"Silent Prayer" is a song by American singer-songwriter Shanice featuring Johnny Gill. It was released in April 1992 as the third single from her second album, Inner Child (1991). The song peaked at number 31 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number four on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart.
Critical reception Michael Eric Dyson from Rolling Stone remarked that on the song, "Shanice is supported by Johnny Gill's earthy melisma."Dyson, Michael Eric (March 19, 1992). "Recordings". Rolling Stone. Issue 626.
Track listing 7" single7" single track listing. musicstack.com Accessed November 29, 2007 A1. "Silent Prayer" B1. "Loving You"
12" single12" single track listing. musicstack.com Accessed November 29, 2007 A1. Radio Edit A2. Full Version B1. Instrumental
Charts
Weekly charts Chart (1992) PeakpositionUS Billboard Hot 100 (Billboard)31US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard)4
Year-end charts Chart (1992) Position US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) 47
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