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23-07-2025
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Marvin Winans' ‘Forgiveness,' From Justin Bieber's ‘SWAG,' Debuts at No. 1 on Hot Gospel Songs Chart
Marvin Winans, of the legendary Winans family, launches at No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Gospel Songs chart (dated July 26) with 'Forgiveness.' The song is the last track on Justin Bieber's new LP, SWAG, which opens at No. 1 on the Top Streaming Albums chart, as well as Top R&B Albums, and No. 2 on the Billboard 200. (Of the set's 21 cuts, the other 20 are by Bieber, eight with co-billed guests.) SWAG starts with 163,000 equivalent album units earned in the United States July 11-17, according to Luminate. 'Forgiveness' (at a tidy 1:30 in run time) drew 3.8 million official U.S. streams in that span and concurrently tops Gospel Streaming Songs. More from Billboard Justin Bieber's New Album Is First of More to Come: Everything We Know Ciara Talks 'CiCi' Album & Why She Shouldn't Make Music With Russell Wilson ('Dad Is Crazy!') in Chat With 8-Year-Old Daughter Bad Bunny Gets Adam Sandler's Stamp of Approval as 'Funnier Than Me' in 'Late Night' Chat About 'Happy Gilmore 2' 'Forgiveness' was written as a worship song by Rick Founds. It was initially titled 'Let My People Go' and is from the Winans' LP by that name, which led Top Gospel Albums for a week in 1986. They've since added three more leaders on the chart, through 1999. 'Forgiveness' becomes Winans' second No. 1 on Hot Gospel Songs (which began in 2005), and his first as a lead act. He topped the list the first time as featured on Andrae Crouch's 'Amen,' for four frames starting in April 2012. As 'Forgiveness' enters Hot Christian Songs at No. 3, it becomes the Detroit native's first top 10, in his initial appearance on the chart. Winans is one of the founding members of the Winans, along with his brothers Carvin, Michael and Ronald. The group released its first album, Introducing the Winans, in 1981. The siblings are among 10 born to Delores and David, also known as 'Mom' and 'Pop' Winans. Best of Billboard Chart Rewind: In 1989, New Kids on the Block Were 'Hangin' Tough' at No. 1 Four Decades of 'Madonna': A Look Back at the Queen of Pop's Debut Album on the Charts Chart Rewind: In 1990, Madonna Was in 'Vogue' Atop the Hot 100 Solve the daily Crossword
Black America Web
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
CeCe Winans Brings Gospel Power to NPR's Tiny Desk for Black Music Month
Source: Terry Wyatt / Getty Gospel icon CeCe Winans brought the spirit to NPR's Tiny Desk stage with a moving medley of her most beloved songs, turning the intimate setting into a soul-stirring worship experience. The special performance was part of NPR's Black Music Month celebration, which honors groundbreaking albums that have left a lasting imprint on music and culture. Winans' 1995 album Alone in His Presence , celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, was a defining moment in gospel music and continues to resonate across generations. NPR's Ashley Pointer praised Winans for her unmatched vocal power and ability to transcend boundaries. 'CeCe Winans' voice transcends genre, race, and generations, something incredibly rare in the gospel and Christian music realms,' she wrote. RELATED: Classic Gospel Songs That Still Excite The Black Church Her Tiny Desk set included a mix of fan favorites and deeply spiritual anthems. The call-and-response energy of 'Pray' brought instant joy, while the crowd audibly gasped at the first notes of 'Alabaster Box,' a track known for its emotional depth and powerful storytelling. The performance concluded with a heartfelt sing-along to 'Goodness of God,' a modern worship classic that underscored Winans' lasting connection with audiences. More than a nostalgic trip through her catalog, the performance was a celebration of Winans' legacy as one of gospel music's most influential voices. As NPR continues to spotlight the sounds that have shaped Black music history, CeCe Winans' enduring presence stands as a testament to the timeless power of faith-filled artistry. Check out the performance below: SEE ALSO CeCe Winans Brings Gospel Power to NPR's Tiny Desk for Black Music Month was originally published on Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
