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Singer Turns VERZUZ into Church with Gospel Hymn
23 Oct
Summary
- Carl Thomas began his VERZUZ with Case by singing an inspiring gospel hymn.
- He explained the song "Come to Me" was inspired by hymn melodies.
- Thomas' performance of "I Need Thee Every Hour" captivated the audience.
Carl Thomas infused his VERZUZ battle against Case with a deeply spiritual opening, reminiscent of a church service. He began by sharing his background as a "COGIC kid," growing up in the church, before launching into an emotional performance.
Thomas explained that his 2000 track "Come to Me" was inspired by gospel hymn melodies, specifically mentioning composer Thomas A. Dorsey. He then performed a moving rendition of Dorsey's "I Need Thee Every Hour," accompanied only by a piano, which had the audience in a fervor.
This powerful preamble segued directly into his hit song, "Come to Me," showcasing the profound connection between his gospel roots and his R&B success. The VERZUZ event was ongoing at the time of reporting.
