1/4/26 O&A NYC IN MEMORIAM: Richard Smallwood – Total Praise

Richard Smallwood wrote the gospel classic Total Praise during a period of immense personal trial while caring for his mother, who had dementia, and a close friend battling cancer.

Smallwood originally intended to write a “pity-party” song but felt led by God to write a song of praise instead, emphasizing trust regardless of circumstances. The lyrics are based on Psalm 121, specifically the opening lines regarding lifting one’s eyes to the hills for help. 

Total Praise – Richard Smallwood

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