franais, 90 on the Soul chart and No. 17 on the pop chart. If William Branham was born in 1907, he was 29 years old when his father died. Comment * William Branham was the father of Billy Paul and Sharon Rose who were born on September 13, 1934 and October 28, 1936, respectively;[5] His brother, Melvin Branham, had been married to his first wife, Charlotte Brumback, since May 26, 1936;[6] I am now at peace with myself, I think this movie has done a lot for me because it's helped me get rid of a lot of demons.[9]. We were in Vandalia, Illinois, and I was He became the vice-president of Voice Of God Recordings in 1981. Truly he has made a hit, not just with the general public, but also with Almighty God![15]. Still, neither reissue was terribly successful, with only Ebony Woman re-entering the album charts at No. His servant. In a 1977 interview, Paul made plain that he opposed the choice from the beginning: I think though that a lot of mistakes were made at the time. A good disk" and about "The Stars Are Mine" "Paul sings this new tune more quietly, over a smooth ork reading. Not Disobedient Unto The Heavenly Vison, Jesus Christ, the Same from country to country. It got so bad that parents and their children could be seen leaving the place. From the first time I'd heard Dad speak about Largely a collection of jazz covers of songs popularized by others, it was a studio album that attempted to recreate the feel of Paul's live club performances. to witness in this Age. The first, Lately, was released in 1985 and was a dramatic musical departure from the lush Philadelphia Soul of his previous efforts. The UK version was a single LP titled Billy Paul's Greatest Hits with a different track listing and only one of the "new" songs: "You're My Sweetness". Today, Brother Billy Paul Branham oversees the When he was two years old, both his mother and baby sister, Sharon Rose, died of tuberculosis, just five days apart.He was 11 years old when his father began the healing campaigns that took him back and forth across the country and around the world. But, we are starting to work on the album more seriously from May 15." Paul and other PIR acts were backed by MFSB which featured 35 musicians including Leon Huff on organ. 12 on the Billboard soul chart an No. Don't have nothing in your mind that bothers your faith, 'cause if anything's there, you can't go no further than right there; you stop right there. I have to tell you about one of them Kenny and Leon wrote it especially and it's a definite single at some point. "[3], In 1952, he traveled to New York City and entered the recording studio for Jubilee Records. After Neptune folded, Gamble and Huff started their third label Philadelphia International Records (PIR) and brought Paul with them. Paul made two studio albums in the 1980s. I don't know what I expected Miles Davis would always say: 'Come to the gym! his "Prophet's Mantle" fearlessly and faithfully. The Lucas ork furnishes okay backing. "[7] A few weeks later, Jubilee took out an ad in Billboard to promote their artists in anticipation of the annual NAMM Show the music industry trade convention put on by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM). our choice of lodging would best be described as being adequate, but The reaction internationally is great as well, so even in Paris or Brazil we have great audiences. |=16'{{uY`s3RmmZj%zXb (F[x0B fw Billy Paul Branham Is Born: Brother Branham ; William Marrion Branham . In 2009 he was asked how he was enjoying his retirement in South Jersey: "Retired? Billy Paul states that he was born on September 13, 1935, but the marriage certificate states that his birthdate was September 13, 1934. 80 on the U.K. charts. He was at every meeting, handing out prayer cards to the sick, and at every service, he would escort his father on and off the platform, often when he was barely able to stand after a long discernment line. Billy Paul Branham - born September 13, 1935 (Mother: Hope Branham) Sharon Rose Branham - born October 27, 1936 (Mother: Hope Branham) Rebekah Branham - born March 21, 1946 (Mother: Meda Branham) Sarah Branham - born March 19, 1951 (Mother: Meda Branham) Translate page into: doctors and saw God move on the scene time after time to "vindicate" But put on Nina Simone, Carmen McRae or Nancy Wilson, and I'd be in seventh heaven. If you would like to change your settings or withdraw consent at any time, the link to do so is in our privacy policy accessible from our home page.. form Would you like to see him?". Andrew Hamilton put it bluntly: "Gamble and Huff did a horrible job picking Paul's singles. But I, for me it would be all right.[1]. but this was especially the case in those early years of ministry when One night in June of 1947 at Vandalia, Illinois, the Angel of the Lord appeared visibly in the motel room where Brother Branham was staying. WHAT DID BROTHER BRANHAM SAY ABOUT PEOPLE BAPTISING IN HIS NAME & MAKING HIM OUT TO BE THE LORD JESUS CHRIST? Why did William Branham find it necessary to lie with respect to his son's first marriage that the marriage was not conducted by "magistrate" but by an ordained minister? They were serious about it, they flew over and followed me and it got real personaland I trusted them. [15] Chicago Tribune columnist Gary Deeb said the station "mutilated" the song, doing so in order to solidify ties with Jackson, and called the whole episode "simply ridiculous". Yet the track failed to chart as did "Don't Give Up on Us" and "Everybody's Breaking Up", which was officially released in the U.K. but only issued to radio in the U.S. Paul's final studio album for Philadelphia International was First Class, released in 1979. If you are REdirected towards any Third Party site then this blog is not REsponsible. He was 11 years old when his father began the healing campaigns that took him back and forth across the country and around the world. w !1AQaq"2B #3Rbr When he was two years old, both his mother and baby sister, Sharon Rose, died of tuber. challenge him on his doctrine, and he saw "that Angel" move on the This time an engineer at the station spliced in a parts of a speech by Jesse Jackson as a substitute for parts of King's speech. would It wasn't difficult to make. ", "Expo '75 to Push Top Acts, Key Issues During Fest", "#ASKNAT CONCERNING HONORABLE MENTIONS IN PAUL MCCARTNEY'S "LET 'EM IN", "CONCERT REVIEW: BILLY PAUL AT GLORIA'S SEAFOOD IN PHILLY 9/16/2001", "Billy Paul Setlist at HSBC Brasil, So Paulo, Brazil, 12 June 2011", "IOC strips Jones of all 5 Olympic medals", "W&K faces $1m lawsuit in Nike ad wrangle", "Archie Bell sues Gamble and Huff over royalties", "Music documentary Am I Black Enough for You? . [3] I feel as though I let the song down when I went into my darkness. And after a few minutes the 'man's' At 15, he was attending Bible school in Texas when his father called and asked if he would like to travel with him to Africa. My mother was alwayscollecting records and she would buy everything from Jazz at Philharmonic Hall to Nat King Cole. As where McCartney only obliquely refers to "Brother John" (John Lennon or brother-in-law John Eastman or John F. Kennedy) and "Martin Luther" (the martyred civil rights leader or the 16th-century theologian),[18][19] Billy Paul's version is far more explicit in reciting a list of deceased civil rights leaders (Elijah Muhammad, Malcolm X, Martin Luther King Jr., John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy, Medgar Evers, and Louis Armstrong). [3] He began developing a vocal style that would eventually incorporate traces of jazz, R&B, and pop. And today, I believe that same Angel of the Lord is encamped about those that fear His Name.. Gamble & Huff were firmly in control of the production. I think it's true to the audience, cos they look for something to come out compared to Mrs. Jones and that was Clive Davis' idea to do that. 3 years ago admin . $w`*"24Ay88P "yhZT]{ qT `@4Bz`uDy' Our 'stay' in these hotels were uneventful It includes the songs "July, July, July, July", "Only the Strong Survive", "It's Too Late", "Brown Baby", "Let 'Em In", "It's Critical", "False Faces", and "Let's Clean Up the Ghetto", among others.[26]. 8vPCir_fHbZ0X Be#}rJawqimZ@UV\6wf(eo,=mT~i0Y( g?li8 sMa?! b8^n [6 ?.hH?(l+L The most sobering thing is to have a number one record across the whole entire world in all languages. 152 on the Pop chart and No. Paul remembered the atmosphere at the label: "It was like a family full of music. That made my mind up."[9]. He heard Brother Branham tell hundreds of visions, and then saw them come to pass. [31] Paul sought $1 million in lost licensing fees, arguing that the company had cheated him by not obtaining his permission to use the song. 3 0 obj<>stream 4 on the Soul chart. [32] A spokesperson for the ad agency called the decision to air the song without permission "a very stupid mistake". "[35] Seymour Straus, who testified at trial on Paul's behalf commented: "There is no question that Billy Paul's royalties had been improperly calculated for many years. "He visited me tonight and told me about the coming meetings. 1 single "Me and Mrs. Jones", as well as the 1973 album and single War of the Gods, which blends his more conventional pop, soul, and funk styles with electronic and psychedelic influences. Paul's career took an unexpected turn when he was drafted into the Armed Services. The album was re-released in 1973.[10]. Thats how close we were. now being blocked from my view by the pillow. A little boy, a little girl I would like to be receiving massages, Your email address will not be published. . He saw the man he called "Dad" wear When was Billy Paul Branham born? "[21] By contrast, Jason Ankeny said that the 1999 compilation Me & Mrs. Jones: Best of Billy Paul "goes far beyond the classic title track in restoring the singer to prominence, showcasing his versatility via superb covers of pop favorites. [and] the inclusion of R&B chart hits. it all adds up to a definitive portrait of Paul in his prime. Ill never forget his reply. My little grandson. Paul's final single for Philadelphia International was an edited version of a song from his first Philadelphia International album Going East: "Jesus Boy (You Only Look Like a Man)", which failed to chart. You know what he done? Nederlands, He was 11 years old when his father began the healing campaigns that took him back and forth across the country and around the world. in Brother Branham's meetings at that time. Every detail of his face and clothing was visible The Angel said, You can wake up your son, Billy., When I grew older, I asked my dad, How come the Angel of the Lord let me see Him that night?. How that occurred was cause I always wanted to be a saxophone player.I took my uniqueness and treated it like a horn, which created a good style for me."[3]. Billy Paul, witnessed the accident that would eventually claim his Paul's popularity grew and led to appearances in clubs and at college campuses nationally. 27 and the singles "How Good is Your Game", "I Trust You", and "Let 'Em In" reaching Nos. [2] James Manuel's 1/28/17 letter to Billy Paul Branham that he shared on his Facebook page, "William Branham-the message, then and now" can be viewed here At a very young age he was priviledged Your email address will not be published. Recorded in So Paulo, Brazil; Paris, France; Bermuda, and Philadelphia, it contained the following tracks: "Billy's Back Home", "Love Buddies", "When Love is New", "This is Your Life", "Thanks for Saving My Life", "Let's Get It On/What's Going On", "War of the Gods", "I Believe I Can Fly", "Your Song", "Without You", and "Mr & Mrs. Jones". Its a city of its own and has its own sound. We ain't gonna stop I didn't question it. Winning this case opens the door for all of those other artists whose royalties were withheld or under-accounted to go to court and seek justice, and to know that they have a good chance of winning their case. religions" to heal the sick or open the eyes of the blind, in the look directly at the Angel. An example of data being processed may be a unique identifier stored in a cookie. The next time Paul's voice would be heard during the summer of 1977 was on the track "Let's Clean Up the Ghetto", featuring the "Philadelphia International All-Stars": Billy Paul, Lou Rawls, Archie Bell, Teddy Pendergrass, Dee Dee Sharp Gamble, and Eddie Levert and Walter Williams of The O'Jays. } !1AQa"q2#BR$3br The Light became a mist which times, for the most part, with one remarkable exception. Can you imagine what might have happened to the others? 140 on the Billboard Pop Album chart and No. And work with father, Billy did. t`" /YM ?qpf1 3m?{K(w Take my hand while we walk slowly to the room Most of the time Brother Branham would take Billy Paul When Love is New followed in the same vein as its predecessor and had a similar fate. You say, "Well I" The question might be, "Should I come and be married again?" Billy Paul got married to some little girl, and come up, and said, "Daddy, I'm going to get married." . accomodationswhen he travelled, For example, his September 16, 2001, Sunday afternoon show at Gloria's Seafood in Philadelphia featured "Billy Boy", "Billy's Back Home", "Just in Time", "Old Folks", "Sleeping Bee", "Ebony Woman", "Thanks for Saving My Life", "Love Buddies", "April in Paris/I Love Paris", and "Me and Mrs. He took me up to the Apollo and I warmed the Apollo for six weeks and thats where he gave me the name Billy Paul. espaol, about He cradled him in his arms as they waited for the ambulance, and heard his father speak his final words on the way to the hospital. [2] He attended the West Philadelphia Music School and the Granoff School of Music for formal vocal training. )-,3:J>36F7,-@WAFLNRSR2>ZaZP`JQRO C&&O5-5OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO " "[22], Paul was on the Philadelphia International label, in all, for nine years and while he enjoyed considerable success especially with "Me and Mrs. Jones" critics generally agree that he deserved better. I'm duty bound to that Word. "" denotes releases that did not chart or were not released in that territory. [6] Billboard was again positive, saying about "You Didn't Know" "Billy Paul, new young singer, makes an impressive bow on the label with a strong performance of a weeper ballad which should pick up spins and plays. I've got many friends setting here that's married two or three times. Billy Paul Branham was born in 1935 to William and Hope Branham. We tried to get Elvis to join but he wanted to be a jeep driver. 91 on the Pop chart and No. They were: I Was It was very early in the morning, before dawn, when Dad nudged me In the U.S., Legacy Recordings issued Golden Gate Groove: The Sound of Philadelphia Live in San Francisco 1973 a record company event recorded on June 27, 1973, at the Fairmont Hotel. Dad lowered the pillow so that I could see, Continue with Recommended Cookies, Your email address will not be published. 12 in early 1973. 51 on the Dance chart. He cradled him in his arms as they waited for the ambulance, and heard his father speak his final words on the way to the hospital. Brother Billy Paul was born on September 13, 1935, to William and Hope Branham. Well I think Philly has its own beat as well, and it's distinctive. I wanted to sing silky, like butter mellow. He also stated that the marriage had been annulled by himself and the girl's father after they found out about it. Neither the single "Bluesette" nor the album reached the charts. T|rj/4l23VOi %wS ,D{ Nz@`wEsZ d(@XfNr. This page was last edited on 27 September 2020, at 01:08. The pair come across as a jazzy Derby and Joan. And you know what one of my fascinations is? Billy Paul Branham met the Angel of the Lord that spoke with his father, and witnessed countless thousands of . was witnessed night after night in Branham Tabernacle as the Mystery Paul's performances of "East" (10:21) and "Me and Mrs. Jones" (8:34) appear on the album. Kiswahili, Some famous people came out of that band; Cedar Walton, Eddie Harris and we toured all over Germany. he was there to risk his own life in order to get Brother Branham William Branham Born April 6, 1907 According to 1910 and 1920 census records, William Branham was born in 1907. The gold album and platinum single broke the artist on world charts, including the United Kingdom, where the single entered the Top 20 of the UK Singles Chart, reaching No. In 2011, Paul participated in an album by French singer Chimne Badi, recording a duet with her on the Motown song "Ain't No Mountain High Enough". He lost his mother and baby sister at the age of two and many of his early years where spent in the poverty of, and following, the great depression. inside pocket of his jacket, just to keep the milk warm for him. Billy Paul's mother and his younger sister Sharon died in 1937, and his attachment and unique relationship with his father formed in the lonely years that followed. dressed in white. of run-of-the-mill hotels, where the bathroom was not in your room, That's my own son. "[15], We have notleveled 'blasts at Billy Paul.' Billy Graham Ministries Family, Biography, John Calvin (1509-1564) French Theologian, Pastor, and Reformer, A GOOD SIGN OF CHRISTIANITY IS when you Love those who dont love you. Remember, this is the same Jackson who presented at one of his Black Expos the filthiest recording comedian in show business. The years of deception and excuses are over and Billy Paul will from now on enjoy the fruits of his talents. So me and Gary Crosby, we started it and called ourselves the Jazz Blues Symphony Band. , 20 on the Soul chart. 11 years old. natural brothers) would travel with Billy and his father. Usually, one of Billy's uncles (Bro. intents of the heart, and "the Opening" of the Seven Seals of is very popular in Sweden and these guys really knew their music. . Let's put wisdom in his head [31], On the heels of the Nike suit, Paul targeted his former record company for unpaid royalties on his signature song. Billy Paul was born on September 13, 1935 to William and Hope Branham. In addition, the label was enjoying considerable success with their other artists, including the O'Jays and Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes. Some of our partners may process your data as a part of their legitimate business interest without asking for consent. [43], In 2010 Questlove of the Roots equated Paul with Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder, calling him "one of the criminally unmentioned proprietors of socially conscious post-revolution '60s civil rights music."[13]. on, no matter where we were, I never had to wait to hear Dad say, Backed by Tadd Dameron on piano and Jackie Davis on the Hammond organ, Paul released his first single that April: "Why Am I" with "That's Why I Dream" as the B-side (Jubilee Records 5081, both written by Bernard Sacks and B. Sidney Zeff). ", "He's here," he continued, 10 on the Billboard Soul Album chart and No. [3], Paul also did some boxing in the Army a sport he had grown up with, as he explained in a 2012 interview: "Yeah we had a gym and all my friends from my neighborhood were boxers. here." '", He nodded his head towards a corner of the room as I did then: I began to tremble. over there by the wash basin. But this child was destined to witness His father earned a humble living as a lineman for Public Service Indiana and . People weren't ready for that kind of a song after the pop success of 'Mrs. Despite Paul's enthusiasm, neither "Brown Baby" or "I'm Just a Prisoner" were released in U.S., although "Brown Baby" was issued in the UK but failed to chart. And I'm still going to get to the bottom of 'Am I Black Enough'. He was my manager at the time. then vanished from the room. I would say things and do things as if the camera wasn't even there. Dad put his arms around me The prophet asked the Angel if he could wake the boys, so they could witness the angelic Presence that stood before him.The Angel said, You can wake up your son, Billy. but at the end of the hall. [13] Paul reflected: "Well you know For a long time I was angry about it, I had a bit of a letdown. In some of Branham's biographies, his first son's birth date is reported as September 13, 1935, but in government records his birth date is reported as September 13, 1934. That's the decent thing to do for a Christian. manifested to you." If Billy Paul was the one who lied on the marriage license, why did both the court officer and the minister who married them believe the lie? Was Billy Paul conceived out of wedlock? 42 on the Billboard soul chart and No. And I say, you got married by a magistrate? As of right now, there are two sides actually completed. &\;1NN8nT# Rn{PZY%,px9Q9-x|Uye ` 8i r)3qN@V#K8 +Q*#?Zh#(#5,01Hpc8 IBqHl? Would I spare Billy Paul? The statement was simple, but profound, "Sin has heaped up so high that someday the ocean will weep its way to the desert.". [29] Paul saw the commercial and contacted an attorney, who filed suit in a federal district court in Los Angeles against both the sportswear company and its advertising agency, Wieden & Kennedy. Branham spoke of the times when he would put Billy's bottle of milk in the He had a record shop on South St & Philly right round the corner and I was singing with a trio at the Sahara club on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Asked in 2012 whether playing in Philadelphia held special meaning to him, he said: "I try to feel comfortable wherever I play, but they call it being a native son and I do get a lot of respect there so it is special. We were followed all over the world by this film crew from Europe and I got to be very good friends with the filmmakers. For the next 14 years, he was constantly on his fathers side. We were close, we were like brothers. Paul's final studio album was 1988's Wide Open for the Ichiban label. Click on headings to expand them, or links to go to specific articles. I had this album, and I produced it me and my wife. Despite the attempted return to form, the lack of mainstream success was a major disappointment to Paul, Gamble and Huff, and everyone at PIR. No one said 'you cheated me. [14] Jesse Jackson and Operation PUSH led the movement against this song and others such as Hall & Oates's "Rich Girl" and the Four Tops' "Catfish". the sick, the cripple, and the blind. Paul's 1973 European tour with the O'Jays and the Intruders spawned his first true live album: Live in Europe. He was there when Brother Branham challenged the leaders of "eastern That transition came when The Beatles came out to America. [4] Billboard reviewed the tracks favorably, saying of "Why Am I" that it was "Expressive warbling of a moody ballad, by the label's new 16-year-old chanter", and of "That's Why I Dream": "Organ and piano lend the singer a hand in this slow-paced etching of a romantic number".[5]. [44][45][46] He's buried at the West Laurel Cemetery in Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania near labelmate Teddy Pendergrass. [3] Gamble, the co-writer and producer of the track, said the song "was great and Billy sounded great doing it". Paul's version of the Elton John hit "Your Song" cracked the top 40 in the U.K., reaching No. With him were his son, Billy Paul, and his youngest brother, Donny. was there to escort his father's coffin up the isle as the congregation Branham Campaigns. Bird told me if I kept struggling I'd go a long way, and I've never forgotten his words. He is 2 years ago admin . sure I was fully awake, he spoke in a low voice saying, "Billy, you William It was a challenging way to get here. I was washing my car; I said, "Butt your head against the wall," just kept on washing my car like that. They were like my mentors. The prophet asked the Angel if he could wake the boys, so they could witness the angelic Presence that stood before him. The 1935 and 1937 city directory listed William Branham is pastor of the Pentecostal Tabernacle, and residing with his wife Hope at 430 Graham Street in Jeffersonville. Currently, there is a lot of positive discussion and criticism about him. 139 on the Billboard Pop Album chart and No. We and our partners use data for Personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. The jury awarded him $12,000 more than we requested. The consent submitted will only be used for data processing originating from this website. When he was not in school, he traveled with his father and was even given an official position, selling the books and tracts before each service. on one bed in a tiny room; and being the youngest, I was in the middle. The follow-up single a slow jam called "Sexual Therapy" fared better, climbing to No. Billy Paul states that he was born on September 13, 1935, but the marriage certificate states that his birthdate was September 13, 1934. about 68 on the Soul chart and No. $4%&'()*56789:CDEFGHIJSTUVWXYZcdefghijstuvwxyz ? Brother Billy Paul was born on September 13, 1935. For example, leading R&B station WWRL in New York City played "Let's Make a Baby" but decided not to announce its title. Brother Billy Paul was born on September 13, 1935, Categories Audio Sermons Bible Mysteries Bible Verses Book of Corinthians Book of Revelation Covid (19) English Messages Hindi Messages Holy Places Holy Songs Lyrics Ministers Psalms Signs of the End Times Telugu Messages Testimonies Uncategorized It's called 'I Was Married' and I honestly think it will be bigger than 'Me and Mrs. Jones'. ", Paul was raised in North Philadelphia. I've been waiting years to be paid for my recordings. Facebook gives people the power. scene to expose the "plans made in secret" by these false brethren. Unique in Paul's catalog, it contains lengthy psychedelic soul, song suites and marked a conceptual and musical advance for Paul that did not go unrecognized by critics and fans. father's life. Uncategorized ; The End Time Message . Ikinyarwanda, Can't you see tonight I'm gonna make sweet, sweet love to you? wondered what an Angel looked like. I wake up and hope it was a dream, but its real its real you know. [20] Paul was furious and said that he had the "shock of my life" when he learned of the alteration.[15]. He come to me with the girl that he lives with now, my daughter-in-law. %&'()*456789:CDEFGHIJSTUVWXYZcdefghijstuvwxyz [15] Clements said: In an age of cynicism, suspicion and outright despair, it's uplifting to hear the kind of message that Billy Paul is giving all of us over the radio. He saw demon powers silenced at his command. "Me and Mrs. Jones" was a No. Additionally, a restraining order was issued and the marriage was annulled as a result of the divorce proceedings. "This Is Your Life" / "I Wish It Were Yesterday", "Thanks for Saving My Life" / "I Was Married", "Be Truthful to Me" / "I Wish It Were Yesterday", "The Whole Town's Talking" / "I Was Married", "Billy's Back Home" / "I've Got So Much to Live For", "July July July July" / "When It's Your Time to Go", "Let's Make a Baby" / My Head's on Straight", "How Good Is Your Game" / "I Think I'll Stay Home Today", "Let's Clean Up the Ghetto" / "Let's Clean Up the Ghetto", "Sooner or Later" / "Everybody's Breaking Up", "Everybody's Breaking Up" / "One Man's Junk", "Bring the Family Back" / "It's Critical", "False Faces" / "I Gotta Put This Life Down", "Jesus Boy (You Only Look Like a Man)" / "Love Buddies", "We Could Have Been" / "I'd Rather Be Alone", "I Just Love You So Much" / "This May Be Love", This page was last edited on 27 January 2023, at 23:32. When Donnie awoke a short time later, the rainbow Without a doubt, his two years old, the next twenty-eight years of his life would be 9. I was there with him for a week and I learned what it would normally take two years to pick up. My boy setting here listening at My daughter-in-law and my little grandson setting right here now But I tell him it's wrong (See? The wedding was officiated by Rev. i%e?JV!Z:j1R;fPBs The Angel said, You can wake up your son, Billy., When I grew older, I asked my dad, How come the Angel of the Lord let me see Him that night?. , The male singers who had the same range I did, when I was growing up, didn't do much for me. Paul also had his usual success on the Soul charts, with the album hitting No. document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a3f3a93937e2574210061e1957043775" );document.getElementById("gecb159299").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); The End Time Message is the Signs of the End Times by the Elijah Prophet William Marrion Branham who Revealed the Seven Thunders of Revelations of the Bible. 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