Aretha Franklin was the real deal, a full package of talent, soul, and artistry. She could take the most mundane of songs and make it seem far better in performance than anyone else. A true Lady and a true Queen, and not just of Soul. It will be a very long time before someone else takes her crown...
Here she is, at 22 years of age, showing not only her singing powers, but, also, her amazing piano skills (she was self-taught):
RIP, Aretha Franklin. Many, many thanks for the joyous memories and for sharing your blessings...
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