Niecy Nash makes her living as a brassy comedian, first on "Reno 911!" and soon on the new Fox sitcom "Do Not Disturb." But she's also got a serious, spiritual side, displayed by her love for Marvin Sapp's 2007 gospel album, "Thirsty."
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"He's got a song on there called 'Never Would've Made It,' and I feel like if it wasn't for my spiritual foundation, I wouldn't be where I am. The song talks about being stronger and wiser and being better than you were before. I have that classic comic life that's rooted in tragedy. Gospel music is prayer, baby. Yes!"
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