✞🙏🏼 GOSPEL SUNDAY | THE CLARK SISTERS - JESUS IS A LOVE SONG (UK SINGER REACTION)

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[@momoney020]

Can we just admit that TWINKIE is the real vocal bible lol that all the runs that everybody else is doing she started

[@ClarkFan662]

She is the vocal bible

[@brandim.9347]

Facts. Idk how Brandy got the tittle. Too many greats before her. Not too many, if any at all, before Twinkie

[@dmajorx]

FACTS 💯

[@mizrelmizrel]

Yes Twinkie is a Genius 🙌🏾

[@viz1]

Please say it louder for the folks in the back.

[@davidstewart6686]

The legendary Clark sisters inspired many artists like Jazmine Sullivan, Beyoncé, Keke Wyatt, and many more! They’re nothing but the truth.

[@itswineglass]

All factssss!! They are Gospel Legends and their influence/impact is heard throughout every genre of music!

[@averyjenkins2786]

Don’t forget about the Mariah Carey and Faith Evens

[@adonaiyah2196]

Twinkie clark is a musical genius

[@carriejordan8573]

And Abbey Smith, AKA Yebba 😀🎼🎹

[@FinishTheRaceVL7]

@@carriejordan8573 I was going to say Abbe as well

[@Aprilluvv]

I LOVE Twinkie's face before she starts to sing!!! It looks like she was thinking .... "I'm about to TEAR THIS THANG UPPP!!!" LOl!!!

[@50CCSHUN]

😂😂😂😂

[@Realybean]

Fun Fact 💡 My sisters and I were given voice lessons by Dorinda Clark (the tall & slender one) they are legends not only in Detroit (my city) but nationally.

[@aaronnewman7573]

globally tbh

[@andreflipping186]

Wow

[@pattersonlucille31]

Awesome!!! ❤️❤️

[@BougieBrownSugar]

You learned from a living legend.

[@tamelawashington7994]

I promise they been around like 5 decades and still sound the same... I love them. I thank GOD for the gospel....

[@sugarbaby547]

Lol...facts...they are aging in reverse

[@KingofgraceSARA]

What you feel is The Holy Spirit. That's just a taste of what The Lord gives. He loves you, no matter what you've done. He's faithful and true. God bless you.

[@infinitylyfe3813]

AMEN❤️

[@cchisolm92cc]

Amen❤️

[@youfromuptown]

Every single time I listen to this beautiful song.....TEARS!!!!

[@SomeGuy-cw9rw]

Twinkie Clark is the truth. Love me some Clark Sisters.

[@adonaiyah2196]

Yes its the greatest voice and one of the greatest gospel writers of all time and the writer of this song. She'd take a bit from a commercial and rearrange it into a gospel song. This song has a part that was based on Bach's air

[@midnitehour1]

Ah yes, the legendary "falsetto “meeeeeeeeeee" at the end of the song. I think every Gospel singer worth their salt has burst a blood vessel or two trying to get that note down...I still can't come anywhere close lol 😂

[@emmettjohnson9775]

i can lol.

[@joanneandrews7280]

The note, I can do. It's holding that sustain for 19 counts that has me like 😫

[@michellewinston1363]

My favorite part❤

[@midnitehour1]

The Clark Sisters are Gospel royalty, the lead here - Karen Clark Sheard, is considered one of the best singers of our generation, renowned for her limitless soprano and complicated runs. The one to her right is Twinkie, she's considered one of the trailblazers of Contemproary Gospel as she wrote songs like this and the Grammy nominated "You Brought The Sunshine", she is also an AMAZING musician ("Queen of the B3 Hammond Organ"). Dorinda (the slim one) is the preacher of group. She has a raspy, jazzy voice and often leads their uptempo material - she's my fave! And then there's Jacky who's warm alto adds so much colour to their blend.

[@timothythompson7453]

Wow, I was sitting in the balcony at this recording. While I was attending school in Detroit at Marygrove College, a buddy of mine invited me. This brought back so many great memories from that night. As a HUGE Clark Sisters fan, I feel this particular rendition was gospel nostalgia commemorating one of their most incredibly unique hits from the 80’s that was classic Clark Sisters. “Bringing it back home” is one of my favorite projects but honestly... I love all things Clark Sisters. And I’m quickly becoming a fan of your Gospel Sunday Show! Hope u keep it going. My all time favorite female gospel vocalist is Tramaine Hawkins and favorite male vocalist is Daryl Coley! And favorite choir was The Thompson Community Singers. Just FYI😁

[@prettid051]

Great musical taste in gospel music❤❤❤❤

[@impresarioe6824]

These are the vocal bibles of the gospel industry. This song is from 'Finally Karen' first solo album (the one who sang the main leads) back in 1998. She is the youngest of the sisters. Each one is a vocal powerhouse and Twinkie Clark (the one standing next to her) is a gospel ICON who wrote this song as well as all their others. This song was remade from their previous 1986 album, 'Heart and Soul.' Their mother is Dr. Mattie Moss Clark a gospel icon herself. You should definitely listen to Karen's daughter, Kierra Sheard -Kelly....she's a beast! The choir is Tri-City Singers (under the direction of Donald Lawrence), one of the premier choirs of the 90s and even today.

[@jo-joal3791]

Her solo debut was 1997.

[@adonaiyah2196]

Its so true but its twinkie who was the musical genius

[@glencro]

Vocal bibles of the industry PERIOD

[@melliemel32]

You are right, they set a standard in many ways vocally. 1997 I believe was “Finally Karen.”

[@MI_CHA20]

Wow I didn’t know that was Donald Lawrence and the tri city singers simply beautiful and amazing I live that album and this song is so beautiful 🤩

[@babiijean11]

Aft the long falsetto "ME" She actually inhaled the end run which is why it sounded so seamless. What an alien!

[@deidrahall5204]

You should definitely check out more Clark Sisters but specifically Karen Clark Sheard's "Balm in Gilead"

[@samsunguser3438]

I was just about to suggest that one but I decided to check the comments first. Karen's vocal runs almost defy the law of physics as well as the space time continuim with that one! 😃

[@babiijean11]

Is that what the name of that song is??!! I heard it all the time when I was little but never knew the real words. I haven't heard it since, but I always thought it was "There is a bald man in the air" SMH Children hear things so differently!! lol

[@nswintster]

@@samsunguser3438 LOL absolutely👏🏾😅

[@danaglass1265]

@@babiijean11 Same with me. I didn't know what the words were until I was older and read about God talking to Jeremiah and telling him to go to Gilead for healing. Now when someone is sick I always think of that song and they sung that song!!!! The annointing!!!

[@godssongbirdporter1994]

Twinkie took her time and embodied the symphony that she is singing about

[@Dextermac3000]

Jesus is not like any drug or chemical substance. Jesus IS Love. It's not a feeling. It Is the relationship that He instills in believers who accept him as Savior And Lord and the obedience to His will that draws us closer to that Love. That's why they sing - Jesus IS a Love song.

[@BaddieRey]

The Clark Sisters Are Legendary & Iconic On So Many Levels...They Inspired Many R&B & Pop Artists (Beyoncé, Mariah Carey, Missy Elliott, Faith Evans, & Many Others, Even Me) W/ Their Riffs, Runs, Sound, & Music....

[@treking4563]

They're grandparents now and still sing just as amazing!

[@Yodi.]

This is an old song by Twinkie Clark that was re-arranged by Donald Lawrence. He said they didn’t even really do a sound check before this recording, and they just went w/ the new tempo, and hit his cues. 😐🤯

[@sunofcalifornia8783]

Finally Karen is my favorite gospel album followed by Whitney Houston’s the preachers wife. Finally Karen is one of the best gospel albums recorded in my opinion. Praise festival and unconditional love!!!

[@domoniqueayers2471]

Karen actually held the note 23-24 seconds from 9:29-9:52 on one breath or 10:08-10:52 crazy amazing!!!

[@simoneonthephone9629]

I was excited to watch you experience them. “Endow me” live in Charlotte is powerful as well. Happy Sunday 😌

[@cbree6]

Yes!!!

[@LuvJasmineee17]

Same!!!!

[@storiking650]

💯🙌🏾YES 1 OF THEIR BEST RECORDED PERFORMANCES🙌🏾💯

[@kaylay_8026]

FACTS ON FACTS🙌🙌

[@dimitriusstevens3362]

Me too!

[@silvermann6515]

Charlie gave dat stank face when Karen growled.. 🤣🤣🤣🤣... I hear ya man.. The Anointing will cause you to do that.. Make ya feel something..

[@iamnolalove]

Twinkie Clark's pen was 🔥

[@DutchessG]

The Clark Sisters are a vocal bible as the kids like to say, they have inspired so so many singers for soo soo many years and I’m one of them. That natural gift came from God and that talent came from their mother Dr. Mattie Moss Clark.

[@musicalvibes08]

REQUEST!!!!! LALAH HATHAWAY & SNARKY PUPPY: SOMETHING!! She literally harmonizes with herself! COMMENT | NOBODY, no matter the genre, does it like The Clark Sisters! They are a gift from our ancestors. Honestly, SOUL is a big component of the Black Voice, no matter the genre. That's why people feel that emotion he spoke of. DIONNE, FANTASIA, LUTHER, WHITNEY, BEYONCE, MICHAEL, JAZMINE, TAMELA, ARETHA, AVERY, MUSIQ, LALAH ... All of them got SOUL.

[@mallegendmaker6826]

Yesss please

[@lauriegoodson]

This was very intimate. Many words were not needed, because all her focus was on this one thing: the incredible love of Jesus, that, when we understand it, brings gratitude from us and love toward Him. So beautiful!

[@rabrab3]

You are awesome!! Love the Clark Sisters and you!!

[@kwoncherry118]

The Clark Sisters 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾 this is one of fave performances of them.

[@AJ-gd1ww]

U said it. It's the worship part of praise and worship. Like u said, worship can have a hypnotic feel to it. It is quiet, meditative and restorative. This is time in church when u would see ppl with tears of love and thanksgiving and hands raised to God. My family used the Clark Sisters praise music as an alarm clock when I was growing up. Benn listening every since.

[@msdiva8744]

THE CLARK SISTERS are THEE BEST selling gospel group of all time!

[@MikeB39648]

This one is a classic lead was Karen Clark check out her sister Dorinda Clark with A&M University Gospel Choir singing “Complete The Work”

[@ritar6769]

I love complete the work

[@freakykeibby20301]

she snapped

[@HollyGolightly74]

she walked that song up&down!!

[@cbree6]

The Clark Sisters “Endow Me” Live from Charlotte!!! You’ll love it!

[@KingofgraceSARA]

The Endow Me from the gospel show when they had black and white on where Karen tore that thang apart!

[@bremarbury5482]

And they STILL sound just like this 🙌🏾❤️

[@BrotherEDEN]

You will have to do your homework ... KAREN Clark-Sheard, was the principle lead, and her more recent projects far exceed this offering, but her sisters, Twinkie Clark, and Dorinda Clark-Cole had incredible solo projects. Those BGV's were done by Donald Lawrence and the Tri-City Singers, another stand alone group that's fierce in their own right, all helped to create that unique sound and experience.

[@vshaver11]

Twinkie was the Principle singer because she wrote all their songs even Jesus is a love song

[@BrotherEDEN]

@@vshaver11 . Yes, I'm well aware Twinkie's major contributions ... but I was referring to the principle lead on this one video. In order to make an accurate post about The Clark Sisters, I would have to write a full bible.

[@vshaver11]

@@BrotherEDEN we good Karen sang

[@blessedman492]

The Clark Sisters have been doing this for years! They stand out in their own way and they never try to out do each other...That's the power of God you feel. ( He is a love song ) ......Also Donald Lawrence is arranging/directing the background vocals.....He is the absolute truth! He also has several projects.... check him out as well.

[@sxm76]

Great choice! They are gospel pioneers! All sisters and individual beasts as well. This song is absolutely different. I think because its more worship than praise. It puts the focus on Jesus which brings about a peace. I felt it too. New Subcriber here!

[@yvonnehawk2816]

One of my All time favorite songs by the talented Clark Sisters...Jesus is Love!. He is a love song!.

[@CDneat]

The Clark Sisters were the gospel trend setters of the 80’s-now. When I heard Yuba (sorry her name’s spelled wrong) I heard the Clark Sisters all the way. BTW...What’s the purpose of a love song do, to make you fall more in love with the person you’re in love with...Jesus in this case

[@lauriegoodson]

❤❤❤ God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8 ❤❤❤ I had never thought about Jesus like this, but it is so true. He is a love song for us from the Father.

[@danaglass1265]

This and Tamala Mann's change me are my two favorite gospel songs. Oh and everything by Fred Hammond.

[@denishajoyful]

I literally still crying listening to this again. It still makes me praise God for the Day he opened my eyes and changed my heart ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@ritar6769]

Karen’s echoing herself is genius

[@arielforbes1583]

dear Charlie i was so moved to see your reaction the clark sisters......I'd like to introduce the legendary Vanessa bell armstrong she was before the clark sisters etc,...she has many hits my personal favorite"Nobody butJesus"peace be still,and faith that conquers ....please review her you will simply love her have a blessed day and hugs

[@thatgirlcocoa]

You can complain, that was a misplaced ad in the middle of such a beautiful moment in the song.

[@melliemel32]

I love the admiration and respect people have for our legends, but what people don’t realize is that for Black folks, especially those of us who grew up in church listening to Gospel; this is all the level of musicianship we know! It’s a blessing! PLUS, you can’t sing to the Savior of the world and not expect it to be GREAT! JESUS IS THE 👑 for real!! 🙏🏽✝️

[@evohumans]

Yes sir, The Clark Sisters are a very gifted group of women.

[@yuyussquad5918]

When I listen to this song, I swear I fall into a trance.

[@TheGamersGuide819]

They are arguably the best in the world!

[@scorpion787x8]

There is absolutely no one on the Planet that comes close to the Clark Sister's early years. Jesus Forevermore, from the album Conquer.

[@rhondaherbert9282]

Yes. This song is indeed a love song.

[@storiking650]

It's actually 18 seconds, minus the breath between the ending run. We who have been studying the Clark Sisters since the 80s have timed it☺👌🏾

[@TheCharlieSmithChannel]

😂 Excelent work 👌🏽

[@storiking650]

@@TheCharlieSmithChannel Thanks friend😊 & BTW, I LOOOVVVEEEE ur channel/ videos 🙌🏾👏🏾🙌🏾👏🏾🙌🏾👏🏾🙌🏾 & have been binge watching them at nauseum🤦🏾‍♀️😆😂😭. I can't wait till you come here to America to witness our amazing Black American gospel singing in person, there's nothing like it & the Lord clearly has his hand on you & wants you as 1 of His own, that is the reason you're being touched the way you are while watching our ministry in song!!! Please don't ever change, you're a very special spirit🙏🏾!!!

[@ThatSingerReactions]

Whew this is my skyline favorite gospel singer Karen Clark sheard man wait until you dive into them man and Karen’s daughter kierra shead whew good god almighty man. This was amazing bro 🙌🏾

[@bcaz711]

This was 98..from Karen's debut solo album..finally karen..Karen is the baby sister..but a true experience of each one is Twinkies album nothing to lose..you've just experienced a very small sample of true gospel royalty. These ladies are the gold standard...legendary, ironic dont even say it all..and we haven't even started with their mother

[@tspann9613]

It was recorded in 97...I'm absolutely certain because I was pregnant. I think it was released in 98. :-)

[@MariahsDarling]

@@tspann9613 It was recorded on November 15, 1996 and released in 1997.

[@tspann9613]

@@MariahsDarling so much for being absolutely certain. 😁 Thx.

[@missd5103]

What you feel is the anointing. It can't be analyzed. The Bible describes love is powerful. The love of God is that powerful. Go to any of our churches and you may experience the feeling again.

[@caliBornbEauty]

I love when they go "ye-ye-ye-ye-ye-ye-yeah yeah". I just love it

[@JordanMckaney]

I love how you acknowledged how this song was composed as a love song. I recommend you listen to the Original Jesus is a love song by the Clark Sisters.

[@GoldenGraham25]

Awwww.... Charlie!!! Thank you for doing The Clark Sisters. Much love from KCMO, USA. ❤️❤️

[@thetambourinist7]

This song is off of Karen Clark Sheard's 1997 album "Finally Karen" (which is her first solo album). It is a remake of the song "Jesus is a Love Song" from the Clark Sisters 1986 album "Love & Soul". Donald Lawrence is the genius behind the remake. They are very anointed.

[@guitarslim1989]

Isn’t that his choir too ?

[@bryannrogers2851]

Reflective is the word you were looking for @Charlie Smith

[@JWPhotosanddesigns]

My my my. ❤ The Clark Sisters will forever be in rotation.

[@supercalifragilistic2380]

Look at the video again because if you really peep you will notice the fact that the choir is not singing at all... the choir comes in ONLY at the END of the song. The point I'm making is Just The Clark Sisters "ALONE" are singing the backgroud vocals. What blows my mind about The Clark Sisters is they're harmony sounds like a "full choir". Did you notice the sisters vocal harmony "sound" is just like a choir? Speak on that because that is one of the this that is magical about they're vocal ability. Truly Gifted beyond comprehension.

[@tamelawashington7994]

The clark sisters so legendary they are still making the best gospel music out.....the last one with snoop dogg fire💥🔥

[@brelewill427]

Vanessa Bell Armstrong Peace Be Still the old version

[@mathMeezy]

i remember when i first saw this dvd when it came out. I didn't think it could get any better. Clark Sisters are GOATed

[@katshell2059]

I used to play this everyday

[@rabrab3]

Check out the Angelics singing Touch Me Lord Jesus. Very old school.

[@MrGist123]

Now that you have seen them kill it you have to see Karen’s (the one who sang the most) daughter Kiki Sheards she also sings gospel and is just as amazing as her mother and aunts. They actually sing together a lot you should react to “The will of God by Karen and Kiki sheards”

[@dianaclark3916]

Yeah she was a baby sangin sangin...knew she was gonna grow up to be a beast...KiKi did not disappoint.

[@cgirls.3676]

Clark Sisters. 🔥🔥. Always

[@diffrikan6360]

What this song just did for my soul!!! Thanks and so glad u got to experience TRUE LEGENDS!

[@Kenyahs_Mommy]

The choir behind her is Donald Lawrence and the Tri City singers, and he and his choir are phenomenal. He writes a lot of music for a lot of artists. I had the pleasure of sitting under his teaching.

[@gabrielleo7573]

The second singer Elbertina “Twinkie” Clark is the vocal, arranger, organist and all around architect to their individual style second only to their mother. Your hearing Twinkies training in their voices.

[@seasonedsofisticate1901]

That choir is The Donald Lawrence and The Tri-City Singers. Phenomenal choir along with The phenomenal Clark Sisters. In this video however it was a Karen Clark recording of one of her, her first,I think solo album. This is one of the cuts she invited her sisters on.

[@azarymelekh]

I knew you weren't paying attention when Karen did that 20+ seconds note!

[@HazeFrederick]

Love how you're rock'n the head gear bruh. So about the Clark Sisters... they used to get critizim in the gospel community because their music had such a "main stream secular" sound to it.

[@rasheedrasheed1974]

Ughh I hate that,. But look how many life’s they impacted by spreading the Gospel 💯💯💯

[@rumseyh]

Especially if you would like to react to another live Clark Sisters' performance, (along with other people on here who have suggested)... I also highly recommend "Endow Me," (Live From Charlotte)!

[@lbu9542]

Oh yes, this one is one of my favorites!

[@burdrchitect1680]

So glad I grew up with gospel. That's all I listened to growing up, but then ventured to other genres when I got older. Clark Sisters are legendary. If the were to tour a couple of cities, they'd sell out.

[@lesliejohnson3743]

I love this song 🎵❤I listen to it every day!it makes me feel blessed and loved by God!starting my day warm and calm is a real blessing!

[@dare2win215]

The genius of Twinkie meets Donald Lawrence

[@theoriginalyaya]

Even if you don’t get a chance to react to them definitely listen to more of the Clark Sisters: ‘Is My Living in Vain”, “Ha Ya”, Balm in Gilead to name a few.

[@19kameleon82]

You really should react to "Nothing To Lose"" By the Clark Sisters from the FAMU album

[@michaelalonzofrazier5750]

This is from the Finally Karen album, 1997. I encourage you to preview A Praying Spirit from the same album. trust me, YOU WILL RUN!!!!

[@jeanettedawson7993]

They tore that song up. Sooo beautiful to the ears. Try Anita Wilson Perfect Love Song. She is such a beautiful soulful singer. Gospel should always be promoted. I have been doing it since it first started on-line. We need this purity in our world and these songs sung over us always.

[@ladygem09]

This was on my recommendation page and I’m glad it was. I absolutely LOVE the Clark Sisters and I enjoyed watching you react to this classic. Twinkie is an amazing songwriter and Karen did an amazing job at re-recording this for her live debut album as a solo artist.

[@rabrab3]

Love me some Twinkle Clark!

[@muelemcfadden]

You should check out Lalah Hathaway and Snarky Puppy’s performance of “Something”. I think you’ll really enjoy it

[@nasa_sidthesciencekid3105]

❤️Is the Greatest Gift of GOD

[@Babytiggerjdl1986]

I found your channel recently and have really been enjoying it. Suggestion for another Sunday: Kierra Sheard Something has to break ft. Karen Clark-Sheard (official video is the best to me, it was a live performance without a audience tho because of Covid). That is the Lead singer of this song and her daughter who is also a gospel singer. I hope you enjoy

[@ImSwisherSweeter]

This one of those gospel songs they used to play this on the secular station

[@twkrn]

Can you react to Kierra Sheard ft Karen Clark Sheard someting has to break. It’s really amazing

[@lakeithmunford1747]

Masterclass.

[@renee5063]

Fred Hammond sings wonderful loves song to Jesus. You have to check him out.

[@247kingdomwoman]

I heard this song for the first time 18 years ago😭😭😭😭in tears! Excited to see your reaction. Have you don’t a reaction in Kierra Sheard, Sheard daughter and the Clark sisters niece? She anointed as well!

[@olliegause3826]

HEY CHARLIE 😊 . Happy SUNDAY🤗

[@JeremyM2]

Had to subscribe when you reacted to this one!

[@JeremyM2]

This is gospel royalty as they are the innovators of contemporary gospel music and have inspired many of your favorite artists favorite artist. Just do your research on them they are no joke.

[@mrchill3007]

Great post Charlie!!

[@rasheedrasheed1974]

DEFINITELY ONE OF MY INSPIRATIONS

[@kikilani]

In case you missed it....that was Donald Lawrence directing the choir. This is my first time hearing this song & I've been a fan of TCS since their album "Sincerely." Great review.

[@romeos4356]

I agree with all the comments below. You should also listen to "Nothing To Lose" while visiting Florida A&M University's Choir! There are soooo many great songs from The Clark Sisters and many on their solo projects. I REALLY LOVE them all together as they started! They are truly a Blessing to GOD's ministry!

[@Toywins]

Very 90's! 💯