Marie Knight

Marie Knight

Country

United States

Birth - Death

1920 - 2009

Occupation

Entertainment

Description

Gospel singer, notable for her partnership (in both singing and personal relationship) with fellow singer Sister Rosetta Tharpe. Notable songs include 'Up Above My Head' (1948), 'Beams of Heaven' and 'Gospel Train' (1949).

See Also

• Christian Singers Who Identify as LGBTQ

Further Reading/Research

• http://www.nytimes.com/2009/09/03/arts/music/03knight.html
• https://www.allmusic.com/artist/marie-knight-mn0000824644
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFe-B2v_Yk8

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