Mandisa, Grammy-Winning ‘American Idol’ Alum, Dead at 47

CCM singer Mandisa, recognized for her 2013 hit “Overcomer,” has died at age 47. The Grammy winner died on Thursday, April 18, at her house.

“We are able to verify that yesterday Mandisa was present in her house deceased,” a consultant for the singer stated in a press release to Billboard. “Right now, we have no idea the reason for loss of life or any additional particulars. We ask to your prayers for her household and close-knit circle of mates throughout this extremely tough time.”

California native Mandisa launched her profession as a contestant on American Idol‘s fifth season, and later collaborated with TobyMac and Kirk Franklin on TobyMac’s album Moveable Sounds. She launched her first album, True Magnificence, in 2007. The album debuted at No. 1 on Billboard‘s Prime Christian Albums chart.

In 2011, Mandisa earned her first No. 1 on Billboard‘s Christian Airplay chart with “Stronger,” and earned a high 20 hit on the chart with “Good Morning” that includes TobyMac.

In 2013, Mandisa’s music “Overcomer” spent 10 weeks atop Billboard‘s Sizzling Christian Songs chart and have become a signature hit for the singer. Her Overcomer album additionally earned a Grammy for greatest modern Christian music album. She additionally earned six GMA Dove Awards nominations throughout her profession.

Mandisa additionally featured on songs together with TobyMac’s “Lose My Soul,” Crowder’s “Let It Rain (Is There Anyone)” and Jordan Feliz’s “Jesus Is Coming Again.”

A number of CCM and gospel artists honored the late singer by way of posts on social media, together with Brandon Heath, who wrote, “Love you, Disa. You had been a drive of affection and encouragement in a tough world. You had been a sister and good friend and I’ll miss you.”

Natalie Grant wrote on Instagram, “Your smile and infectious spirit lit up each room. You had been a real champion of others. I used to be the benefactor of your encouragement extra instances than I can depend.
Grateful to your music, your honesty and testimony that helped hundreds upon hundreds of individuals discover the hope of Jesus. I beloved sitting by you at awards exhibits so we may geek out at each efficiency. We had been each true Christian music followers, and unashamed of it.”

Mandisa was additionally an writer, writing the e-book Out of the Darkish: My Journey By way of the Shadows to Discover God’s Pleasure.