Born: November 9, 1959

Styles: Black Gospel, Contemporary Gospel, Ur… Read Full Bio ↴Born: November 9, 1959

Styles: Black Gospel, Contemporary Gospel, Urban

Biography:
Donnie McClurkin is a gospel vocalist with the soul of Andraé Crouch and the contemporary flair of Kirk Franklin. Born into a home filled with domestic violence and drug abuse, McClurkin was saved by an aunt who sang background vocals with Crouch himself. After staying close to Crouch throughout his boyhood, he began to play piano and sing with his church youth choir. He formed the McClurkin Singers by the time he was a teenager, and later formed another group, the New York Restoration Choir.

Hired as an associate minister at Marvin Winans' Perfecting Church in 1989, with his vocals during a seminar, McClurkin endured a bout with leukemia that year. A friendship with a Warner Alliance executive resulted in his signing to the label for his 1996 self-titled LP, with producers Mark Kibble (of Take 6), Cedric and Victor Maxwell plus Andraé Crouch. ~ John Bush, All Music Guide
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Donnie McClurkin is a Gospel superstar whose voice is recognized around the world. His voice has already transcended the Sunday morning pulpit to the top of record charts where his music has remained steadfast while reaching gold and platinum status.

While on an airplane, God gave him the words for the song “Stand,” and, he says, in 20 minutes the words flowed inside his head. “How do you deal with the shame of your past…you stand,” he continues repeating the words.

McClurkin has been able to overcome and excel to the point that fans, celebrities and a cross section of music lovers recognize his talent as “special.”

In 1983, while working with the choir, McClurkin met the Reverend Marvin L. Winans. Impressed by McClurkin’s performance a gospel workshop seminar, Winans invited McClurkin to Detroit to help start a ministry. Six years later, in 1989, McClurkin moved to Detroit, became an associate minister at Perfecting Church and began touring and singing at different churches across the country.

At age 31, Donnie was diagnosed with leukemia. But at 36, with church, music and an unyielding faith, Reverend McClurkin hit gold with his debut album and changed his life.

McClurkin is head pastor at Perfecting Faith Church, a nondenominational Pentecostal church in Freeport, New York with a 1,000-plus congregation. He is home for the services every Sunday unless traveling overseas.

This Grammy award winning artist may sing for presidents, but he’s known for “being real.” And whether in his local church pulpit or on a stage before thousands, he preaches a forthright, often-provocative message about his troubled past, and his faith in God. Music, he says, is his sermon.

I Will Sing
Donnie McClurkin Lyrics

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Verse 1:
I will sing
I will sing
I will sing
I will sing
Of His goodness
And His kindness
And His mercy

I will sing (Repeat)

Chorus:
Holy,holy
Glory to the Lamb
Singing Praises to the awesome God
Ever I will sing

Verse 2:
Let us sing
Let us sing
Let us sing
Let us sing
Of His goodness
And His kindness
And His mercy
Let us sing

Chorus:
Holy,holy
Glory to the Lamb
Singing Praises to the awesome God
Ever I will sing

Verse 3:
We will sing
We will sing
We will sing
We will sing
Of His goodness
And His kindness
And His mercy
We will sing

Chorus:
Holy,holy
Glory to the Lamb
Singing Praises to the awesome God
Ever I will sing

Vamp:
Sing His praises in the morning
Brand new mercy every dawning

Melody, harmony
I will sing (Repeat till fade)

Overall Meaning

The song "I Will Sing" by Donnie McClurkin is a powerful declaration of the singer's faith and devotion to God. The repetition of the phrase "I will sing" in each verse emphasizes the singer's commitment to glorify God through music. The lyrics also mention God's goodness, kindness, and mercy, highlighting His attributes that inspire worship and praise.

The chorus further proclaims the majesty of God, calling Him "holy" and the "awesome God." The use of the word "glory" acknowledges God as the source of all glory and the giver of blessings. Lastly, the vamp encourages the singer and listeners to continue to sing praises to God every day, as a way of expressing gratitude for His eternal love and grace.

This song serves as a reminder that singing can be a form of worship, and that using our voice to praise God allows us to connect with Him more deeply. It encourages believers to give thanks for God's blessings in their lives and to show their appreciation through music.

Line by Line Meaning

I will sing
I will express my love and gratitude towards God through song

I will sing
I will continuously praise God through song

I will sing
I will use my voice to declare God's goodness and faithfulness

I will sing
I will not be afraid to worship God through song

Of His goodness
I will praise God for His kindness and generosity

And His kindness
I will celebrate God's love and compassion towards me

And His mercy
I will acknowledge and appreciate God's forgiveness and grace in my life

I will sing (Repeat)
I will continue to express my love for God through song

Holy, holy
I recognize God's holiness and perfection

Glory to the Lamb
I give honor and praise to Jesus, who sacrificed Himself for us

Singing praises to the awesome God
I lift up songs of adoration and thanksgiving to God who is great beyond measure