“Oh Happy Day” sold over 7 million copies worldwide, leaving a lasting effect on the gospel world and the world at large. Edwin Hawkins, the man who brought us that song in 1969, passed away at the age of 74. Fellow gospel-great and sister to Edwin, Lynette Hawkins-Stephens, shared memories of her brother and the music they did together. Lynette recalled the best lesson her brother ever taught her: “to not judge.”Lynette says an important function of music and singers is important to usher in freedom, because “God doesn’t want us in bondage in any kind of way.”
She talks about growing up in a strict religious environment, learning how to seek God for oneself, and not simply trusting every single thing that’s “coming over the pulpit.” Lynette also recalls some of Edwin’s other motivations, like “bringing water to the thirsty,” and picks some of her all-time favorite songs to sing written by Edwin and her other brothers. Click on the audio player to hear exclusive interview from “Get Up! Mornings With Erica Campbell.”
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The Life & Legacy Of Edwin Hawkins 1943 -2018 [PHOTOS]
The Life & Legacy Of Edwin Hawkins 1943 -2018 [PHOTOS]
1. Andrae Crouch, Sandra Crouch Edwin Hawkins
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2. Edwin Hawkins Singers ‘Oh Happy Day’ 45
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3. Andrae Crouch Memorial Celebration Life Of Events
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4. Andrae Crouch Memorial Celebration Life Of Events
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5. Conductor John Harris Going over Tunes
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6. Andrae Crouch Memorial Celebration Life Of Events
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7. Andrae Crouch Memorial Celebration Life Of Events
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8. Donald Lawrence 20 Year Celebration
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9. GRAMMY Salute to Gospel Music
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10. 14th Annual BMI Trailblazers Of Gospel Music Awards
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12. GRAMMY Salute to Gospel Music
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13. GRAMMY Salute to Gospel Music
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14. 14th Annual BMI Trailblazers Of Gospel Music Awards
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15. GRAMMY Salute to Gospel Music
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16. Edwin Hawkins Singers
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17. 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards – Rehearsals
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18. GRAMMY Salute to Gospel Music
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19. 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards – Show
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20. 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards – Show
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21. 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards – Show
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22. 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards – Show
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23. Andrae Crouch, Sandra Crouch Edwin Hawkins
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24. 2014 Trailblazers Of Gospel Music Awards Luncheon
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25. 14th Annual BMI Trailblazers Of Gospel Music Awards
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26. 14th Annual BMI Trailblazers Of Gospel Music Awards
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27. Edwin Hawkins Singers
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28. 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards – Show
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29. 40th Annual GMA Dove Awards – Show
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30. Photo of Edwin HAWKINS
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The Life & Legacy Of Edwin Hawkins 1943 -2018 [PHOTOS]
