Marvin Sapp on Doing Lean, Edgy Gospel, Kanye, Lil Nas X, Bieber, Diddy, Lil Wayne (Full Interview)

In this full-length interview, gospel singer Marvin Sapp spoke about growing up in Grand Rapids, Michigan, which he said was very Republican. Marvin went on to speak about living with a single mother at a young age, and he admitted that while he was connected to the church, he was also getting into trouble. From there, Marvin detailed how he started being more rebellious, which led to him being exposed to various drugs, including Lean. Throughout this time, Marvin was still involved in church, including directing the choir, and he went on to speak about having a change of heart at 18. Speaking about his parents, Marvin explained that his mother was a strict disciplinarian who made him choose between singing gospel music and secular music. He chose the former.
Moving along, Marvin spoke about meeting Fred Hammond, and he explained that when Fred was with the gospel group Commissioned, they performed their first concert at Marvin’s home church. Fred then got in contact with Marvin through his pastor, and Marvin explained that Fred spoke to him about filling a spot in Commissioned. Speaking about the group, Marvin explained how Commissioned was viewed as a 90s R&B group, and he added that a lot of the popular R&B singers of that time based their sound on Commissioned. Marvin added that the six years that he was with the group were the best years of his life.
From there, Marvin spoke about “King of Glory” being the song that introduced him to the world. Marvin also spoke about his late wife, MaLinda, before sharing his thoughts on Lil Nas X, homosexuality in the church, and what he believes as a preacher. Lastly, he shares his thoughts on Kanye's gospel album about the awards that it garnered.
Interview by: Shawn Prez
Check out his youtube channel at: / powermovemakers

[@eringray3796]

What warmed me most about this interview was his dedication to his family. Nothing comes before his family! Nothing! He will not miss a cheer leading competition, Beyonce and Jay-Z concert, etc - HIS FAMILy MATTERS!!!!

[@lorina2002ify]

He took his children to concerts of people who opening worship satan and allow demons to take over them live in front of their audiences and yet he is suppose to preach the gospel of Christ. Can't straddle the fence

[@theresabrown7587]

My favorite Marvin Sapp songs - You are God Alone and Praise Him in Advance..

[@jlobryan6566]

Out of everything he said, I appreciate the story he told about taking his daughters to a concert. I’m so happy he understands that those are the times they will remember the most, the times he spends with them. A+!

[@anitabullock50]

This one of the best interview yet so enjoyable, God bless him. It’s truly a blessing to hear him being so humble, so honest, and I still stand as a man of God with morals such beauty.

[@stedymusa4303]

One of the best interviews ever on this platform

[@anthonybrown9797]

Great interview! I’m Commissioned’s BIGGEST fan and this is the first time I’ve heard that Fred called him in college.

[@RaymondIsiah]

Diary of a psalmist is the greatest album of my lifetime! You are God alone is unmatched

[@laportiamitchellpresents]

shout out to the guy doing the interview!!! i think it made it even better bc he was a fan so dope this was so needed!! my spirit is refreshed and strengthened

[@cleftheart1969]

Especially since vlad is an atheist...it wouldn't of been as good as it was with Shawn. Vlad is very respectful for believers but I'm glad how this interview went 🙏🏾

[@mmmikeru83]

Been waiting on this brother love the insight and inspiration

[@jamesritchie1594]

Outstanding Interview. Commissioned And Marvin Sapp Fan 4 Life.

[@godfirst7667]

And there you have it. This is that STRANGE FIRE. You have well spoken.

[@JfuknD]

Shouts out to the interviewer he never disappoints!! 💯

[@stephaniejones9083]

Yep, Very Good

[@aliverrett1349]

He's always on point I love ❤️ his interviews

[@dedramathews924]

Praise Him in Advance

[@deniseboothgodchickunivers1385]

Hearing you sing at mountaintop in Las Vegas Nevada,The way you touched my heart. Your anointing is no joke 👑👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾Thank you for blessing us with that gift 🎁

[@stylzgohardvip]

IVE PAST BY THIS INTERVIEW SOOOO MANY TIMEZ !! MAN THIS IZ DEEEEEE BEST INTERVIEW I HAVE SEEN IN A MIN…AND IM NOT EVEN AT THE END OF THIS VIDEO YET !!! THANK YOU VLAD FOR THIS FOREAL !!!!

[@glenikiayoung5231]

Marvin sapp voice is amazing he got some songs boy that has got me thru some dark times such as My testimony, you are god alone, thirsty part 1&2 , best in me

[@aw5347]

EXCELLENT INTERVIEW!!!!!

[@glendaholmes-moore1403]

Never would have made it is the anointing of God to cover his hurting children, I am getting chills from them telling the birth of these words from the most high. It will be Heard from generation to come, it is in my play list. It did not just happened, he was right God's church needed that uplift.

[@ez-duz-it]

It’s a beautiful thing when you have an artist who’s true to his craft and was payed properly for their work, salute

[@wannitafindley6911]

Great interview. Truly became a fan!

[@rianrobinson3832]

Commissioned will go down in history as one of the greatest groups ever…

[@Patiencez12]

Very solid interview 🔥

[@stylzgohardvip]

GOD BLESS BISHOP MARVIN SAPP AND HIS FAMILY !! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@keithroberts4952]

Commissioned were a pioneering act. Normally, pioneers are foundation layers and in any structure, whether a building or house, no one ever sees and admires the foundation. The building is admired and appreciated! Commissioned may have never won any awards because they were the foundation of what contemporary Gospel and r 'n' b is today! But, just like any foundation, they are greatly appreciated!

[@stylzgohardvip]

HE SOOOOO DEEP LORD HAVE MERCY !!!!

[@laportiamitchellpresents]

Wonderful wonderful interview thank you Marvin

[@tjr112784]

I saw Marvin Sapp years ago on The Kingdom Men tour with Kirk Franklin, Israel Houghton, and Donnie McClurkin and the one thing that stuck with me was how Marvin came out and danced while the other men were performing. It was so fun to watch a man of God show that you can let loose and have fun while praising God! I just love him! Great interview!

[@tianarenee3147]

I saw him on the kingdom tour as well. And I agree 💯

[@ramanickerson]

I went to that tour in Detroit

[@tjr112784]

@@ramanickerson to this day it was one of the best concerts I’ve ever been to! That’s where I discovered Mali Music. Coincidentally the other best concert was the Jonathan McReynolds and Mali Music concert.

[@ramanickerson]

@@tjr112784 Jonathan Reynolds use to come visit our church all the time

[@ngomaibinda]

What a great interview. I learned souch about the artist, bishop.and pastor. And the interviewer was also great because he was knowledgeable and asked all the right questions.

[@bobbylewisjr5250]

Awesome man... Great REAL interview. I love that he embraces the hood.

[@greenbyrdd8308]

This was a beautiful interview! Continued blessings to him and his family.

[@arianastetson5330]

One of the best interviews ever 💯

[@caprincess619]

Very well articulated and expressed about commitment, dedication.

[@themcfaddens4149]

You need to interview Michael Todd he is another great pastor

[@marcdemosthene9402]

Great interview ! Greetings from Montreal ,Canada

[@mattdabassist6537]

loved the interview!!!

[@adrianthonas4055]

I actually saw him in person at a Christmas play in Maryland

[@aliciawilliams4992]

Man I love this interview and the person that's it doing it.

[@howdyyall4352]

Awesome interview.

[@glendaholmes-moore1403]

It would have been great if some of the songs was played during the interview, it has been done before in different platforms, that would have electrified the interview. I enjoyed the interview having to know the backstory of his rising.❤️🎄

[@nwanation]

Number 7 was the best new jack swing/gospel album ever in 1991

[@billiejean6678]

Damn his interview just came out. Vlad must have interviewed a lot of people recently for him to post these full interviews so quickly. lol

[@Tywonbailey]

One of the best interviews ever vlad!!!!! Keep them coming I’m a fan

[@stylzgohardvip]

THE WHOLE ENTIRE ALBUM .. hE SAW THE BEST IN ME IZ JUST ONE !! THE WHOLE ALBUM !! YOU ARE SO BLESSED TO HV HIM IN YOUR PRESENTZ LIKE DAT !!!!❤❤❤

[@lexingtonwalker1174]

God bless you, Marvin. I really enjoy listening to your music. Yes, family should come first as ministry. Your children will remember those moments forever. Great interview!!!

[@kellystewart9973]

Leviticus 18:22 and Leviticus 20:13 is what God Almightys word says about homosexuality so it doesn't matter whether "ANYONE" agrees with what He says or not.💯 Only reason I commented with this specific reference to God's Word is because in this interview Marvin was asked about homosexuality as it relates to God's Word and he danced around the question instead of responding like he did to explain other things in God's Word. A few times in this interview when he was asked a question he responded by saying that "God's Word Says" and then refers to the Word. Kinda disappointed that he did that, guess I shouldn't be surprised.

[@Ms_Pearl]

I commented on the same thing, It’s separation time ‘wheat from the tares’. I am disappointed right alongside with you at the Ps Marvin’s, Kirk Franklin, TD Jakes of this world who are falling short when it comes to standing up for God’s word, they don’t know where they stand with regards to homosexuality.

[@loveppl6999]

TOO MANY GAY FRIENDS N CO WORKERS.

[@loveppl6999]

@@Ms_Pearl THEY DO KNOW WHR THEY STAND GAY GAY GAY GAY GAY THAT'S WHR.

[@kellystewart9973]

@@loveppl6999 I hope you're wrong, but I actually feel like this statement is more than likely true.

[@LuckyC404]

Where is your scripture against divorce, adultery, and having babies outside of wedlock? Lying. Gambling.

[@qbanks9718]

I didnt come up on gospel music at all and had no knowledge of Marvin Sapp before this interview. This interview was very enjoyable and a great example of what makes Vlad TV what it is. Excellent work Shawn prez

[@whitneycrawford250]

At least he's honest about his life 🙏🏽

[@stylzgohardvip]

HIS DREAMS REALLY CAME TRUE !!!! Wow !! DATZ A POWERFULLLL TESTIMONY FROM MY FAVORITE MALE ARTIST !!! Luv Marvin SAPP he truly saved my life fr !!! Thank God he put him where and when he put him !!! DATZ A SPECIAL POWERFULLLLL MAN IN CHRIST JESUS !!!

[@tianarenee3147]

Praise him advance is my jam

[@Honestlylovely]

I respect YOU

[@Honestlylovely]

A man of God

[@lettstalkaboutit1579]

IN YOUR WILL!!!!!!!! TO THIS DAY IT IS ON MY PLAYLIST WHICH IS PERMEATED WITH QODESHI, MAN OF ELOHIM, MR. MARVIN SAPP!!! TO THIS DAY!!! I CAN FEEL MY SPIRIT SINGING THE HIGHEST PRAISE, WHEN LISTENING TO: IN YOUR WILL, YOU ARE ELOHIM ALONE, HE HAS HIS HANDS ON YOU, AND HERE I AM!!!!!!!!💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞

[@ninajemison8127]

Prayers up

[@melissaowens3002]

Great Interview!❤

[@NAzzTheHitMaker]

S/O BISHOP WILLIAM C. ABNEY. If your from Grand Rapids, MI You know….

[@DilorisSterling]

Good man

[@FireproofTv]

We Love You Malinda Sapp

[@mattdabassist6537]

Wow we have a very similar story!!!

[@mattdabassist6537]

growing up in a christian home but ran the streets, drugs etc... Of course I'm no Marvin Sapp but I'm a preacher and musician and overcame the streets. Love this a lot Vlad Tv!

[@joanncooper3521]

Speak the word

[@stylzgohardvip]

I ABSOLUTELY LUV MARVIN SAPP !! God bless him sOoo much !!!!!❤❤❤

[@stylzgohardvip]

HE IZ A INCREDIBLE MAN PERIODTTTTT AND JUST SO HAPPEN TO BE A MAN OF GOD !!!!!!!!!!

[@stylzgohardvip]

GOD BLESS THIS MAN AND THE TYPE OF WIFE HE HAD IN HIS LIFE !!! Yezzzzz sirrrrr ❤ R.I.P TO HIS GORGEOUS WIFE IN SPIRIT ASWELL !!!

[@Mooknu1992]

His brother used to cut my hair, on its last days(bald now 😂)-when I was in college @ TCU

[@dedramathews924]

I Believe ❤️

[@JesusChristlovesLamar]

Amen.

[@thataccentgamer]

He probably won't admit it, but Marvin Sapp is another pastor that has compromised. He literally said in the beginning of the interview that he won't say anything that will affect his money and lifestyle. At least he is being honest. Mr. Sapp, I pray you put God over your lifestyle for real. Money means nothing at all and your eternal life does. Amen.

[@brendadoucette-fields2114]

I'm a member of the THE CHOSEN VESSEL CATHEDRAL. I've known him for many many years and I can truthfully say that he hasn't compromised his integrity. He is a man of highest standards. Very down to Earth, he keeps it 100.

[@Rebecca57097ssss]

He also said 'money isn't everything' so if you listened to his sentiment he was saying there are many factors that help him stay away from scandals, he just mentioned those two. No one wether famous, preacher or not is ever invincible from a scandal, anybody can get it. We as believers are encouraged to pray for them. Our hearts should not be bent towards what sin the pastor's are in, God handles that.

[@brendadoucette-fields2114]

@@Rebecca57097ssss thank you

[@tatumwilliams7721]

@Rebecca.B.Drumming He did say that here. However, there is another video of Marvin Sapp's interview with HipHollywood, and his response about money is dangerously contrasting to his statement here and to the Word of God. This was 4 months ago. And it's not only about his response about money, but everything in that clip of what he said was wrong.

[@jeremiahgrant0227]

You are completely out of context with what he has said and I invite you to relisten to what he actually. I really love things that are in proper context and your statement is not with in the context that he was speaking about. Your completely off.

[@Ms_Pearl]

I so love Ps Marvin and he is a seasoned worship leader and pastor, I am however disappointed at the responses when it come to homosexuality. As a person of faith and a minister the Bible teaches clearly that homosexuality is a sin. We need leaders in ministry to start proclaiming what the word says, theology that evolves Ps Marvin distorts what Christ stands for.

[@BNA_Est.1988]

I TOOK THA WOOOOOKKKKK TO JESUS!!!!

[@Rashaadthegr8]

Fred Hammond said that Boys 2 men and he use to borrow from each other all the time.

[@joanncooper3521]

The word of God says it is a sin just like sex outside of marriage man and woman. God established. The word always. No matter what we feel and think. For believers. The world will change but the word of God remains the same,

[@susanwoodsnonprofitsolutio7216]

Who is the interviewer?

[@jaytm365]

Shawn Prez

[@Noname-tt5sj]

I'm so glad he did not stay for the P Diddy party 😊

[@moorrie2832]

smh I have really lost all respect. this industry is indeed dangerous. Enter - (come in) tainment - Denoting material created in part to entertain, while also serving another purpose, all for MONEY.

[@olowasegun6829]

We laugh but the mother is not supposed to be a disciplinarian the father is fathers have to get back in their children’s lives

[@mygirlcrushonlinesolaugh]

COLLAB WITH KIERRA SHEARD 😁🤍

[@QueXopa79]

I had no idea he was GR … I worked in GR for a few months and I can tell you that place is a black hole..

[@QueXopa79]

I like himmmmmmmm

[@lulajones7039]

Yes he has one with R Kelly the song he wrote for him with him sing I think in background. And he have said he wrote a few of his sing. How we forget. God had this young man in his arms. And the storm he’s going through is for many reasons. Of one learn whose those are around him and their real reason for coming into his life. At end of the day we all have our cross to bare and carry. And this for all those that don’t think they how to answer to First Father for the blessings and love he given us and the way we play those bled out in our life. So that answer he given was not true. Title ( Marvin Sapp and R Kelly Listen ) Mr. Kelly the matter what the out may be. His father never left him through out his storm in life. His Father revealing a lot. But man being man see and hear and believe what they want are desire. Which do not matter. That’s why the Father say have faith in no man. And nothing rather it’s tangible or desires nothing before The father nor thy self , kids, know other God , materialistic items etc. before him. All will be a life struggle if we do not head to words and teaching of the first Father and greatful to the Son for following his Father Will of him. And that’s all I how to say. It’s amazing how people just fall off when you in trouble instead of given a words of strength and encouragement as I First Father will advise us to do. All else let him do the rest Just an opinion. Surprise you didn’t ask his thought on this man . As we surely No their pass did come to pass by The First Father for a purpose and a reason. Matter fact going go listen to this much touching gospel song

[@lulajones7039]

Because you never know place hearing this song and many can change lives or bring forth a change in a person’s. Need play a gospel song at the ending of every event. May not change mass of people but ; if one make person think or go towards a change they been working on or decided to do. You never no who need what or whom in time of disparity. You don’t no all thoughts 💭. Could be a wrong decision , take person life or to take what is not theirs( robbery, take a hit after a performance, or someone woman or man etc. ) I think every event prayer and uplifting gospel song 🎵 etc. just a thought

[@QueXopa79]

The music industry is like winning the lottery… every trying to make it but only a few gets chosen. Find another occupation… we need more BLACK doctors

[@louisianacookingwithkay]

5:11 "I'VE NEVER SUNG ANYTHING WITH GOD'S MUSIC MY WHOLE ENTIRE LIFE" OR DID HE SAY GOSPEL MUSIC 🧐🤔

[@TheHuztlazgreed]

Faizon Love could play Marvin Sapp in the biopic.

[@dette3000]

Nope not him 😬

[@jamescamp137]

How?

[@tianarenee3147]

😂😂😂 naw

[@mansa1325]

I'm from Grand Rapids, MI and nobody black was doing pills or syrup in the mid-eighties. Dued is capping!

[@jerchellsanders3856]

Im from Grand Rapids too and I promise you they were. No glorification but my Dad sold both amongst other things

[@calsums914]

It's been around forever. They used have the strong syrup available plentiful

[@Honestlylovely]

Vindictive

[@MissesJones]

What does her being light skin have to do with anything ?

[@mr.luckey1755]

50 years singing for God. Dabbled recently. Commitment broken. No sorrow? Maybe he sorrowed u to repentance.

[@TruthJuicepodcast]

I’m not buying it dude 🙏🏽i only pray for mercy on your soul

[@AsterLB]

Mason confired

[@stylzgohardvip]

COLLAB WITH ANTHONY HAMILTON ❤❤❤

[@FireproofTv]

Bishop

[@_byefat]

How do you start the interview saying you've only done gospel and made a commitment at 10 to not crossing over and mid-interview you are talking about your work and samplings with DJ Khaled and Wayne. The math ain't mathing🤷🏾‍♀️

[@alandrieacoleman1779]

You need to go back and listen because the interviewer started mentioning the other genre artists that has sampled his songs/music tracks however Marvin vin Sapp has never sung any other genre but gospel.

[@Mskiki1942]

Where vlad at?

[@perrymcnee7365]

vlad don't know anything about black gospel

[@Anitra16jc]

Like the interview but Marvin Sapp is clearly trying to answer the question about homosexuality without causing any offense. The Bible says the saints will judge the world in 1 Corinthians 6:2. As you continue to read it down to verse 14 it says do not be deceived and it gives a list of the type of people that won't go to heaven; homosexuality are in that list. Sorry Bishop Sapp God is clear.

[@siyabonga8687]

Wow please do free R-kelly r&b gospel collaboration album

[@hotcaramel3455]

Kelly Stewart: try looking at 1 Colossians 6: 9 - 11. The New King James Version. The New Testament. We live according to the Law of grace which is the New Testament. The Old Testament is for our learning. These scriptures deal with adultery, fornication, homosexuality, and sodomy, the four sexual sins, and it covers some other sins. God declares that those who practice these sins, and all of the other sins besides them will not enter the Kingdom of Christ, and God! We as Christians must call out all sins! If people ask me if a certain thing there doing is wrong, I like to take them to the Bible so that they can see what God says so they can read it for themselves! I am going to hold myself up in sin! If I am doing something that God deems as sin: I am wrong! People do have a hard time telling the truth about what the Bible declares about homosexuality being a sin! I guess they are afraid of being cancelled! We are supposed to correct each other out of love according to God's Word! These are the last days and the things which the Bible speaks of are happening! The masses are going to awaken when they lift their eyes 👀 up in hell! It's so sad because God gave his only begotten Son so that none of us would have to go to hell!

[@THEREALGRIMREAPER1]

“Doing lean”? C’mon vlad🤦🏽

[@Juicedude502]

He did talk about syrup doe so it’s not 🧢

[@mattonkeyz341]

I am not gonna watch this whole joint - BUT - I REALLY HOPE YOU asked Marvin Sapp about TELEKA CASSANDRA PATRICK. I hope you did your research. HER NAME WILL NEVER DIE.

[@timothymccullough4225]

I'm pretty sure that's why he got this interview but yet I heard them speak nothing of her name or situation

[@calsums914]

It's seems like she had a mental problem and was not treated for. I'm sorry for her family loss. She sent him pages on Instagram and didn't respond. Her ex husband says the same

[@bossamerica86]

Who was she???