“Let Us Adore Him” by Angela “Missy” Billups A “Year-Round” Holiday Praise is Back
Though it begins with an interpretation of the beloved Christmas hymn, “O Come All Ye Faithful,” make no mistake: Angela “Missy” Billups’ “Let Us Adore Him” is a handclapping, aisle-dancing, church-wrecking release suitable for radio spins year-round.
Once again, the award-winning singer of such radio hits as “For My Good,” For Your Blood.” Chainbreaker” and “Walking in Victory” takes listeners to church with her spirit of unfettered praise. As the Harlem Choir of New York City moves into thunderous fourth gear with a series of cascading harmonies, Missy steps forward like a seasoned evangelist, leading the congregation in some “24/7 worship.”
“It was first arranged without a lead,” Missy explained. “But Ernest brought me in to do some ad libs and it really took off. We added some lyrics from the word (scriptures) to demonstrate the real meaning of the birth of Christ.”
Arranged and produced by Missy’s son, Ernest Billups, “Let Us Adore Him” is now being re-released for national radio worldwide.
Enthusiasm for the song among gospel announcers and other industry tastemakers is already building. “Your song is the BOMB!” declares radio promoter Dr. Duane McKnight, radio announcer Elder Willie Jones agrees from WLUW 88.7 FM, Chicago, Illinois: “This song is on fire!” Said Dr. Susie Jones, senior pastor of Los Angeles’ Yahweh’s House of Prayer and Worship for all People: “The song is off the chain! It’s a hit!” Linda Greenwood, WNAA 90.1 FM AT&T “I can hear this song being played on radio any given Sunday morning, getting those listeners ready for church.”
Many other announcers and stations that have embraced the song include:
Randy Johnson – Rejoice Richmond (Virginia) 101.3 FM
Marvin Lyles – “Gospel Sunrise,” WGVE 88.7 FM, Gary, Indiana
Bishop Sam Williams – “The Sounds of Victory” Funk nation radio
Lady Carol Crawford – Representation of UK Radio, International summit & “backtobackpr.com”
Professor Craig Hayes – WIMG 1300 AM (New Jersey)
Music Choice TV Christmas Music (gospel)
Dr. Liz Black – “Aspired Living Network,” Stellar Award Winner & Syndicated Host
Just as holiday songs never go out of style, radio announcers are finding that “Let Us Adore Him,” is just as powerful and Holy Ghost-filled today as when it was introduced four years ago. It is destined to stay in regular rotation for years to come.
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Hailing from New York, New York, Missy was recently awarded the “THE RANCE LEE ALLEN EXCELLENCE AWARD presented to her by the legendary Pastor John P. Kee. Currently celebrating her 10th year of performing musically at the New York City Bike Tour, sponsored by TD Bank, this event brings over 30,000 bikers to ride through the five boroughs of NYC. Missy also performed in the “All I Want for Christmas” Tour with the legendary Mariah Carey, at Madison Square Garden. During the Christmas season if you tune in to Sirius/XM Radio you may also hear “Let Us Adore Him” playing in the lineup on “Kirk Franklin Radio” with Missy’s voice ringing out in the lead. You cannot help but lift/clap your hands and stomp your feet on this one.