Name: The Rebirth of Kirk Franklin by Kirk Franklin
Brand: Kirk Franklin
SKU: 888880375346
Price: 9.9 USD
Availability: OnlineOnly
Rating: 4 (119 reviews)

ALBUM

This project is as close as it gets to having a true, bona fide masterpiece. The artistic genius of Kirk Franklin weaves through each of the 17 songs included on this gem. The title of this project, The Rebirth of Kirk Franklin, says it all. Musically speaking, he has been born again. The project effectively mixes live tracks recorded in Houston, TX, in early 2001, with some stellar studio tracks. Many naysayers have unjustly criticized Franklin for departing the successful formula of this self-titled debut project, which included the mega-hit "Why We Sing." Well, in that regard, he has returned to the traditional/contemporary-flavored mix of his early work, only with a more progressive feel. Franklin has never been noted or recognized for his singing ability, a fact that he readily recognizes, sticking ever closely to his spoken-word rap. He relies on his talented background vocalist, along with the all-star list of special guests, to take care of the vocal chores. Featured throughout are such artists as Donnie McClurkin, Crystal Lewis, Jackie Velazquez, Shirley Caesar, Richard Smallwood, the late Willie Neal Johnson, Yolanda Adams, and Bishop T.D. Jakes, among others, with the latter joining Franklin on the track "911." There is also a hidden bonus track entitled "J Train," featuring Franklin and DC Talk's Tobymac. The true brilliance of Kirk Franklin shines again.

1. Intro

by Kirk Franklin

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin; Main Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

2. Hosanna

by Kirk Franklin

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin; Main Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

3. Caught Up

by Kirk Franklin, Shirley Caesar

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin
Shirley Caesar; Main Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin
Shirley Caesar; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

4. 911

by Kirk Franklin, Shirley Caesar

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin
Shirley Caesar; Main Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin
Shirley Caesar; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

5. The Blood Song

by Kirk Franklin, Crystal Lewis, Donnie Mcclurkin, Jaci Velasquez

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin
Crystal Lewis
Donnie Mcclurkin
Jaci Velásquez; Main Performer
Performer: Crystal Lewis
Kirk Franklin
Donnie Mcclurkin
Jaci Velasquez; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

6. Brighter Day

by Kirk Franklin

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin; Main Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

7. My Life, My Love, My All

by Kirk Franklin

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin; Main Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

8. Lookin' Out For Me

by Kirk Franklin, Willie Neal Johnson

Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin
Willie Neal Johnson; Main Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin
Willie Neal Johnson; Performer
Composer: Kirk Franklin; Composer
Lyricist: Kirk Franklin; Composer

9. He Reigns / Awesome God

by Kirk Franklin

Acoustic Guitar: Todd Parsnow
Mark Baldwin; Performer
Composer: Rich Mullins
Kirk Franklin; Composer
Alto Saxophone: Jim Horn; Performer
Baritone Saxophone: Jim Horn; Performer
Bass: Keith Taylor; Performer
Drums: Terry Baker
Lawrence Ferrell
Lawrence "peabody" Ferrell; Performer
Electric Guitar: Mark Baldwin; Performer
Arranger: M. Butler
Bobby Sparks Ii
S. Leeks
Michael Robinson
Shaun Martin; Composer
Lyricist: Rich Mullins
Kirk Franklin; Composer
Primary Artist: Kirk Franklin; Main Performer
Orchestration: Shaun Martin; Composer
Producer: Tim Malone
Kirk Franklin
Sanchez Harley; Production
Keyboard: Shaun Martin
Bobby Sparks Ii; Performer
Organ: Bobby Sparks Ii; Performer
Percussion: Eric Darken
Ricky Carthen
Ricky "bongo" Carthen; Performer
Performer: Kirk Franklin
Papa San; Performer
Piano: David Huntsinger
Michael Robinson; Performer
Tenor Saxophone: Doug Moffit; Performer
Trombone: Chris Mcdonald; Performer
Trumpet: Quentin Ware
Vinnie Ciesielski; Performer