[3] mahalia has released several eps and three albums, diary of me (2016), love and compromise (2019) and irl (2023). Mahalia jackson (born october 26, 1911, new orleans, louisiana, u.s.—died january 27, 1972, evergreen park, near chicago, illinois) was an american gospel music singer, known as the “queen of gospel song.” Explore the life of mahalia jackson, the legendary gospel singer known for her powerful voice and impact on music and civil rights. In 1947, she released the single, “move on up a little higher” which became an international hit, selling eight million copies and launching her as a gospel artist Mahalia was so uncompromising in her faith that she refused to sing in nightclubs or in any venue she deemed unsuitable for the message she bore. Luvergirl out now 💋 @mahaliapresents
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