About Edwin Hawkins

Edwin Reuben Hawkins was an American gospel musician, pianist, vocalist, choir master, composer, and arranger. He was one of the originators of the urban contemporary gospel sound. As the leader of the Edwin Hawkins Singers, he was probably best known for his 1968 arrangement of "Oh Happy Day", which was included on the "Songs of the Century" list. In 1970, the Edwin Hawkins Singers made a second foray into the charts, backing folk singer Melanie on "Lay Down ".

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Edwin Hawkins

American musician (1943–2018)

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Occupation: singer, pianist, songwriter, composer
Citizenship: United States
Born: August 18, 1943
Died: January 15, 2018
Website: http://www.edwinhawkins.tv

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