There really is nobody quite like Aretha Franklin! Beginning her musical career as a gospel singer at just 18 years of age, Aretha Franklin went on to record some of the biggest hits on the 20th century, including ‘I Say a Little Prayer,’ ‘Spanish Harlem,’ and ‘Respect,’ with the latter quickly becoming her signature song.
Since then, Franklin has become one of the best-selling artists of all time, with over 75 million records sold worldwide. She has also won a grand total of 18 Grammy Awards, which is certainly no easy feat! Below, you’ll find 16 of her most critically acclaimed tracks. Enjoy!
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The Pixies' Top Hit, Sung Orbison Style
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Legendary tenor, Andrea Bocelli, does a wonderful job accompanying the lost voice of Edith Piaf in a glorious and totally unique performance.
This Chefโs Art-Like Pasta Designs Will Blow Your Mind
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15 Stunning Exotic Birds Embroidered on Dried Leaves
These stunning embroideries of exotic birds are perched on twigs in front of dried leaves - looking just like live birds in the minds of an autumnal jungle.
This Makeup Artist Tells Whole Stories Through Eyeshadow
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Listen to This Incredibly Beautiful Piece by Andrรฉ Rieu
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These Human Voices Alone Resurrect a Totemic Rock Classic
Toto's Africa is one of my favorite songs. So I was thrilled to hear this stunning a cappella version ...
This Pastry Chef's Cakes Will Leave You Slack-Jawed
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Enjoy 60 Minutes of Cirque du Soleil Magic!
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The Bewitching, Romantic Paintings of Daniel Gerhartz
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What It Truly Means To Perform on Disney on Ice
Behind the scenes footage of Disney on Ice and the work of figure skaters
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A Magical Moment of Pure Music For You to Enjoy...
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Nobody Sings This Song Quite Like Frank Sinatra!
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The Singing Nun That Had Everyone On Their Feet!
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This Classical Duo's Music Will Touch Your Soul, Guaranteed
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A Magnificent Spectacle by the French Cirque de Soleil
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Watch Evgeny Kissin Give New Life to "La Campanella"
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Amazing! This Dance is Still Mind-Blowing 76 Years Later!
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Listen to โThe Sound Of Silence' Like Never Before
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This 'Frozen' Shadow Dance Is Out of This World
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These Paintings and Sculptures Have Something to Hide...
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This Japanese Animal Tale is Unlike Any Other...
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We Invite You to the Tiniest Art Exhibition Youโve Seen!
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Wow! this Man Can Turn a Boring Wall into Stunning Art!
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The Detail in This Artistโs Sculptures Left Me Speechless
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When a Cello and a Piano Take Hold of Our Heart...
A touching and utterly beautiful classical rendition that will leave you wanting more.
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Watch This Man Play a 14-String Guitar
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Incredible Trapeze Performance by Duo Artemiev
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Admire Upcycled Denim Scraps Turned Into Incredible Art
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WATCH: James Brown and Pavarotti Perform an Amazing Duet
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This Brilliant Magical Illusion Will Blow You Away
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If You Love Classical Music, You MUST Hear This Pianist
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Every Music Lover Must Hear This Guitar Duo Perform
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