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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Listen to This Beloved '80s Tune in HD Live Performance
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Here's One Magic Trick That's Totally Bizarre...
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You Just Don't See This Kind of Act Anymore... Bravo!
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Wow! You Won't Believe That These Are Actually Cakes!
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Incredible: When Japanese Tradition Meets Spanish Rhythm
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This Harp Breathes Magical New Life Into an Old Classic
Many people often claim that the harp is the instrument of the angels, and after watching this video, I'm sure you'll be inclined to agree.
Welcome to Skyville, a Charming and Beautiful Mini Village
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This Talented Artist Uses Just Paper and Glue For His Art
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This Hungarian Artist Has Perfected the Art of Lace Work
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WATCH: This Couple Was Meant to Dance Together
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Some of the Greatest Sculptors in History and Their Works
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Watch These Agile Dancers Move with Beauty and Grace
Using both strength and flexibility these two dancers move with grace and beauty. Watch their incredible performance here.
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One Singer, Two Completely Different Voices!
Watch this incredible singer added a new stunt to the world of singing, and it's pretty incredible.
The Most Gorgeous Painting of Our Beautiful World...
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This Unique Cabaret Act Is Guaranteed to Amaze You!
You won't believe this stunning, gravity defying act.
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This Miniature String Quartet Know How to Spring Surprises
This string quartet called 'Joyous String Quartet' are the most talented musicians of their age I've seen so far!
What This Man Built for Himself Will Astound You...
This artist decided to create a miniature version of the French capital.
Love Mozart? Here Is Every One of His Amazing Symphonies!
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Does a $1 Million Cello Sound Better Than a Standard One?
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A Beautiful Tribute to Nina Simone's 'Feeling Good'
Listen to Nina Simone's timeless classic, 'Feeling Good,' with a selection of beautiful imagery to match the lyrics.
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Impressive! I Can't Believe What This Illusionist Does!
If you love a good magic trick! You'll love this!
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This Andrea Bocelli Number Is a Must See For Music Lovers
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Seven Books That Changed a Generation
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13 Lovely, Moving & Detailed Pencil Lead Sculptures
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Watch Two Pianists Perform Mozart's Allegro con Spirito
These two pianists put on a stunning performance on stage.
Ten Art Pieces You Always Wanted to Know More About
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Listen to โThe Sound Of Silence' Like Never Before
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Feast Your Eyes on 10 Masterpieces by Norman Rockwell
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A Traditional Folk Dance that Uses a Special Move...
The Russian folk dance in this video, as you're about to see, cannot be performed by just anyone...
Have You Read the 5 of the Greatest Poems Ever Written?
Discover some of the greatest poems that the history of literature has ever seen, along with a detailed analysis to complement them.
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When Disney Asked Salvador Dali to Make Them a Video...
This animation was a collaboration between Salvador Dali and Walt Disney in 1945 that was only finished in 2003. It tells the story of Time falling in love.
Want to Paint? Here's a Complete Guide For Taking it Up!
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These Mind-Boggling Sculptures Can Appear and Disappear!
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Watch This Pianist Explain Musical History, Musically!
If you want to know more about the development of classical music through the centuries, this brief video is just the ticket.
Are These the World's Funniest Paintings? We Think So!
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