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Aretha Franklin

American singer, songwriter, and pianist Aretha Franklin (1942–2018) was the "Queen of Soul," whose powerful voice and gospel roots defined R&B and earned her 18 Grammy Awards.

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Occupation

American singer, songwriter, and pianist (1942–2018)

Born in

Memphis

Born

March 25, 1942

Zodiac

Aries

Website

www.arethafranklin.net/

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27,903

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76

age at death

Born
March 25, 1942 in 🇺🇸Memphis
Died
August 16, 2018 in Detroit (aged 76)
Zodiac
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Before Fame

Aretha Franklin was born in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1942. Her early life was shaped by her father's role as a prominent Baptist minister, and she began singing gospel music in his church at a young age. This foundation in gospel music would become a significant influence on her later musical career.

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  • •Aretha Franklin's father, C.L. Franklin, was a highly respected Baptist minister and a close friend of Martin Luther King Jr. Franklin's home was a hub for civil rights activists, and Aretha often sang at rallies and events.
  • •Franklin's iconic song 'Respect' was originally written and recorded by Otis Redding. Aretha's powerful rendition transformed it into a feminist and civil rights anthem.
  • •Aretha Franklin was nicknamed 'The Queen of Soul' and her voice was so remarkable that she was often referred to as a 'natural resource'.
  • •In 1987, Aretha Franklin became the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, cementing her legacy as one of the most influential musicians of all time.

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Sun Sign

Aries♈︎

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Moon Sign

Cancer♋︎

Dominant Element

Fire

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2018
Day 27,903
Age 76

Death

Aug 16, 2018

Aretha Franklin passes away at her home in Detroit, Michigan, at the age of 76.

2010

Announces Retirement

2010

Franklin announces her intention to retire from music, though she continues to perform occasionally.

2005

Presidential Medal of Freedom

2005

Awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom by President George W. Bush.

1994

Receives Kennedy Center Honors

1994

Honored for her contributions to American culture.

1987

Inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

1987

Becomes the first female artist inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

1968

Performs at Dr. King's Funeral

1968

Sings 'Precious Lord, Take My Hand' at the funeral of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

1967

Release of 'Respect'

1967

Releases the iconic song 'Respect', which becomes a major hit and an anthem for civil rights and feminism.

1966

Signs with Atlantic Records

1966

Moves to Atlantic Records, where she would achieve her greatest commercial success.

1960

Signs with Columbia Records

1960

Franklin signs with Columbia Records, beginning her secular music career.

1956

First Recording Contract

1956

At age 14, Aretha signs with J.V.B. Records and releases her first gospel album, 'Songs of the Gospel'.

1942
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Birth

Mar 25, 1942

Aretha Louise Franklin is born in Memphis, Tennessee.