Six years later, in 1989, McClurkin moved to Detroit, became an associate minister at Perfecting Church and began touring and singing at different churches across the country.Īt age 31, Donnie was diagnosed with leukemia. Impressed by McClurkin’s performance a gospel workshop seminar, Winans invited McClurkin to Detroit to help start a ministry. In 1983, while working with the choir, McClurkin met the Reverend Marvin L. McClurkin has been able to overcome and excel to the point that fans, celebrities and a cross section of music lovers recognize his talent as “special.” “How do you deal with the shame of your past…you stand,” he continues repeating the words. While on an airplane, God gave him the words for the song “Stand,” and, he says, in 20 minutes the words flowed inside his head. His voice has already transcended the Sunday morning pulpit to the top of record charts where his music has remained steadfast while reaching gold and platinum status.

Donnie McClurkin is a Gospel superstar whose voice is recognized around the world.

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