Move on Up a Little Higher, Pts. 1-2

Mahalia Jackson ( /məˈheɪljə/ mə-HAYL-yə; October 26, 1911 – January 27, 1972) was an American gospel singer. Possessing a powerful contralto voice, she was referred to as "The Queen of Gospel". Jackson became one of the most influential gospel singers in the world and was heralded internationally as a singer and civil rights activist. She was described by entertainer Harry Belafonte as "the single most powerful black woman in the United States". She recorded about 30 albums (mostly for Columbia Records) during her career, and her 45 rpm records included a dozen "golds"—million-sellers. more »

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I'm moving on up the right side
Where money's no friend of mine
I realise your importance
I'm gonna leave what's left behind

Ooh I'm going uptown downtown roundtown baby
Shaking my head for you
Now I'm understanding

Love is the only way to lead a better lifestyle
Nothing else for free can change your whole way of living
The only security to lead a better lifestyle
The best things in life are free
Thank you for showing me

You're giving me all new direction
I'm leaving the rat race behind
I'm giving it all up 'cause I've found
A loving state of mind

Ooh I'm going uptown downdont roundtown baby
Shanking my head for you
Now I'm understanding

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