Edwin Hawkins date of birth:
August 18, 1943
How old is Edwin Hawkins?
82
What is Edwin Hawkins nationality?
American
What is Edwin Hawkins's occupation?
Singer, songwriter, producer
What genre is Edwin Hawkins's work?
Gospel
What instruments does Edwin Hawkins play?
Vocals, keyboards
Short Biography
Edwin Reuben Hawkins (born August 18, 1943, Oakland, California) is an American gospel musician, pianist, choir master, composer, and arranger. He is one of the originators of the urban contemporary gospel sound. He (as leader of the Edwin Hawkins Singers) is probably best known for his arrangement of "Oh Happy Day" (1968–69), which was included on the Songs of the Century list. The Edwin Hawkins Singers made a second foray into the charts exactly one year later, backing folk singer Melanie on "Lay Down (Candles in the Rain)".