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Choral Arrangements of
John Legend
2014 - Golden Globe Award - Best Original Song
John Roger Stephens known professionally as John Legend, is an American singer, songwriter, musician and actor.
Prior to the release of Legend's debut album, he collaborated with already established artists. At various points in his career, Legend has sung in Magnetic Man's "Getting Nowhere," Kanye West's "Blame Game," on Slum Village's "Selfish," and Dilated Peoples' "This Way". Other collaborative appearances include Jay-Z's "Encore", backing vocals on Alicia Keys' 2003 song "You Don't Know My Name," the Kanye West remix of Britney Spears' "Me Against the Music," and Fort Minor's "High Road". Legend played piano on Lauryn Hill's "Everything Is Everything". For his solo work, he earned a Billboard Hot 100 number-one single with "All of Me" in 2013. He won the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2015 for writing the song "Glory" from the film Selma. He has also won ten Grammy Awards and a Golden Globe Award. In 2007, Legend received the Hal David Starlight Award from the Songwriters Hall of Fame.(3) In 2017, Legend received a Tony Award for co-producing Jitney for the Broadway stage
Songbooks, Arrangements and/or Media
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Mac Huff : All of Me Singer-songwriter John Legend's chart-topping hit is a testament to the power of love, with a compelling acoustic piano underlay and honest, heartfelt lyrics. A superb selection for concert and pop choral groups! ScorePlay - click to view score with recording. 
Mark Brymer : Glory The dramatic song by American rap artist and actor Common and singer/songwriter John Legend is featured in the historical film drama Selma, based on the 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting rights marches led by Martin Luther King and other civil rights leaders of the time. A powerful learning opportunity for a new generation!
Mark Brymer : If You're Out There A call-to-action and evocation of human potential, this song by Grammyae winning artist John Legend reflects the themes of hope and change, responsibility and leadership, and commitment to a better tomorrow, and was performed at the Denver convention that nominated Barack Obama for the presidency. Avaailable separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:04.
Alan Billingsley : Ordinary People John Legend burst onto the current music scene with the release of his album Get Lifted. The R & B feel, coupled with the thought-provoking lyrics helped place this single on the Billboard Top 100.Available separately: SATB, SAB and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15.
John Legend : Start a Fire This signature song by John Legend is from the 2016 cinematic tribute to Los Angeles La La Land and captures the funny and charming mood of the film through a jazz/pop fusion that is totally irresistible! A perfect selection for choirs of all ages!
John Legend : Love Me Now The hit single from John Legend's studio album Darkness and Light, the song celebrates living in the moment: I don't know who's gonna kiss you when I'm gone/So I'm gonna love you now like it's all I have. |
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Singer-songwriter John Legend's chart-topping hit is a testament to the power of love, with a compelling acoustic piano underlay and honest, heartfelt lyrics. A superb selection for concert and pop choral groups!
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composers: Gerald Marks and Seymour Simons Performed By: John Legend
Arranger: Deke Sharon | Composers: Gerald Marks and Seymour Simons Performed By: John Legend
From John Legend's Christmas album Legendary Christmas, here is an easy rock shuffle and secular song for the holiday season. Lending itself to lush choral writing this up beat song will leave everyone smiling.
Arranger: Ed Lojeski Performed By: John Legend
Winner of a 2015 Oscar Award, this inspirational song speaks of hope and looks to the future for healing in the midst of great division. Eugene's gospel-like setting offers comfort to the community and motivates individuals to keep working for a better tomorrow. Through the voice of a powerful soloist, male chorus and spoken word artists, the message of unity and hope is left ringing in our ears.
Arranger: Eugene Rogers | Composer: Lonnie Lynn Performed By: John Legend | Musical: Selma
The dramatic song by American rap artist and actor Common and singer/songwriter John Legend is featured in the historical film drama Selma, based on the 1965 Selma to Montgomery voting rights marches led by Martin Luther King and other civil rights leaders of the time. A powerful learning opportunity for a new generation
Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: Lonnie Lynn Performed By: John Legend | TV/Movie: Selma
A call-to-action and evocation of human potential, this song by Grammy winning artist John Legend reflects the themes of hope and change, responsibility and leadership, and commitment to a better tomorrow, and was performed at the Denver convention that nominated Barack Obama for the presidency. Avaailable separately: SATB, SAB, 2-Part, ShowTrax CD. Duration: ca. 3:04.
Arranger: Mark Brymer | Composer: John Stephens Performed By: John Legend
The hit single from John Legend's studio album Darkness and Light, the song celebrates living in the moment: I don't know who's gonna kiss you when I'm gone/So I'm gonna love you now like it's all I have.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: John Stephens Performed By: John Legend
John Legend burst onto the current music scene with the release of his album Get Lifted. The R & B feel, coupled with the thought-provoking lyrics helped place this single on the Billboard Top 100.Available separately: SATB, SAB and ShowTrax CD. Performance Time: Approx. 3:15.
Arranger: Alan Billingsley | Composers: John Stephens and Will Adams Performed By: John Legend
Considered one of Bob Marley's greatest songs. This John Legend cover was sung as a tribute to the late Nelson Mandela in 2013. Taking this acoustic song and setting it for choir is a beautiful thing. There is room for rubato and you and your students will enjoy exploring the spaces that exist in this arrangement.
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Bob Marley Performed By: John Legend
This signature song by John Legend is from the 2016 cinematic tribute to Los Angeles La La Land and captures the funny and charming mood of the film through a jazz/pop fusion that is totally irresistible! A perfect selection for choirs of all ages!
Arranger: Mac Huff | Composer: Justin Hurwitz Performed By: John Legend | Musical: La La Land
Recently released by John Legend & The Roots on their album Wake Up!, this soulful R&B single was originally performed by Harold Melvin & The Blue Notes as the title track on their 1975 album. Still socially relevant today.
Arranger: Jay Althouse | Composer: Gene McFadden Performed By: John Legend
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