Kirk Franklin- Gospel
Kirk Franklin is a gospel musician, choir director, and has a very influential role in modern day gospel. Kirk Franklin specializes in contemporary gospel which blends hip-hop, rock, and R&B to Christian themes. Kirk was born in Texas on January 26, 1970. His upbringing heavily influenced his current career because of him growing up in the church.
Gospel is a non secular genere that includes the religious beliefs of Christianity. This genre grew from the gospel jubilee period which was the last period in the jubilee era to now modern gospel which is the contemporary gospel period. “I Smile” by Kirk Franklin is combines harmony, tempo, dynamics, and call and response.