Karen Clark Sheard - Impossible Dream/Total Praise - Chicago Mayoral Inauguration 2023

Karen Clark Sheard (of The Clark Sisters) rendered a special musical selection singing "Impossible Dream" and "Total Praise" for the inauguration of Mayor Brandon Johnson in Chicago. Accompanied by Destiny Worship & Praise Chorale and Rise Orchestra.

[@Brazilcarlosrodriguez-]

The control she exhibited over her instrument was phenomenal to witness from the audience. Her long-held notes were piercing and unwavering. She just stood there and made it seem so effortless. In addition to her beautiful intimate soul stirring tone. I’m not a Christian but you’ve gained a fan in me Mrs.Sheard as a student of classical music your technique is one to commend at 62 years old.

[@omnicares]

You don’t have to be Christian to know the influence the Clark Sisters have on music in general. It’s a rabbit hole of wonders and knowledge… AND VOCALS for days. Beyond your wildest imagination. For example, their mother is said to be the constructor of three and four part harmonies in groups and large choirs in which we’ve come accustomed to. And Karen can do her on echos/ reverb live (with runs and riffs) without any music software in her mic. The sisters are known for establishing the runs and riffs we’ve see many singers do today. And ALL of the sisters play piano, drums, etc.. Research.. and be amazed.

[@omnicares]

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[@Brazilcarlosrodriguez-]

@@omnicares The research has begun since the inauguration. I’m honestly flabbergasted by the things I’m discovering, and a bit embarrassed for not knowing sooner . Thanks for sharing your expertise.

[@therealtimellis7317]

❤❤❤❤❤❤🙏

[@wthomas2284]

Set apart, a hidden open secret until due season

[@hillbaby02]

This lady has so much anointing. Over 60 and still a first Soprano.

[@Steviekeyzmusic]

Yesssssss❤❤❤❤

[@iamdaviontatum]

Karen Clark Sheard is the greatest singer of all time ‼️🙌🏾

[@bishoptruth8182]

She's definitely one of the greatest

[@abernathyprivatefundadviso4245]

THE GREATEST! NAME ONE BETTER - IDK! THE GREATS COPY HER!

[@queentammyholman]

Definitely one of the greats.

[@johnclay661]

@@abernathyprivatefundadviso4245 Aretha!

[@ajclrj]

And that’s on Period!!!!

[@wilkslpn]

No autotune vocals! Just angels! 62 years old, and GOD has preserved her gift/vocals! God is real!

[@pattidenise8666]

Crazy that Aretha used to do these type of events, but it’s clear that the torch has been passed to KCS! Unbelievable

[@McCargo2]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@iamdaviontatum]

THIS PART‼️🙌🏾

[@OfficialMickeyJSabb]

I thought the same thing

[@biggnsexxy2010]

This was Arethas Girl! She passed the torch to the right one ❤

[@NasnTheKitchen]

Aretha lovedddddddd KCS! She definitely passed the torch.

[@sharkkeeper01]

Speechless….It’s obvious the Clarks made good spiritual decisions in their youth..evidenced by the way God is preserving them.

[@DAVIDECHOLS-ym7ox]

Anointed, Gifted, filled with the Holy Ghost!! Sang and Chirp like a beautiful white 🕊️ Dove! The Gospel Voice, First Lady of The Church Of God in Christ silky voice Karen Clark Sheard!!! 🙌🏾

[@lilyvalley2489]

still a top premier vocalist at 62…God will keep & restore if u keep serving Him.luv to see God opening doors for prestigous platforms like this.

[@hervoice3501]

I am so happy when Karen gets opportunities like this, where she can sing from the heart without all the showmanship. This is when she is absolutely incredible. The choir and orchestra weren't short stopping either. And thanks Karen for calling Jesus by name in this crowd!!

[@24baileyjay]

Every blk person in the audience knew the song and had their hands raised!!

[@iamdaviontatum]

I was raising my hands here at home ‼️🙌🏾

[@neawatson1448]

Yes!!!!

[@detroitkaraoke]

This is one of my favorite gospel songs. It definitely was given by the Most High. It hits everytime you hear it.

[@CeliniacForLife]

Literally me right now.

[@Elilondon97]

Man, I just love when she gets in full on worship mode 🔥

[@1988bcr]

WOW!!! This ICON never ceases to amaze me. Karen Clark Sheard is literally the BEST !!!

[@jclef614]

On Impossible Dream her tone reminded me of Aretha... Karen proved here why she's a Living Legend!

[@anitac197011]

That young lady in the white skirt was really enjoying the ministry of KCS. She couldn’t stop smiling. I love it!

[@blaque843]

I noticed that too.

[@neawatson1448]

@@blaque843 time stamp?

[@LeeyaAre]

State’s Attorney Kim Foxx 6:59

[@jeannoire5250]

I think she just had to learn how to navigate her more seasoned voice. And now that she's got it, she's back in full force. This lady has been singing everywhere and KILLING it. Love that for her!

[@blaque843]

This is how America should be.Everybody together in peace.this is beautiful!!!!!

[@lakeishiaburt9840]

They would've been getting me off the floor. I wouldn't have been no more good.. You better Saaaannnngg Lady Sheard.😭🙌🙌👏💃💃♥

[@neawatson1448]

Me too

[@kevinp6983]

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD: And he delighteth in his way. Though he fall, he shall not be utterly cast down: For the LORD upholdeth him with his hand. Can somebody say HALLELUJAH!? 👀🔥

[@valeriebramlett6590]

🔥

[@Shannon920]

Amen! Everyone was up on their feet! Even the gentleman sitting down behind her...I think I saw him wipe his eyes a few times! LOL The way she applied scripture to honor God and flipped to honor the mayor in his new duties was genius!

[@ezershalom9690]

I agree...and I'm soooo glad that she didn't compromise the message in that political setting...simply put..She Worshipped, Proclaimed Jesus and Blessed all who were in attendance......PRICELESS!

[@themaintakeawaypodcast]

The greatest!!! Something about this performance is just so ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL AND BREATHTAKING! She is the greatest singer!

[@soulembandaka32]

It's called the anointing , cause Lord she must have just gotten off a fast or something, and the man sitting behind is getting delivered

[@ladyblayze]

I introduce to some, My First Lady, Evangelist Karen V. Clark - Sheard, wife of the Presiding Bishop of the Church of God in Christ, international - The Right Reverend J. Drew Sheard. This woman loves God and the Lord uses the gift of her voice to touch people and situations that a word may fly right by. I am proud to be Church of God in Christ, I am proud that a Church of God in Christ Pastor has been Elected to the Chicago Mayorship and I thoroughly enjoyed watching everyone who did not know this woman, be shocked as I this is the reaction every time she ministers in Song. She's ministered to me for over 25 years. Best vocalist EVER! #Periodt #MyFirstLady #EvangelistKaren #FirstLadySheard #GreaterImmanuelTemple #DetroitInTheHaus #GrammyAwardWinning #StellarAwardWinning #DoveAwardWinning #Karew #TheClarkSisters #DrMattieMossClark #KarenClark #Finally #TotalPraise #YouBroughtTheSunshine

[@veneciahall]

My favorite Singer...she carry me through some dark moments with her worship ministrations, such a blessing to God Kingdom 🙏 🙌 ✨️.

[@kathywilliams9062]

I am so Godly proud of Karen! She is definitely anointed and just the greatest singer of all time. I'm a member of the COGIC denomination and she's made us proud!!!!!

[@deangelowhite9168]

Ooh she ate that. Im ready for her next album

[@DaevionMarkelltv]

I really want her to do a jazz Christmas project.

[@letashaphillips5883]

I been waiting.... .. come through for us Karen... PLEASE 😀🖐️🎵🎶🔥❤️

[@StephismTV]

The way I sat here waiting for a reprise.. I needed this!

[@iampntcostl]

There is one if you search her song on KZbin the crowd sang another round! So beautiful!

[@donnabryant4755]

A beautiful voice , such a blessing to hear her and feel God's anointment! ❤️

[@TruPreacher]

Lady Karen done brought them folks to Church at the Inauguration!! Give God Glory at ALL times!!

[@Kcs.Vocals]

4:40 Holding her mic to the side like late 80s Karen!!

[@kjariousmitchell1686]

yessss

[@blessedandfavored9242]

Fr! These vocals were warmed upppp & ready for war! She’s belting so perfectly here

[@fresh2deathjb]

Everything about this lady is anointed, and this performance was simply beautiful. That's the best way I can describe it.

[@number1beastielover]

My God! I'm ready to have church now...but it's only 4:39 a.m. G.O.A.T.!!!!!!!

[@derrickfleming230]

#Us young people this why you keep going to God for everything.#This is the real example of how you honor Our father God.

[@Jamiepyt7]

Got me in my office crying like I'm crazy! lol :)

[@natefrmbklyn]

I love her capable and controlled anointed soprano. No matter the occasion or house, she somehow conveys the message in the color and cadence that it requires. Salute 1st Lady Karen Clark-Sheard for her years of service and interpolations.

[@stardel]

When you hear God's Chosen anointed music, you can't help but stand!!

[@iamsimplytiff]

The oil! Sing First Lady!!

[@susanhutchinson633]

YES! Beautiful First Lady Karen brought God's Holy Ghost power to this inauguration. Her beautiful and anointed voice brings so much JOY to everyone! She is such a precious gift!

[@jeanineruggs7301]

That's right Karen boldly lift up Jesus

[@deantretyler337]

The white lady in the Jean jacket is mesmerized and in awe

[@flyKayzette]

The dignitaries were standing….I don’t think they knew why….She ushered in the presence of God!!! I felt that!!!!God Bless the Chi!!!

[@Tifrocklevi]

Yes 👏 👏 👏 she always give me goosebumps when she sings.... Amazing

[@neawatson1448]

Well said 👍👍👍👍

[@jamesmcarthur2933]

Karen singed down heaven.ANNOINED.

[@cynthiawilkins2965]

She sang that song! GOD has blessed her with a great talent! Wow! She did that! Impressive!

[@ColeWorld75]

SANG FIRST LADY KAREN!!!!

[@JimRockfordFiles]

Whoo 🔥 that reprise!!! There’s STILL a balm…

[@youngone132000]

Impeccable!!

[@joshuarhodes2128]

They should’ve said her title !! First Lady of COGIC

[@cortney4soul]

That wasn’t relevant in that moment. Her name alone holds more weight than a COGIC First Lady.

[@quind.5669]

@@cortney4soul exactly she been KAREN CLARK SHEARD before a First Lady😂

[@michaelgreen6502]

That COGIC run hit her at 1:30. 😂❤

[@1RoyalQ]

WOW!!! 62 AND STILL SINGING LIKE THIS!!! SHEESH!! SHE HAD ME WIPING TEARS!! ANOINTED AND SKILLED BEYOND MEASURE!!!

[@blacklegend214]

Best singer in the world 🌎🌎🌎📌

[@Bgreen-nn2ly]

Simply Beautiful…..!!!!!

[@kylekennedy2781]

To dream the impossible dream …yeah ok….Total Praise dripping 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@Raphalou]

Praise God Cousin Karen 🙏🏾 The anointing breaks every yoke. I love that theres a God fearing Elected Mayor of Chicago. I pray that there will be some positive changes for the City. It was nice seeing some of the officials give reverence to God in this setting. Praise God!!

[@rubydebruyn2656]

Only Karen can Rock My Soul... Blessed you Major Brandon Johnson.. Blessed you Karen Clark Sheard...

[@cw4545]

Yessss.....Great 🎶 Singing for our Lord Jesus Christ!!!!❤❤❤🙌

[@anitawilliams7410]

Give Him Glory!!!🙏👋👏❤️

[@michaelgreen6502]

That wail at 4:47 took…me…outta..here ❤

[@mablecrump7704]

❤Thank you ourcFirst Lady Karen Clark-Sheard for not only well representing us COGIC members & your darling husband, Bishop Sheard, but your Savior, Jesus Christ & calling his name to the world!!!❤ We love you soo much!!!

[@Steviekeyzmusic]

Love love love this Karen has always been my number one gospel singer #Always ❤

[@rwhite3119]

Nothing like the anointing… 🙌🙌🙌

[@Truthfavorblessed]

The Glory cannot be denied…every knee must bow, hallelujah Jesus! ✨

[@chuckspoke]

They took a little time to have church. Praise him and what a way to start an administration.

[@reeltalkwithnolandpruitt]

The Anointing on her is Mind Blowing.

[@jamesmcarthur2933]

You took them to church❤

[@soulembandaka32]

Wow

[@roseroyce15]

Wow.

[@kimberleyallen3350]

Karen clark sheard total praise 😊

[@dannydaf_]

❤❤❤

[@charleneosborne7647]

Yes Lord🙌🏽

[@elaineredy8937]

First Lady Karen Clark Sheard))) absolutely "incredible" .. anointed and appointed ‼️ #Amen #GodsChild🙏🏽✨✝️✨

[@bishoptruth8182]

OMG, what just happened??? That anointing came in like a mighty rushing wind! I need to blow my nose, Lord have mercy...

[@valeriebramlett6590]

🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥

[@cynthiahenry5585]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@mckeychee]

Yesss, First Lady !!!!❤❤

[@cw4545]

Amen 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@jaytibee]

And does it again 💙💙

[@michaelfreeman5286]

Yessss First Lady!!!!

[@sheenareed]

Hallelujah

[@theoracle888]

So beautiful 😍

[@bobbyburches8026]

That brought tears to my eyes. God as truly preserved her annointing. 🙏🏿🙌🏿

[@soulembandaka32]

My angel

[@adrienebroden3125]

Awesome!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@OfficialMickeyJSabb]

Absolutely phenomenal

[@cw4545]

Incredible!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@jessieburns9099]

Beautiful!!!

[@LifeTouchChurch]

There is no 1st Lady like our 1st Lady Evangelist Karen Clark Sheard. She turned an inauguration into a church service. Congratulations Mayor Johnson on you win.

[@muziqizmylfe86]

This moved me to tears… sheesh!

[@tracykearney774]

Great job!

[@beverlyroberdon3345]

Yes Lord Amen

[@melindavaughn6989]

AMAZINGLY PHENOMENAL!!!💖💖💖

[@valb6132]

That was phenomenal!

[@Animeandboba61]

Absolutely PHENOMENAL👑 WOW‼️🙌🏾‼️🙌🏾

[@puremusicluveer]

She is phenomenal!!!!

[@MoSvivor]

Sing, Fave!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@ddoddy76]

A legend doing what a legend does!!! Anointed… sang amazing…loved it

[@rareflower72]

I miss this. This was awesome!! Given honor to the Lord. Whew!!!

[@milespage8955]

🔥🔥🔥🔥 she handled that

[@aprilwilliams3234]

GOAT....awesome...To God be the Glory!!!!!!

[@joshualovell2003]

Beautiful classical range❤

[@kellylevar]

Thank You Jesus! That's all I can say right now.

[@karenwhite8680]

Lady Karen🌸🌹🌺God has so graced your life, We love you much💐Mayor J Bless you and your family 🙏