Meet the Musician Marvin Sapp: Meet the Musician
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Jul 24, 2012 
Marvin Sapp, a Grammy-nominated gospel singer and pastor, shares his inspiring journey from the gospel group Commission to a successful solo career. He talks about overcoming grief after losing his spouse and how music became a source of resilience. The conversation highlights the powerful role of gospel music in providing hope, especially for young people, and the essence of authenticity in performance. Sapp also deeply reflects on the emotional themes of his song 'He Has His Hands on You,' encouraging listeners to find strength in their struggles.
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Joining Commission
- Marvin Sapp recalls joining Commission fresh out of college in 1990.
- Original Commission drummer, Michael Williams, now works as Sapp's road manager and sound guy.
Commission Memories
- Hezekiah Walker expresses excitement over Sapp's selection for Commission.
- Sapp reflects on being the youngest member and clarifies misconceptions about his age relative to the group.
Solo Transition
- Sapp describes the transition from Commission to solo work as lonely and challenging.
- He had to learn self-reliance and how to carry the performance entirely on his own.