Bill Text: MS SR38 | 2020 | Regular Session | Engrossed
Bill Title: Commend Pastor Todd Tilghman for winning the 18th Season of The Voice.
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 5-0)
Status: (Engrossed - Dead) 2020-06-11 - Adopted [SR38 Detail]
Download: Mississippi-2020-SR38-Engrossed.html
MISSISSIPPI LEGISLATURE
2020 Regular Session
To: Rules
By: Senator(s) Tate, McCaughn
Senate Resolution 38
(As Adopted by Senate)
A RESOLUTION COMMENDING THE OUTSTANDING MUSICAL TALENT OF PASTOR TODD TILGHMAN OF MERIDIAN, MISSISSIPPI, AND CONGRATULATING HIM UPON WINNING THE 18TH SEASON OF NBC'S THE VOICE.
WHEREAS, praised for his passionate and invigorating performances, as well as for his "holy hop," Pastor Todd Tilghman of Meridian, Mississippi, was named the winner of NBC's 18th Season of The Voice, a truly momentous accomplishment that presents renowned national acclaim upon both Pastor Tilghman and the State of Mississippi; and
WHEREAS, contestants on The Voice, a televised singing competition, are chosen during "blind" auditions by showcasing only their raw vocal talent, and not by their appearance or slick production; and
WHEREAS, during his audition on February 24, 2020, Pastor Tilghman turned all four of the celebrity judges' chairs, a rarity for the show, in his debut performance of Bob Seger's "We've Got Tonight," and in the weeks that followed, his personal story, enormous enthusiasm and neighborly personality won over fans as much as the powerful voice that came from within; and
WHEREAS, a resident of Meridian, Mississippi, Pastor Tilghman has been Pastor of Cornerstone Church since 2011, a ministry that his father, Clarence Tilghman, held before him; and
WHEREAS, Pastor Tilghman married his high school sweetheart, Brooke, and they have eight children. It was only at Brooke's persistence that he gave himself a shot at the opportunity to compete on The Voice; and
WHEREAS, coached by Blake Shelton, who has coached seven musicians to the championship title, Pastor Tilghman's jubilance, family man aura and simplicity built a following across America, and week after week the nation learned what people in Meridian already knew: that Pastor Tilghman is a genuine, down-to-earth individual and a family man with an overflowing compassion to match his enthusiasm; and
WHEREAS, during the final performances from the Top 5, Pastor Tilghman took fans back to his roots by singing a rendition of "I Can Only Imagine" by the Christian rock band MercyMe, and for his original song he performed "Long Way Home"; and
WHEREAS, after the final performances, Pastor Tilghman and his family gathered at Cornerstone Church, while fans attended a watch party at the historic Temple Theatre in downtown Meridian, anxiously awaiting the results, and as Carson Daly announced Pastor Tilghman as the winner, a tremendous amount of "holy hopping" was happening, along with shouts and tears of joy; and
WHEREAS, the phenomenal outpouring of love and support from Pastor Tilghman's community has been astounding, and he stated that he gives immense credit to his family, especially his wife, Brooke, who has been invaluable during this time; and
WHEREAS, the day Pastor Tilghman was announced as The Voice champion, his song "Long Way Home" was ranked No. 1 on the iTunes Top 100 songs chart, and was holding at No. 2 later that week, while his "Authority Song" duet with Blake Shelton was at No. 9; and
WHEREAS, as winner of The Voice, Pastor Tilghman received $100,000.00 and a recording contract, and Blake Shelton will continue to help him throughout his future career in music; and
WHEREAS, it is with great pride that we recognize and commend this exceptional Mississippian, whose outstanding musical talent, exceptional service to his community and extraordinary devotion to his family have brought honor to Cornerstone Church, the Meridian Community and the Magnolia State:
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE SENATE OF THE STATE OF MISSISSIPPI, That we do hereby commend the outstanding musical talent of Pastor Todd Tilghman, congratulate him upon winning the 18th season of NBC's The Voice, and extend best wishes for continued success in all his future endeavors.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, That this resolution be presented to Pastor Todd Tilghman and his family and made available to the Capitol Press Corps.
