Karima Kibble

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Karima Kibble
Birth nameKarima Trotter
Born (1974-04-08) April 8, 1974 (age 48)
Origin New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.
Genres Gospel,
Contemporary Christian,
Inspirational/Worship
Years active1997 - Present
Labels Verity Records
Darkchild Gospel

Karima Kibble (born Karima Trotter) is a Gospel singer, and a founding member of the gospel group Virtue.

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Early years

A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Karima was the fifth child born into the Trotter family.

Musical career

She sings soprano and alto [ citation needed ] with Virtue where she currently performs with her sisters Ebony Holland and Heather Martin. She is the lead singer in the group. [ citation needed ]

She has appeared on the album Dream by BeBe Winans and sang background for the song "No Tears" on Lil iROCC Williams's self-titled debut album. She sings "Rainbow Maker" on the compilation album With this Ring. This song is a duet with her husband Joey Kibble.

On September 22, 2009, Karima released her debut solo album Just Karima.

Discography

Studio albums

TitleAlbum detailsChart positions
US
Gospel

[1]
Just Karima45

Singles

As a lead artist

TitleYearPeak chart positionsAlbum
US
Gospel
Airplay

[3]
"Necessary" [4] 2009Non-album single
"Redeemer"20211TBA
"It's Alright to Cry"2022

Album appearances

TitleYearArtist(s)Album
"Rainbow Maker" [5] 2001 Joey & Karima KibbleWith This Ring

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