Johnson earned his nickname and stage name, “Wonderboy,” as a child with a powerful singing voice. He began singing professionally with his father and uncles in the gospel group The Spiritual Voices. Launching his solo career in 1998, he had hits including “Let Go and Let God,” “Hide Behind the Mountain,” and “Be Right.” Johnson was also known for his holiday favorite, “12 Days of Christmas.” His most recent hit was “It Was You,” released in the spring of 2022.
Tributes to Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson
There just are no words I can say. Thank you Keith for loving Gospel the way you had. RIP Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson 😢 pic.twitter.com/Y9RY0MyMUr
I’ll never forget meeting Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson for the first time when I was 16 years old at @TheStellars. Then just a few years later, I had the opportunity to sing with him. Mr. Keith, thanks for being such a great example in the Gospel Music Industry. Love You! ♥️ pic.twitter.com/C7HV5ICTqp
Keith Wonderboy Johnson was truly a Stellar. If you know Quartet you certainly know this singing preaching man right here. I've had the opportunity to meet him in person and he blessed my heart. My prayers and my heart are with his family and friends 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/1c0W5wyOzn
— Coach Nita (The Mindset Coach) (@AnitaDailey4) October 1, 2022
The Gospel community collectively impacted by the passing of Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson. He helped usher in a contemporary movement within quartet music. And in addition to being a talented artist that loved God, he was one funny guy! He’ll be missed! 🙏🏽 pic.twitter.com/cRUa2lyh1R
My brother Keith Wonderboy Johnson was the first person to take me under his wing and teach me on the road. This hurts! Rest in Heaven my brother! 😭😭🙏🏽🙏🏽
This is so shocking! Multi- Stellar Award winner, Keith “Wonderboy” Johnson has departed this life. I am praying for his family & all those that are mourning this great loss. The quartet community will not be the same! My fav song of his is I Just Want To Be Right!
Keith Wonderboy Johnson was everywhere, supporting everybody. All. The. Time. He was a bridge who will greatly be missed. Prayers to the gospel music community. This one is tough. 😔🙏🏿 pic.twitter.com/GFYd3KA4BD
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