Smokie Norful: Something to Sing About

A glimpse into Smokie Norful's discography.

I Need You Now - 2002 saw Smokie Norful release his debut album, I Need You Now, which charted at No. 1. And, while No. 1 is ideal for the start of any singer's career, Norful also celebrated this success as a songwriter. He is credited as a writer on most of the album.(Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

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I Need You Now - 2002 saw Smokie Norful release his debut album, I Need You Now, which charted at No. 1. And, while No. 1 is ideal for the start of any singer's career, Norful also celebrated this success as a songwriter. He is credited as a writer on most of the album.(Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

Nothing Without You - In 2004, he continued his winning streak with his sophomore album, Nothing Without You, which also charted at No. 1; proving that there was divine timing behind his arrival in gospel.(Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

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Nothing Without You - In 2004, he continued his winning streak with his sophomore album, Nothing Without You, which also charted at No. 1; proving that there was divine timing behind his arrival in gospel.(Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

Life Changing - Life Changing was his next release and, much like his winning past, his third effort landed in the top 5 on Billboard's Gospel Albums chart and remained on the chart for 68 weeks. (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

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Life Changing - Life Changing was his next release and, much like his winning past, his third effort landed in the top 5 on Billboard's Gospel Albums chart and remained on the chart for 68 weeks. (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

Smokie Norful Live - The pastor and musician returned to No. 1 with the release of Smokie Norful Live. Known for his vocal prowess and unforgetable melodies, this album gave listeners all of that in live form.  (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

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Smokie Norful Live - The pastor and musician returned to No. 1 with the release of Smokie Norful Live. Known for his vocal prowess and unforgetable melodies, this album gave listeners all of that in live form.  (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

How I Got Over...Songs That Carried Us - Norful tapped the likes of Myron Bulter and Vanessa Bell Armstong for How I Got Over...Songs That Carried Us, a live worship concert harkening Norful's formative years in the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church. (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

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How I Got Over...Songs That Carried Us - Norful tapped the likes of Myron Bulter and Vanessa Bell Armstong for How I Got Over...Songs That Carried Us, a live worship concert harkening Norful's formative years in the African Methodist Episcopal (AME) Church. (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

Once in a Lifetime - His latest release, Once in a Lifetime, makes his status as a gospel heavy unquestionable. The 15 track album combines 14 of his biggest hits and one new song; acting as a reminder of his talents to new listeners and a great introduction to anyone unfamiliar.  (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)

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Once in a Lifetime - His latest release, Once in a Lifetime, makes his status as a gospel heavy unquestionable. The 15 track album combines 14 of his biggest hits and one new song; acting as a reminder of his talents to new listeners and a great introduction to anyone unfamiliar.  (Photo: EMI Gospel Records)