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Classic Gospel Hits Playlist

Our playlist of all-time favorite gospel artists will take you to church.
Songs of Praise
Bebe Cece Winans
By Nicole Marie Melton · Updated October 28, 2020

Classic Gospel Hits Playlist

Classic Gospel Hits Playlist

If there’s anything that can make you feel the spirit, it’s a soul-stirring gospel song.We’ve rounded up some of our all time favorites from BeBe and CeCe Winans, Kirk Franklin, Karen Clark Sheard and Marvin Sapp to name a few. Feel like getting your praise on?This playlist will definitely take you to church!

“The Battle is the Lord’s” by Yolanda Adams

No matter what you’re going through, this classic gospel hit is sure to lift your spirits and lessen your load.

“Balm in Gilead”by Karen Clark Sheard

This old church hymn got a new twist when Karen remixed it with her sizzling vocals. Amen!

“Never Would Have Made It” by Marvin Sapp

“I’m stronger, I’m wiser, I’m better!”Hearing this song touches our spirit every single time.

“Stomp” by Kirk Franklin

This hit by Kirk and God’s Property still makes us clap, dance and shout “Glory, GLORAAY!”

“Shackles” by Mary Mary

Mary Mary’s breakout hit brought a bit of R&B flare to the gospel genre. It was breath of fresh air that we will always love!

“Jesus Can Work It Out” by Charles G. Hayes

If you’re ever in need of a uplifting song, this gospel classic will definitely do the trick!

“Let the Praise Begin” & “Blessed” by Fred Hammond

Fred performed two of his all-time classic hits in this clip. A double blessing indeed!

“Stand” by Donnie McClurkin

This song always gives us faith to get up, keep it moving, and stand!

“Total Praise” by Richard Smallwood

Almost every church choir has performed a rendition of this song. The composition is spectacular and the lyrics are soul-stirring. A true classic!

“Long as I Got King Jesus” by Vickie Winans

Feel like having a little church? Vickie’s hit will surely take you there!

“Reason Why We Sing” by Kirk Franklin and The Family

This song always reminds us why we love gospel music so much. Glory, hallelujah!

“Heaven” by BeBe and CeCe Winans

The soulful melodies and inspirational lyrics of this song always touch our heart. And of course we love BeBe and CeCe’s impeccable harmonies!