The Gospel Song “How Can I Not Praise You” Popularized in France by a Cameroonian
During Pope Leo XIV's visit to France, the gospel song "How Can I Not Praise You" was sung by nearly 80,000 youths at Stade de France. This refrain, now familiar to Christians, was composed by a Cameroonian clergyman.
Clara Fontaine
September 28, 2026 · 1 min read
BriefPublished (Dubai time, UTC+4) · event date: 2026-09-25
During the prayer vigil at the Stade de France on Friday, September 25, nearly 80,000 youths joined in chorus to sing the famous gospel song “How Can I Not Praise You,” one of the highlights of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to France.
The following day, this song continued to resonate among thousands of volunteers gathered on the Champs-Élysées.
Behind this refrain, now familiar to Christians, is a Cameroonian clergyman who composed this gospel song.
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