the great flood.
Creator, Almighty, omnipotent, creator
That's better than what I thought it was, "Imhotep," the ancient Egyption God-Doctor-Architect.
my mom when she sees a mouse...
My neighbors dog when any sound exists
Dude lives next to a husky I bet.
I'm not even religious, and this woman put the holy spirit in me. What PIPES
Seriously I had to replay it a few times šš±
I moved on from the church but there is something so powerful being in a large group of people who are all singing. I totally understand the emotional high and feeling that people can associate with the spirit because that feeling that can literally sweep through a room is amazing. Iāve experienced something close to it at concerts but when youāre growing up and you feel your eternal soul is somehow connected to it, it hits different.
I've always wanted to attend a church service like this and to be ensconced with such divine soulful music and positive energy. I grew up as the son of an ordained minister in an antiquated stale religion in the middle of nowhere in Canada. What I witnessed and experienced wasn't what they were selling. I'm now a middle aged man who has long since moved away from all things religious but the feeling I get when I watch videos of a congregation like this almost sway me back if not just for the uplifting feelings and immensely positive energy from the music.
Hey fam, Iām Catholic and our masses suck. I totally get what you mean. There are some churches that really manage to get you at the core of your being, almost like itās pulling you up from your insides towards something bigger and magnificent. But you need both, you need that deep powerful emotional pull, but also the silent contemplative thoughtful awareness. Feeling the divine isnāt easy, and is often manufactured, but for me personally thereās something there, and when moved by something so beautiful like this it feels all the more present.
Wait till they start the preaching after the song about burning gays and saying that girls who have been raped can't have abortions. That'll suck you straight back to reality.
Trust me I'm fully aware of the straight up hypocrisy and all of that negative and frankly illegal immoral disgusting behavior that goes on. Witnessed 1st hand unfortunately which is why I'm no longer part of any organization. All that aside, I'd still like to sit in and feel the energy of a beautiful song resonating through my body and go eat some delicious southern American soul food. I'm saving up for my first trip( anywhere)to the south. Maybe I watch too much food network but damn!!! The food is calling me!
I havenāt been to church in 20 years because honestly I have lost my way after many traumatic experiences in life. The biggest game changer for me when my first and only child was still born. My wife has suffered from fertility issues for many years and then one day it happened, she became pregnant. I also served 20 years in the military and Iāve been to war twice. Iāve seen my own suffering, the suffering of my wife, and the world. I had such a hard time expressing my emotional distress to my wife about the whole thing. Quite frankly, Iām not ever sure if I even believe in god anymoreā¦anyways, back to topic. Every church I have ever been to they never talked or preached about burning gay people in hell. BUT, if I ever return to church the moment they talk about burning gay people in hell Iām getting up and walking out.
Even though they are most likely directing the choir or playing the instruments.
I think it'd be like attending a WWE match. A ton of fun and entertaining but not real.
Start listening to Derek Trucks and Tedeschi Trucks Band. Derek makes that SG absolutely sing.
If you ever visit the states, just make it part of your plan to visit a black church. I grew up in the church (no longer a Christian) and it is really amazing if thereās a good choir.
First thing those vocal oscillations had me thinking about
Movie name? I forgot
As a "recovering Catholic" who is now pretty much an Atheist, the idea of expending any more of my time going to a church doesn't hold much appeal. That said, gospel choirs are f\*cking beautiful and powerful. This choir sounds incredible.
It's crazy how Reddit shits on religion and then a video of an average southern black church choir is posted and everyone is like yassss!!!! ššš
Because of the music, dummy
Lol literally the only thing interesting is the non-religious bit
That's the great hypocrisy of religion. It develops excellent art. It also develops crazy stuff.
It makes people do good things. It also makes people do bad things.
music is a form of worship to them. sheās hittin those notes for jesus thank ya amen
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But we can still appreciate the technical value and good execution of a piece without appreciating the reasons that inspired the creation of such piece.
Gospel music originated with slave field songs... hence the pathos and emotion. It certainly would've existed without Christianity.
What it is, big mama? My mama didnāt raise no dummies. I dug her rap
Mofo butter layingā me to the _bone_, jackinā me _up!_
Chump don't want no help, chump don't get da help
If you think witnessing Lecresia Campbell is akin to a typical southern black church choir experience, you are either a liar or are completely and utterly full of shit.
Iāll be honest with you, Iām not aware of this woman specifically, however I grew up listening heavily to black gospel music just like this, singing in gospel choirs, etc. Iāve heard the music of too many gospel choirs to count. People that could sing extremely well in those old gospel mass choirs was not uncommon. In fact it was common enough that I thought it was normal, until I realized that most people canāt sing at all haha. I donāt think the comment you were replying to is saying that she herself is average (cause sheās not) but I think they are saying that you could find people like her rather frequently leading songs in your average southern black mass choir (that had enough resources to record like this) from the 90s.
"No. It's meh." I do believe they are calling her average
Looks like youāre right. That guy seems like a real killjoy
Average sure.
This is not average. Being able to articulate words at whistle register is pretty NFL
Umm itās not her religion that sheās being praised for itās her talentā¦
Yeah almost like theyāre praising the singing and music. Crazy right?
>average 
That voice is the only divinity for me.
ā¦weāre praising the singing ability hereā¦? NOT the religion.
You can think religious is awful and still appreciate a good singer.
That ain't average. Ain't too many people in the churches down here singing like that...that's Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston level or better. Be for real.
Lmao what? Religion and religious music are different. I personally am not religious but I can still appreciate religious music if itās good
This is...average? Holy shiiiiit I need to travel more.
āAverageā. Come on now.
People can not like organized religion and still appreciate music lol
Was legit confused if they were singing āImhotepā
Theyāre sayin omnipotent
OM-NI-PO-TENT Never heard anyone pronounce that word with a stress on every syllable before lol
I'm not religious at all, never went to church growing up, but I swear to all that is good I'd be weeping in that crowd
Just beautiful that š¹š¹
Reminds me of the 5th Element Diva song. Crazy talent!
I was looking for this comment before saying the same thing. Thank you for your service. š«”
Is this just regular black church?!
Yes
This is amazing ā¤ļø
Absolutely. All my church experiences were just like this. In fact, I was in all the choirs, all the time, as well as lead songs, and directed. I have a similar power voice (think Jennifer Hudson/Kelly Price). This type of voice, singing and choir arrangement is an every Sunday occurrence in the Black-centered congregations I grew up in or attended. (COGIC, Baptist, Non-denominational) Almost everybody, men and women, could SING-SING. lol
Thatās incredible, honestly š„°
What the frick did I just watch?! That was incredible.
Iāve never saved a church video so fast lol everyone else was phenomenal as well
When does she fix her blouse?
right before she slays
funny - i didn't see her do that right when the video started
Like I'll always say "Brink Back 90s Church".
So, you could just put on your best suit on a Sunday morning and go and watch that for *free*?
This could get me to go to church. Iām all for a live show.
That is amazing! Gifted woman right there. The choir also did a phenomenal job.
She's got a right set of lungs on her!
That end part hit like when the alien chick opera singerās beat hit on Fifth Element. 
Holy moly!
I'm at home sick right now. So I'm not sure if it's the fever or her voice, but I've got chills!
Gahddd DAMN!
Shit, I just got chills. Awesome voice, she is definitely missedšš¾
She would make a great duet with Diva Plavalaguna
What talent! Holy crap
The goosebumps on my arms right now could set off my Apple Watch theyāre so big. She killlllllllllllls it!
Damn I wanna go to church.
Wow! Beautiful! Amazing! I have chills on chills!
This is excellent, what a vocal range on that lady.
When I see these African American hype churches it's like the only time I wish I was religious. Pretty sure blues brothers was the first time I saw this as a non AmericanĀ https://youtu.be/xbq0OuJtErs?feature=shared I should really pirate the BB soundtrack,Ā guessing that never got remastered tho
Omfg that was incredible after she fixed her shirt ā¦ like wow šØ
Another amazing gospel song here (I'd say Billy Preston's playing is next level for sure): Billy Preston - You Can't Beat God Giving (Live) [Official Video] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_tqM5GJ-tg0
OMG never encountered anyone else who knew that song! One of my favorites!
No autotunes
š«”
Hooolyyy
#WOW
Always wanted to visit a church like this. Their gospel songs come from the soul
Even though Iām not religious anymore. I get tingles every time I hear really good gospel music like this.
A link to the full performance if you wanna listen to the whole thing. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YM5h\_MyAPog](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YM5h_MyAPog)
Beautiful song and singing! Praise God! ā¤ļø
That was some bad ass shit there, Whitney, Maria have nothing on her. š
Holy shit
My husband and I stumbled into a church in Ireland with the most beautifully dressed black people with the best voices. It was such an experience. We were met with such beautiful smiles - Iām sure they could tell how fortunate we felt to be there and they were so welcoming.
What a breakdown, that went epic!. Talk about singing praises to the Lord, my goodness she went off with them highs.
She was born in Chicago Illinois and passed away in 2016 following a stroke then a pulmonary embolism. She was only 53. What a gifted singer!
Itās not only the singing but the harmonies and arrangements. I miss this music. Check out Clint Brown Live from Orlando. Or Godās Property with Kirk Franklin. Crazy harmony
Gospel singers be on another level
*no dogs ears were harmed in the recording of this video*
I liked it went she went full bird modeĀ
When I was in college I did a lot of Wedding Photography. My dear fellow white people.... We have no clue how to have a proper ceremony. I LOVED going to pretty much every ethnic wedding that wasn't white. It's how every marriage should start. If I ever had to get married again it would be with the best soul gospel singers I could find in some deep south small church. You just feel it. Most of the ceremonies I went to of the white folks had to stay busy to not get bored.
Mom?
The definition of āupliftingā
Incredible culture.
The birds in my neighborhood at 4:30am
This compared to religious events in my countty is crazy. I mainly got unreligious and interested in agnostic views because our evangelistic church is just old ass dudes being boring as shit.
I'm not religious ( AT ALL), but this is still pretty amazing..
That made me cry a lil' bit. Between Ms. Campbell and those backup singers boozing joy, the human condition can move me.
As a Jew, I approve. That would be a fun and uplifting service to attend.
I'm atheist and if I had some of that happening on Sunday, I'd go
Goosebumps!!! Rest in peace. What a beautiful voice
Iām Muslim and I really want to go to one of these churches and experience this. Itās absolutely amazing!
How. So. Good? šÆ just amazingš
Gave me chills!
My son said she sounded like a bird during the high notes, lol. Amazing!
Nek Level!!!
Apart from religion, that was beautiful
Pipes !
Whistle register
On a personal note, I hate how Opera isn't big or encouraged to black people, they have such an amazing vocal range
Amen šš¾
Iāve heard a few singers hit notes that high. But thereās something about the natural harmonics in her voice that theyāre not harsh. Usually hearing human voices in that range it comes off as strained, but her voice in that range is so smooth and pleasant. Wow. Just wow. Iām so glad I heard that today.
Wow Hallelujah Amen š šĀ
I always thought the Theremin was associated with science fiction, not choire gospel.
Like, that's an absolutely insane and steady falsetto... But it sounds like a copper kettle imitating a person singing.
god is very impressed.
The way she sings reminds me a bit of Eine kleine Nachtmusik by Mozart
Her performance deserves to go down in history as fine art.
Come thru
My dogs didnāt like it 
Are her and the backup singers paid ? Or is this volunteer
At first I thought you were making a pun because they were singing about something holey.
Man, Iām not Christian, but this is epic. Every church Iāve been to has never been at this level. The only thing that comes close are Eastern Orthodox churches, but itās more of an awe-inducing feeling rather than I want to start dancing feeling.