Who Was Aretha Franklin?

Explore the remarkable journey of Aretha Franklin, the QUEEN OF SOUL, whose powerful voice and musical talent earned her immense respect and a lasting legacy over six decades. Born in 1942 in Memphis, she began her career singing gospel in her father's church before transitioning to pop music, achieving major success with her unforgettable hits like "Respect" and "Think." As the first female inductee into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987, Franklin's accolades also include eighteen Grammys, solidifying her status as one of the bestselling artists in history.