As legendary as she is and as powerful as her music has become, Shirley Caesar remains humble and candid about her journey.
Appearing on Good Day LA this month, the "No Charge" and "He's Working It Out For You" singer spoke about her voice, the anointing, preaching and singing and even admitted that she learned how to "yodel" and piece words together quickly from Sam Cooke and other soulful singers.
"My voice has always been bigger than me," Caesar told Good Day LA. "Singing and preaching goes together like ham and eggs."
In addition to speaking about her album, Shirley Caesar just happened to be in the studio when "American Idol" top 10 performer Curtis Finch Jr. was there. Having an amazing opportunity to meet her and discuss her impact on Gospel music and his life, Finch sat down with Shirley Caesar on-air…
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Shirley Caesar, the Grammy Award-winning Gospel music artist, has been anointed for her incredible musical talent. She recently sat down with ‘American Idol’ finalist Curtis Finch Jr. to discuss her new album and more. The conversation was inspiring as they discussed faith, family and their shared passion for gospel music.
Caesar is one of the most acclaimed gospel singers in history. Not only does she have 11 Grammy Awards under her belt, but also nine Dove awards and seven Stellar Awards. Her latest album “Fill This House” contains a collection of traditional spirituals that are certain to touch the hearts of many.
The two spoke passionately about how important it is to stay connected to God through prayer even when life gets tough. They both agreed that having faith can change our outlook on life and help us become better people overall. It’s clear this conversation brought out the best in these two talented artists, making it well worth your time!
Biography Of Shirley Caesar
Shirley Caesar is an iconic Gospel singer, songwriter and pastor whose career has spanned over six decades. Known as the “First Lady of Gospel Music”, Shirley’s powerful music has resonated with generations since her debut in 1964. Her passion for worship and bringing people closer to God have made her a beloved figure around the world.
Throughout her long-standing career, Shirley has been honored with numerous awards including 11 Grammys, 16 Doves, 7 Stellar Awards and many more accolades. She has also released several chart-topping albums that feature some of the most popular gospel songs ever recorded. In addition to her musical accomplishments, she is also known for being a strong advocate for justice and social change.
Today, Shirley continues to spread her message of hope through concerts, sermons and other public events. Recently, she had the chance to meet up with American Idol alum Curtis Finch Jr., where they discussed topics such as anointing, faith and service to others. Now at age 80 , Shirley shows no signs of slowing down as she prepares to release yet another album later this year – proving that there’s still much work left for her to do!
Interview Highlights
Shirley and Curtis had the opportunity to chat about her life’s journey, anointing, faith and service. Shirley opened up about how she has always been passionate about spreading God’s message through music. She shared that growing up in a large family with limited resources taught her to be resourceful; something that would later serve as a cornerstone of her success. As she explains it: “You have to learn how to get by on what you got…and make the best out of whatever situation you’re faced with.”
The two also discussed the importance of having anointed people around us who can help guide us throughout our lives. As Shirley puts it: “When we need direction, when we don’t know which way to turn – that’s where prayer comes in. You must find someone who is anointed to lead you in times like those. It may not be easy but it will bring peace and clarity if done right.” This advice resonated deeply with Curtis – so much so that he was moved to tears at one point during their conversation!
Staying true to form, Shirley is now preparing for yet another album release this year. She talked passionately about wanting everyone who hears her music to feel inspired and empowered no matter what stage they are in life or what challenges they face. Her ultimate goal is still the same after all these years – use music as a tool for bringing people closer together and closer to God.
Conclusion
I had the pleasure of speaking with Shirley Caesar, a gospel music legend. She discussed her new album and latest single “Anointing” as well as meeting American Idol contestant Curtis Finch Jr. We were both inspired by their conversation on faith and perseverance.
Shirley is an iconic figure in the Gospel industry who continues to inspire generations. Her wisdom shines through her passion for spreading God’s word through song and she truly has touched many lives with her music over the years. I am grateful for having the opportunity to speak with such an inspiring woman; it was a humbling experience that will stay with me for life.
As we wrapped up our chat, there was one final thing I asked Shirley: “What would you like your legacy to be?” Without hesitation, she said, “My prayer is that when people look back at my time here on earth they remember me as someone who kept encouraging others to keep going no matter what.” As she spoke these words, I couldn’t help but feel uplifted and blessed just from being in the presence of this amazing woman. Shirley Caesar is living proof that anything is possible if you trust in God’s plans for your life!
