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Nancey Jackson Johnson
Also known as Minister Jackson Johnson
Born (1968-05-03) May 3, 1968 (age 57)
Newark, New Jersey
Genres Gospel, traditional black gospel, urban contemporary gospel, soul
Occupation(s) Singer, songwriter
Instruments Vocals, singer-songwriter
Years active 1991–present
Labels Savoy, Harmony

Nancey Jackson Johnson, born on May 3, 1968, is an American gospel musician. She is also a minister and leads the creative arts at Greater St. John M.E.R. in Elizabeth, New Jersey. Her first album, Nancey Jackson, came out in 1991. Her album Free (Yes I'm Free) was released in 1997. It became a hit on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart. Her third album, Relationships, came out in 1999 and also did well on the same chart.

Early Life and Background

Nancey Jackson Johnson was born in Newark, New Jersey, on May 3, 1968. Her father was a pastor at St. John's Methodist Episcopal Reformed Church.

Music Journey

Nancey started her music career in 1991. Her first album, Nancey Jackson, was released on July 1, 1991. In 1997, she released Free (Yes I'm Free) on October 7. This album was a big success, reaching No. 29 on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart. Her next album, Relationships, came out on June 29, 1999. It climbed even higher on the chart, reaching No. 23.

Family Life

Nancey Jackson Johnson has been married to her husband, Samuel, for over 20 years. They have two sons together.

Albums

Nancey Jackson Johnson has released several studio albums:

  • Nancey Jackson (1991)
  • Free (Yes I'm Free) (1997)
  • Relationships (1999)
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