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!
INTERACTIVE: 12 Greatest Hits by Ray Charles
In this interactive post, we celebrate the musical legend Ray Charles with a carefully curated selection of his 12 greatest hits.
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Listen to This Beloved '80s Tune in HD Live Performance
Live performance, high-definition video, high-quality sound. Need we say more?
Music Box: Hear Your Favorite Songs in a Beautiful New Way
Rediscover some of the greatest music hits with this playlist. The musicians reinvented these songs by performing them in vintage styles...
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I Remember These Classic TV Commercials So Clearly!
These classic television commercials from the 60s and 70s are a must watch!
QUIZ: Are You Cool or Out of Touch?
Keeping tabs on what's trendy can be tough, but can really help in communicating with kids. Just how hip are you?
INTERACTIVE: Enjoy 15 of the Frank Sinatra's Greatest Hits
Whether you're a long-time fan or discovering his genius for the first time, this journey through Sinatra's greatest hits is sure to stir the soul and swing the heart!
Michelangelo's David Looks Even More Astonishing Up Close
This is the world's most famous statue, but you never realised how amazingly detailed it is - until now!
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Mary Poppins by Andrรฉ Rieu is Pure Delight!
Andrรฉ Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra perform the famous Mary Poppins song, Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. Watch a video of the performance.
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This Orchestra is Like Nothing You've Seen Before...
Presenting you The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain, as they play one timeless and unexpected soundtrack. Give them a listen!
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This Woman Changes Clothes Faster Than You Can Blink
An incredible magic show that will make you doubt your eyes! But keep them wide open because you're not gonna want to miss this!
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Is This the Coolest, Most Inspiring Senior Musical Act?
The Zimmers totally stole the show, when they came to perform before a stunned crowd of music fans young enough to be their grandkids!
Let Vivaldi's Music Breathe Renaissance Beauty Over You
Vivaldi is one of the biggest names in all of musical history, and now you can hear why with this collection of 24 of his finest compositions.
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These Stunning Chinese Acrobats are Pure Perfection...
Whether you're into acrobatics or not. this show will boggle your mind!
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The Emotional Punch of a Special Andrรฉ Rieu Performance
Together with Andrรฉ Rieu's orchestra, the two performed a beautiful and moving classical arrangement of "Across the Stars", the piece composed by John Williams for the Star Wars films.
Some of the Greatest Sculptors in History and Their Works
These are the 10 best sculptors of all time and their greatest masterpieces
14 Fantastic Magic Tricks and Illusions You Really Must See
Magic tricks are always fun to watch! So, in this post, we bring you 14 of the best magic tricks and illusions that have been featured on Baba-Mail.
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Eden Choi's Magic Act is Hard to Believe!
Prepare to be enchanted by a display of skill and creativity that defies expectation, leaving you questioning the boundaries of magic itself!
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You Have Never Heard Drums Played This Beautifully Before
Listen to these drums play in this incredible performance.
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This Beautiful Archlute Performance Will Make Your Day
Watch a musician perform a mesmerizing rendition of J.S. Bachโs 'Prelude in C Major' on the archlute.
These 14 Ancient Theaters are a Sight to Behold!
There are some stunning Greek and Roman theaters scattered around the Mediterranean. Take a look at a selection of them here!
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This Irish Jig is Just Too Much Fun to Watch!
Enjoy this Irish dance craze that will bring a smile to your face!
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You've NEVER Heard Anything Like These 2000 Marbles...
This genius has built a machine that uses 2000 marbles to create lovely music. You don't see this every day...
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Don't Miss This Wonderful Cirque du Soleil Balancing Act!
At the climax of the show, these two talented performers raise a tower of cardboard boxes that reaches all the way to the ceiling of the hall, and they aren't content to merely hold it in their hands...
20 Stunning Works of Impressionist Art From Alfred Sisley!
Though Alfred Sisley gained little fame during his life, this 19th century impressionist artist painted landscapes with the most celebrated artists in Paris.
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This Magician's Illusions Will Leave You Stumped
In this video, Ivan Netcheporenko entertains his audience with some brilliant illusions.
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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...
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Immerse Yourself In the Evocative Tunes of the Cello Song
Listen to this magical and unforgettable rendition of the famous Cello Song by J.S. Bach.
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A 5-Year-Old Delivers a Jaw-Dropping Piano Performance!
Meet Jonah Ho, the 5-Year-Old piano prodigy. In this video, he plays Fantasie Impromptu in C-sharp Minor Op.66 of Chopin, and we are STUNNED!
See the Worldโs Proverbs Turned Into Funny Cartoons!
Artist James Chapman loves proverbs. Here are 20 collected from around the world and illustrated marvelously. The wisdom of these leaps right from the page.
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Over 200 Years Later, Beethoven Still Inspires Us...
Moonlight was inspired by the great composer Ludwig Van Beethoven's masterpiece - "Moonlight Sonata".
The Wonders of Nature and Space Combined in Stunning Art
These realistic embroideries are like a little window into a parallel universe!
Month of Love: Famous and Beautiful Paintings of Love
A history of love captured in 9 magnificent paintings. Each one conveys a striking story that resonates with millions because of their universal themes of love and beauty.
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This 'Frozen' Shadow Dance Is Out of This World
Shadow Theatre VERBA presents their performance called 'Frozen', which has already enchanted millions of people from around the world.
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Watch a Gorgeous Restoration of a Sublime Fresco
See what care and skill go into returning this sublime piece of art to its former glory.
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Have You Ever Seen the Incredible Dance of 1000 Hands?
This Chinese dance requires 63 people to perform, and it's amazing!
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This 18th-Century Automaton Is a True Art Masterpiece!
Queen Marie Antoinette's Automaton is one of the most intricate and beautiful automaton's in existence! Watch and listen to it play...
The Most Beautiful Stained-Glass Pieces You Will Ever See
Synonymous with luxury and fame, his works are scattered everywhere in the U.S.: from the White House to, quite possibly, your nightstand.
Yo Yo Ma Plays: Somewhere Over the Rainbow
As part of an appearance on the American program The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Yo-Yo Ma combined two wonderful pieces from two completely different worlds.
Enjoy These Gorgeous Paintings, and Think of Love...
The gorgeous art of Pino Daeni is full of gentle, soft, well-lit, sensuous women looking pensive and in love. Here are 24 of his finest creations.
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Watch This Man Play a 14-String Guitar
It's difficult enough to play a regular guitar, but can you imagine playing a 14-string guitar?
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What These 2 Cellists Do Is Dumbfounding...
A terrific video for both fun and music lovers.
12 Jaw Dropping Facts About the Most Famous Art in History
You'll likely recognize these famous artworks, but weโre willing to bet you didnโt know the incredibly curious facts about these masterpieces
The Shocking Hidden Secrets of 7 World Famous Paintings
Even paintings that have been seen for hundreds of years can reveal long lost secrets. These 7 mysteries have finally been cracked.
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This Famous Song Sounds Even Better in Acapella!
In this video the popular acapella group Pentatonix give an outstanding performance of John Lennon's famous song "Imagine".
Have You Ever Seen Banana Art? 15 Lovely Illustrations
Art can be created on virtually anything. For Anna Chojnicka, the unconventional canvas of choice is... a banana! Check out her lovely illustrations.
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