Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho

Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho was an African-American spiritual song, traditionally sung by the African-American community. The lyrics tell the story of the biblical battle of Jericho, in which the Israelites were said to have marched around the ancient city and its walls came tumbling down. The song is often used as a call to action, urging listeners to be strong and brave and to fight for justice and freedom.

Ledisi is a Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum soul and R&B singer-songwriter and actress. Born in New Orleans, Louisiana, she grew up singing in church choirs and local talent shows, and eventually found her way to Oakland, California. Ledisi released her debut album, Soulsinger, in 2000. Her music has been featured in films such as Dreamgirls, The Great Debaters, and The Watsons Go to Birmingham.

Mahalia Jackson was an American gospel singer and civil rights activist who was born in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1911. She was raised by her mother and grandmother, who both taught her about Christianity and the power of gospel music. She began singing in church at the age of six, and soon gained a reputation in her local community as a powerful gospel singer.

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