I grew up in a very strict Christian home, where we only listened to Christian music (first on records and then later on CDs). Nearly all other music was called secular music and time and time again we were told in church that secular music was “bad” and we should never listen to it. As…
Personal Development
Take the Stage
There are so many songs that have impacted me over the years. It is hard to think of just one. They are all meaningful in their own ways. If I had to narrow it down, I would say, Celine Dion. When I think of Celine Dion there is not a particular song that comes to…
I’ve Learned to Be Selfish
When I listen to most of Kirk Franklin’s songs I feel like I’m finding myself. The songs are telling you the truth. Really and truly with everything that’s going on, the world needs God. I may not go to church every Sunday or every Saturday but I believe that there is a higher power. So,…
Half and Half
This was years and years ago. Back when we were playing music on cassette! I don’t even know how I got this cassette but it was a cassette of Morgan State Choir under the directorship of Dr. Carter. The choir was simply phenomenal. The musical arrangements were so intricate and creative. On this tape of…