Like all soul singers, I grew up singing in church but sometimes I would leave early and sit in the car listening to gospel band, The Blind Boys of Alabama. Hearing their lead singer Clarence made me connect the idea of church and show business and see how I could make a career singing music that stirred the soul.

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This quote highlights the impact the lead singer of The Blind Boys of Alabama, Clarence, had on the speaker's understanding of combining spirituality with a career in music. Growing up singing in church, the speaker attended gospel performances and observed Clarence's ability to evoke powerful emotions through his singing. This experience made the speaker recognize the potential to meld the world of faith and entertainment, motivating them to pursue a music career that could both move the soul and engage in showmanship.

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