"Steal Away to Jesus" was their first recording in 1960, with their first album debuting in 1961 on Peacock Records. Among their biggest hits were Time, and Mighty Cloud of Joy, and Ride the Mighty High. In the process, they broke down barrier after barrier that had limited what faith-filled music could be. Long time member Joe Ligon commented, "Michael Cook was a dedicated member of The Mighty Clouds of Joy for 24 years before his untimely passing on July 18th. And we got stoned for it, Ligon told The Associated Press in a 1993 interview. 1956): Soul singer, music festival favorite. Find tour dates and live music events for all your favorite bands and artists in your city! Even though the server responded OK, it is possible the submission was not processed. Kirk started his musical career playing with George Morrison's band, but . Red Simpson (b. Julius Cheeks, a Los Angeles singer known for his baritone voice and onstage antics. Rob Wasserman (b. Copyright 2022 Gospel Music Association. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, A floral arrangement in memory of gospel singer Joe Ligon during his funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Leonard Cohen (b. Over the years, however, he took that style to a new level. The group was formed in 1960 in Los Angeles and currently features two of the founding members, Joe Ligon & Richard Wallace. He was 80. Among Mighty Clouds of Joys most popular songs: Time, which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and Mighty High, a 1975 disco hit. 2023 Defender Network 12401 South Post Oak, Houston, Texas 77045 713-663-6996. Ligons death also was confirmed by his former booking agent Ricky DeRae. All rights reserved. They were influenced by R&B groups such as The Temptations, as well as the Rev. "Joe was telling the poorest people there is a brighter side somewhere where the wicked will cease from troubling and all will be at rest.". NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. CelebrityAccess Staff Writers. Billy Paul (b. 1954): Funky keyboardist played in Parliament and Funkadelic and on several Talking Heads albums. Wayne Jackson (b. Copyright 2022 CelebrityAccess. Dave Swarbrick (b. Joe Ligon R.I.P.The Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1961 and started out in a tradition-based style. Played with Elvis Presley, Neil Diamond and more. The original members were Walter Ligon, Johnny Martin, Richard Wallace and Elmer Franklin. "Gospel singers don't retire, you know, they just die doing what they do," he said. Among Mighty Clouds of Joy's most popular songs: "Time," which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and "Mighty High," a 1975 disco hit. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. The group has won three Grammy Awards, several Stellar Awards, Hall of Fame Inductions, Lifetime Achievement Awards, with more nominations and top selling hit albums along the way. With a singing style derived from Southern Baptist churches, Ligon would shout, scream and jump into the crowds, which he called cuttin the fool, and would deliver sermons in between songs. And we got stoned for it," Ligon told The Associated Press in a 1993 interview. The same group recorded as both The Cadets on Modern and The Jacks on the subsidiary RPM label. All Rights Reserved. 1941): Texas songwriting legend, author of "Desperadoes Waiting for a Train.". The Mighty Clouds of Joy perform on Jubilee Showcase in 1968.For a limited time get the JUBILEE SHOWCASE DVD - 20% ($4) off! Get concert tickets, news and more! Jesse Jackson during the recessional for gospel singer Joe Ligon during Ligon's funeral at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Joy Bogonko talks debut EP, shares best advice shes ever gotten, Donald Lawrence to be inducted into NC Music Hall of Fame. Ligon told the AP that at the age of 56 he could hit every note that he could at the age of 18. 1927): Member of the Stanley Brothers, bluegrass pioneer, "O Brother, Where Art Thou?" 1959): Singer for '80s hitmakers Dead or Alive. We REPRESENT, ENGAGE, AMPLIFY and DELIVER news and information to the Black audience in the Greater Houston area. Last edited on 12 December 2022, at 01:16, "Kendrick Lamar Wins Pulitzer in 'Big Moment for Hip-Hop', https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Ted_Taylor_(singer)&oldid=1126937271, "Somethin' Strange Is Goin' On In My House", This page was last edited on 12 December 2022, at 01:16. But the Mighty Clouds took their expansive sound to chart on the Pop, Soul and Disco charts. Music video by The Mighty Clouds Of Joy performing If Jesus Can't Fix It. of The Stereotypes, Extreme
He was 46. They become the first gospel act to ever appear on Soul Train, which earned them criticism among traditional gospel music fans. The Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1955 in Los Angeles, California. Ligon, 80, died Dec. 11, and . The Mighty Clouds of Joy perform on Jubilee Showcase in 1968.For a limited time get the JUBILEE SHOWCASE DVD - 20% ($4) off! [3][4], Taylor died in a car crash in Lake Charles, Louisiana in 1987, aged 53.[1][8]. It featured everyone from the youngest church performers to the most famous gospel recording artists of the time including: James Cleveland; Grammy Award winner Albertina Walker \u0026 the Caravans; Andrae Crouch \u0026 The Disciples; the Mighty Clouds of Joy; the Soul Stirrers; the Staple Singers and the Barrett Sisters - all gospel music pioneers. Oh Mary, Dont You Weep Why Am I Treated So Bad? The Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1959 in Los Angeles, CA as a traditional-based style group. Otis Clay (b. Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel music quartet. Best regards, Pastor Isaac Lindsey Manager Joe Ligon & The Mighty Clouds of Joy. [1] He became a member of the Mighty Clouds of Joy gospel group, before joining the Santa Monica Soul Seekers as a tenor singer. Under Ligons leadership, The Mighty Clouds took Gospel music to a new level of popularity and accessibility, incorporating R&B musical influences and delivering a more contemporary style that allowed the group to reach incredible heights of popularity, while also spreading the Word. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. The Mighty Clouds of Joy Power. The original members of the band include Johnny Martin, Elmo and Ermant Franklin, Leon Polk and Richard Wallace. [5] His final chart hit: "Steal Away", was issued on the Alarm label of Shreveport, Louisiana in 1976. 1950): Balladeer, best-selling Mexican artist of all time. Denise Matthews aka Vanity (b. 1942): Houston native, R&B, funk and soul singer. 1. Among Mighty Clouds of Joys most popular songs: Time, which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and Mighty High, a 1975 disco hit. We cannot do it alone. - Tom Gold (Worldwide), The McCrary Sisters
Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Rev. Ligon's death also was confirmed by his former booking agent Ricky DeRae. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic front man of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. 1941): Trumpeter in the Mar-Keys, the storied horn section at Stax Records that backed Otis Redding and others. Gospel singers dont retire, you know, they just die doing what they do, he said. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate. They won back-to-back Grammy Awards in 1978 and 1979 for best soul gospel performance, traditional, and again in 1991 for best traditional soul gospel album. Leon Russell (b. Take it Down: teen tool to remove negative posts, Houston Reads Day sheds light on literacy crisis, Proudly powered by Newspack by Automattic. Michael Cook, member of the legendary Gospel group The Mighty Clouds of Joy, died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. 1959): Prince protege and pop singer in Vanity 6. 1934): Country musician who found fame singing truck driving songs like "I'm a Truck" and "Truck Drivin' Man.". Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Pastor John R. Adolph of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church hugs a mourner after the funeral for gospel singer Joe Ligon on Wednesday. He is survived by his wife Valerie and . Carlos Walker aka Shawty Lo (1976): Atlanta rapper. The founding members were Willie Joe Ligon (October 11, 1936), Johnny Martin (February 2, 1941), Bass Guitarist . But Ligon, pronounced Luh-GON, chose to sing for his God and formed the Mighty Clouds of Joy, pursuing a career in singing praise for anyone who'd listen, which resulted in three Grammy Awards and a White House concert when Jimmy Carter was president. Dawn. Joe was a loving Husband, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Cousin, Uncle, Mentor, and Friend to so many who loved him dearly. Learn More{{/message}}, {{#message}}{{{message}}}{{/message}}{{^message}}It appears your submission was successful. Most notably, Taylor's song "Be Ever Wonderful" was sampled by Ludacris in "Splash Waterfalls" from his 2003, fourth studio album, Chicken-n-Beer. The original members of the band include Johnny Martin, Elmo and Ermant Franklin, Leon Polk and Richard Wallace. All Rights Reserved. 1940): Avant garde artist best known for his musical work in minimalism with the Dream Syndicate, which nurtured a young John Cale from the Velvet Underground. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. (USA), CelebrityAccess provides unparalleled, detailed information on over 50,000 Entertainers, Speakers, Celebrities, and their representatives, as well as, hundreds of thousands of records for venues, agents and managers, ADVERTISE WITH US ENTERTAINMENT MARKETING PRIVACY POLICY TERMS OF USE ABOUT. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy), Sing Songs Of Rev. The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). His manager, Isaac Lindsey, said Monday that Ligon died on Sunday . (December 11, 2016) We are sad to inform SoulTrackers of the death, at age 80, of legendary Gospel great, Joe Ligon, founder and lead singer of The Mighty Clouds of Joy.Under Ligon's leadership, The Mighty Clouds took Gospel music to a new level of popularity and accessibility, incorporating R&B musical influences and delivering a more contemporary style that allowed the group to reach . 23 talking about this. He was 46. Ligon told the AP that at the age of 56 he could hit every note that he could at the age of 18. We were one of the first groups to do contemporary gospel. He was 46. Their crossover success brought them additional recognition, and they opened for the Rolling Stones, Paul Simon and Aretha Franklin. Julius Cheeks, a Los Angeles singer known for his baritone voice and onstage antics. Additional information about the final arrangements will be released to the General Public pending Mr. Ligons Familys approval. 1931): Elvis sideman, electric guitar innovator. Steve Young (b. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. - Lori Peters (USA), Anderson .Paak
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. Eddie Harsch (b. The founder and lead vocalist of the Mighty Clouds of Joy, Joe Ligon (born Willie Joe Ligon) helped bring gospel music up to modern standards.Under Ligon's leadership, the Mighty Clouds of Joy changed the standard gospel lineup from a vocal quartet backed by a sole electric guitar to a full-fledged, R&B-influenced group complete with bass, drums, and keyboards. The Mighty Clouds Of Joy. Jackson framed current conditions within the song "I've in the Storm Too Long" and railed against voter laws that he said try to suppress, shrinking access to health care and the appointment of Jeff Sessions, who Jackson claims was an ally to segregationist George Wallace, to lead the Justice Department in the next administration. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Peggy Ligon arrives for the funeral for her husband, the late gospel singer Joe Ligon, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. And, whatever the style, the songs were made that much better by Joe Ligon's incredibly powerful lead vocals. Curly Putman (b. They were influenced by R&B groups like The . Many in the gospel tradition, like Cooke's Soul Stirrers, Lou Rawls and the Pilgrim Travelers, Pop Staples and Mavis Staples and the Staples Singers and the Rev. (December 11, 2016) We are sad to inform SoulTrackers of the death, at age 80, of legendary Gospel great, Joe Ligon, founder and lead singer of The Mighty Clouds of Joy. When Mike joined the group, he fit our vocal style like a glove. Sharon Jones (b. The original members of the band include Johnny Martin, Elmo and Ermant . 3x Grammy Award-Winning gospel group ft. Ron Staples, Johnny Valentine, Dale Staples, Tim Woodson & Derrick Staples -. of Neon Union (with Warner Chappell Music), Jeremy Reeves
Thank you! Out of this cultural lineage came Joe Ligon and the Mighty Clouds of Joy." The original members of the band include . 1952): Virtuoso bassist had long associations with Lou Reed and Bob Weir among dozens of other credits, in addition to a successful solo career. NASHVILLE, Tenn., (CelebrityAccess MediaWire) Michael Cook, a member of the legendary Gospel group the Mighty Clouds of Joy for more than 20 years died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. Steal Away to Jesus was their first recording in 1960, with their first album debuting in 1961 on Peacock Records. [3] He remained on the label for seven years, and had several further R&B chart hits including "It's Too Late" (1969), "Something Strange is Going On in My House" (1970), and "How's Your Love Life Baby" (1971). of The Stereotypes, Jonathan Yip
He was 80. Taylor's music has been sampled throughout hip-hop. Paul Kantner (b. Taylor's song "I Can't Fake It Anymore" from his 1978 album, Keeping My Head Above Water, was sampled by the hip-hop duo Dead Prez in their song "The Hood" (sometimes referred to as "For the Hood")[12] from an advance version of their 2004, second studio album, RBG: Revolutionary but Gangsta. - Beckie Sugden, Mick Jenkins
Richard Wallace. He was a people person. They were influenced by R&B groups like The Temptations, as well as the Rev. Therefore, at the time of his death, gospel singer Joe Ligon had an estimated net worth of $3 million. 1941): Funk and R&B great and founder of Earth Wind & Fire. Members can instantly access 500k+ Dates of Live Bands on Tour, Artist Avails, News Archives, and UNLIMITED Box Office without worrying about Pay-More Restrictions! Among Mighty Clouds of Joy's most popular . He was my vocal backbone in the group. SoulTracks is a registered trademark of SoulTracks, LLC. Paul Bley (b. - Lyndie Wenner & Marcee Rondan, Blusher
[3], He was influenced by such singers as Little Willie John, Clyde McPhatter and Jackie Wilson. Out of this cultural lineage came Joe Ligon and the Mighty Clouds of Joy.". Leon Heywood (b. Ligon married Peggy Reece in 1968. He was 46. His manager, Isaac Lindsey, said Monday that Ligon died on Sunday in Georgia. Career. Paralyzed local mother needs help buying vehicle, Video: Violinist performs mid-flight on Texas-bound plane, Port Arthur celebrating its 125th anniversary, Muralists join Beaumont students for day of creative learning, Del Papa Distributing Company gifts $50,000 to the food bank, Film about local blacksmith has been streamed in 100 countries, Beaumont man accused of robbing 7-Eleven, Family Dollar, Cinemark hosting its annual Oscar Movie Week festival, Kissing device allows you to smooch at a distance, New principal named for local Catholic school, Tuesday Morning hosting sale before closing store, Beaumont United dominates Katy Jordan, returns to regional final, Beaumont United football star Weston Davis contributing on the basketball court, 7 questions with owners of Longhorn Liquor, Silsbee handles Houston Furr to secure spot in 4A regional final, Help has been enlisted in 2021 missing persons case search warrant, Battleship Texas no longer considering Beaumont, Check out the Beaumont Restaurant Week's specials here, Proposed Texas bill gives tax cuts to heterosexual families only. With a singing style derived from Southern Baptist churches, Ligon would shout, scream and jump into the crowds, which he called "cuttin' the fool," and would deliver sermons in between songs. Thank you for subscribing to our newsletter. They played for President Jimmy Carter and toured extensively overseas. We were one of the first groups to do contemporary gospel. )Click this link to order on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3YuSwaNThis DVD is a rare collector's item, and there is a very limited supply.Produced and hosted by Sid Ordower, Jubilee Showcase aired on ABC's Chicago affiliate television station, WLS Channel 7, from 1963 to 1984, and won an Emmy Award for a Pioneering Project in television. NASHVILLE, Tenn., (CelebrityAccess MediaWire) Michael Cook, a member of the legendary Gospel group the Mighty Clouds of Joy for more than 20 years died Friday morning July 18th as a result of a massive coronary. [4][5] Although he had several regional hits, and released an album, Ted Taylor Sings, on Warwick in 1963, he did not achieve national commercial success until his 1965 recording on Okeh Records of "Stay Away From My Baby" reached number 14 on the Billboard R&B chart and number 99 on the pop chart, his only national pop chart entry. In 1955, the Soul Seekers approached Maxwell Davis at Modern Records for a recording deal, and he persuaded them to concentrate on secular R&B music. The Mighty Clouds of Joy are three time Grammy award winners and they are members of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Libra Nicole Boyd, PhD is a musician, award-winning author, gospel music aficionado, and the founder and editor of Gospel Music Fever. [1] At Duke, he made the first recording of the ballad "Be Ever Wonderful" in 1959. The Mighty Clouds of Joy Are Forever Lived, 50+ Years Later. December 12, 2016, 5:21 PM. They won back-to-back Grammy Awards in 1978 and 1979 for best soul gospel performance, traditional, and again in 1991 for best traditional soul gospel album. God called him home at Christmas time.". Jackson, leader of the Rainbow-Push Coalition, noted that Ligon graduated from a Los Angeles high school in 1955, the same year that brought Rosa Parks and the Rev. - Cils Williams, Coco Montoya
The Mighty Clouds Of Joy Power. Ligon died Sunday in Georgia, his manager, Isaac Lindsey, said. Songs. Our pledge is to elevate solutions, share successes, and amplify the experiences of Black people. - Josh Brinkman (USA, Canada &Mexico) co-booked with Wasserman Music, Courtney Marie Andrews
Their . Eventually they added soul, R&B, and rock flourishes into their musical mix (one of their early hits was produced by Gamble and Huff) without diluting the essential religious essence of their material. Starting out in a tradition-based style, eventually elements of soul, R&B, and rock were added into their musical mix. By signing up, you agree to our Terms and Conditions. Singer Joe Ligon, the dynamic frontman of the Grammy-winning gospel group Mighty Clouds of Joy, has died. Ligon, 80, died Dec. 11, and the Troy, Alabama, native, who grew up in Los Angeles, went to his "homegoing" Wednesday at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church with burial at Magnolia Cemetery. He was 80. Houston's Leading Black News & Information Source. 1975): Right, country singer-songwriter in husband/wife duo Joey + Rory. 1942): Southern soul great had a hit with the Sir Douglas Quintet's "She's About a Mover.". The money will be used for the welfare of Cook's children. Michael had been a member for over two decades. Mighty Clouds of Joy was formed in 1954 and started out in a tradition-based style. Taylor was born in Okmulgee, Oklahoma, and moved to California in 1952. Ligon was born in Troy, Alabama, but moved to Los Angeles and started the gospel quartet in the 1950s. We cant do this alone - help support Black media in Houston. Nearer My God To Thee. By Bob Marovich. Ligon was born . They played for President Jimmy Carter and toured extensively overseas. They become the first gospel act to ever appear on Soul Train,which earned them criticism among traditional gospel music fans. Dan Wallach is a reporter with the Beaumont Enterprise. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Gospel singer Luther Barnes, left, arrives for the funeral of gospel singer Joe Ligon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Mourners leave the funeral for gospel singer Joe Ligon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Ted Taylor. contributor. Please, check your inbox! He and his brother Lee O'Daniel migrated west to Los Angeles and, in 1956, joined the Stars of Bethel . Attrell CordesakaPrince Be (b. The quartet formed in the mid-1950s as a hard-shouting quartet in keeping with the style of the times, and through the intercession of RnB artist turned gospel DJ Brother Henderson, came to the attention of Peacock Records. They were influenced by R&B groups such as The Temptations, as well as the Rev. Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Woodrow Reece leads his sister, Peggy Ligon, into the funeral for her husband, the late gospel singer Joe Ligon, at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. Joey Feek (b. and Taylor Made on Ronn. He was born in Newport, Kentucky, United States. Martin Luther King Jr. to prominence as the effort to secure civil rights burst forward. We kindly ask everyone to please respect the familys privacy during this time of bereavement. He was 80. - Marcee Rondan, The Spinners
As much as Richard cherished his privacy, he always appreciated the expressions of goodwill from people around the world and from all walks of life. Kirk grew up in Denver, Colorado, where he was tutored by Wilberforce Whiteman, Paul Whiteman's father. Joe Ligon. The official statement reads: We are heartbroken to share the news that the world's greatest gospel bass guitarist and baritone singer, Brother Richard Wallace of the three-time Grammy Award-winning group The Mighty Clouds of Joy of Los Angeles, California, passed away today, Monday, July 27, 2020, at the UT Health Center in Tyler, Texas . The Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel quartet formed in 1961 and based in Los Angeles, California, USA. An account was already registered with this email. Defender Juneteenth Faith Leaders Breakfast, Gospel singer Troy Sneed, 52, dies from the coronavirus, Adams to be inducted in Gospel Music Hall of Fame, Tony-winning gospel singer Linda Hopkins dies at 92, Texas is among Americas least educated states, Community rallies to stop TEA takeover of HISD, Trans people face horrifying rhetoric at statehouses, Apply now: Physics, astronomy scholarships for Black undergrads. James Cleveland, who became known as the "King of Gospel Music." Chips Moman (b. @rustychalfont Based in Los Angeles, California, the original group members include Joe Ligon (d. 2016), Johnny Martin (d. 1987), Ermant Franklin Jr., Artis . Gato Barbieri (b. He also issued several albums, including You Can Dig It! Among Mighty Clouds of Joy's most popular songs: "Time," which crossed over to the R&B charts in 1974, and "Mighty High," a 1975 disco hit. The Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel quartet formed in 1961 and based in Los Angeles, California, USA. Please contact the developer of this form processor to improve this message. Dont miss out! Photo taken Wednesday 12/28/16 Ryan Pelham/The Enterprise, Mourners arrive for the funeral for gospel singer Joe Ligon at Antioch Missionary Baptist Church in Beaumont on Wednesday. 1957): Far left, keyboardist Black Crowes. This story has been corrected to show that Ricky DeRae was a former booking agent for Ligon. Show all members. )Cli. 1937): Producer and songwriter who worked with Elvis Presley, Aretha Franklin and scores of others. C.L. He was 80. They become the first gospel act to ever appear on "Soul Train," which earned them criticism among traditional gospel music fans. Mighty Clouds of Joy is an American traditional gospel music quartet. "We were one of the first groups to do contemporary gospel. The Mighty Clouds of Joy are three time Grammy award winners and they are members of the Gospel Music Hall of Fame. Dan Hicks (b. Jones.". Our mission is to expose, promote and celebrate the Gospel through music. Co-wrote "Luckenbach, Texas," "Do Right Woman," "Dark End of the Street" and others. "We were one of the first groups to do contemporary gospel. Bernie Worrell (b. - Beckie Sugden, Mac Ayres
Cards and memorials may be sent to Mrs. Elizabeth Wallace, 2209 Woodlands Drive, Tyler, TX 75703. Pray On My Child Jesus In Me Searching Shadrack Where Could I Go But To The Lord My Lord is Writing All The Time Must Jesus Bear The Cross Alone Wish I Had Answered Gambling Man Help Me Jesus Looking Back Where Could I Go But To The Lord Close To Thee Draw Me Closer, Lord Lord, Dont Move The Mountain Resting Easy Oh, What a Meeting Toiling Peter Dont Be Afraid Just Like He Said He Would Take Me Back To God Be The Glory Jesus is the Answer You Can Depend on Me, Jesus Thank You, Lord It Wont Be Long I Dont Know Why Wait On Jesus He's Wonderful Theres No Time Like Now Tell It Like It Is Things I Used to Do These Old Heavy Burdens I Know What Prayer Can Do.