Gospel singer Kirk Franklin sings at Nelson Mandela 's memorial service Tuesday . He shows up just before President Barack Obama delivers his remarks . Franklin : I was very excited to come minister to the people of South Africa and as soon as I landed on Thursday , I became so grateful to be in the presence of these amazing people within this beautiful country . Mandela 's was ' a heart born after God 's hands '
Gospel singer Kirk Franklin sings at Nelson Mandela 's memorial service Tuesday . He shows up just before President Barack Obama delivers his remarks . Franklin : Mandela 's was ' a heart born after God 's hands '