Latice Crawford facts for kids
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Latice Crawford
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![]() Latice Crawford in July 2020
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Birth name | Latice Tenae Crawford |
Born | Manhattan, New York |
July 22, 1982
Origin | Queens, New York |
Genres | Gospel, urban contemporary gospel |
Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
Instruments | Vocals, singer-songwriter |
Years active | 2014–present |
Labels | RCA, eOne |
Latice Crawford, born on July 22, 1982, is an American gospel singer and songwriter. She is famous for her powerful voice. Latice became well-known after coming in third place on Sunday Best. This was a TV show on Black Entertainment Television where people competed in gospel singing.
Her first album, Latice Crawford, was very popular. It appeared on two Billboard music charts. Her second album, Diary of a Church Girl, also made it onto the Top Gospel Albums chart.
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Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Latice Crawford was born in Manhattan, New York. She grew up with two sisters. From a young age, Latice loved to sing.
She started singing in children's choirs. Soon, she became a main singer and a worship leader. This experience helped her sing for other artists. She also did vocal recordings for them.
Latice Crawford's Music Career
Latice Crawford first became famous on the TV show Sunday Best. She showed off her amazing singing talent. She finished in third place on the show.
During Sunday Best, Latice sang many memorable songs. Her performances of "Reach Out And Touch Somebody's Hand" and "Peace Be Still" were very well-liked. After the show, Latice starred in a reality TV series. She also released two studio albums.
Her first album, called Latice Crawford, came out in 2014. It was released by RCA Inspiration. Her second release was a five-song album called Diary of a Church Girl. This type of album with fewer songs is called an EP.
Popular Songs and Awards
The EP Diary of a Church Girl included the songs "Author" and "Choose Me". Both of these songs became hits. They appeared on Billboard's Top Gospel Airplay and Hot Gospel Songs Charts.
This EP also earned Latice Crawford her first Stellar Award nomination. She was nominated for Contemporary Female Vocalist of the Year. This award celebrates top gospel music artists.
Latice Crawford's Personal Life
Latice Crawford lives in East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania.