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Wanda Nero Butler
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| Birth name | Lawanda Marie Nero |
| Also known as | Princess of Gospel |
| Born | September 24, 1958 Solano County, California |
| Origin | Detroit, Michigan Atlanta, Georgia |
| Genres | CCM, gospel, traditional black gospel, urban contemporary gospel |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, songwriter |
| Instruments | Vocals, singer-songwriter |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Labels | Sog Secret, Light, Sound of Gospel |
Wanda Nero Butler (born Lawanda Marie Nero on September 24, 1958) is an American gospel music singer and songwriter. She is known for her powerful voice and inspiring songs. Wanda Nero Butler has released several albums throughout her career. Many of her albums have been popular on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart.
Early Life of Wanda Nero Butler
Wanda Nero Butler was born Lawanda Marie Nero in Solano County, California. Her birthday is September 24, 1958. Her father is Reverend Nero and her mother is Barbara Nero.
Wanda Nero Butler's Music Career
Wanda Nero Butler began her music career in 1988. Her first album was called Reach for His Love. It was released by Sog Secret and became a hit. This album reached No. 34 on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart.
Her next album, New Born Soul, came out in 1990. It was also very popular, reaching No. 11 on the same chart. In 1991, she released two albums with Light Records. These were Wanda and Live in Atlanta. While Wanda did not chart, Live in Atlanta reached No. 22.
Later, Wanda Nero Butler released more albums with Sound of Gospel. Chike-Anyabwille was released in 1994 and reached No. 11. In 1996, she released All to the Glory of God, which peaked at No. 12. Her album Family Prayer came out in 1999. It also reached No. 11 on the Gospel Albums chart.
Wanda Nero Butler's Personal Life
Wanda Nero Butler is married to Reverend Zarak Butler. They have three children together. The family used to live in Detroit, Michigan. Now, they live in the Atlanta, Georgia area.
