Kirk Franklin Biography

Fast Facts

• Was honored by the National Museum of African-American Music in 2017
• Is an avid supporter of the charitable organization World Vision
• Was honored by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2012
• Was the music director of his church choir at 11 years old
• Started playing piano at the age of four, and was offered a record deal at the age of seven, but his aunt turned it down
• Often mixes gospel music with hip-hop, pop and R&B styles
• First gospel singer to have a music video featured on MTV
• Established the record company Fo Yo Soul Recordings in 2013