Aretha's Greatest Hits
Aretha Franklin · 1971
45 min · 14 tracks · funk · jazz · pop rock
A powerful blend of soul, gospel, and R&B that showcases Franklin's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth.
Aretha's Greatest Hits is an album by Aretha Franklin, released in 1971. A powerful blend of soul, gospel, and R&B that showcases Franklin's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth. This album is notable for cementing Franklin's legacy as a cultural icon, featuring classics that have shaped the soul music genre. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top LPs chart and was certified Gold by the RIAA, reflecting its commercial success and enduring popularity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Aretha's Greatest Hits sound like?
A powerful blend of soul, gospel, and R&B that showcases Franklin's unparalleled vocal prowess and emotional depth. Rooted in funk and jazz.
What makes Aretha's Greatest Hits by Aretha Franklin notable?
This album is notable for cementing Franklin's legacy as a cultural icon, featuring classics that have shaped the soul music genre. It reached No. 1 on the Billboard Top LPs chart and was certified Gold by the RIAA, reflecting its commercial success and enduring popularity. Released on September 9, 1971, 'Aretha's Greatest Hits' marked a significant milestone in Aretha Franklin's career as her first compilation album. By this time, she had solidified her status as the Queen of Soul with multiple chart-topping singles, following her breakthrough with 'I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)' in 1967.
How many songs are on Aretha's Greatest Hits?
Aretha's Greatest Hits has 14 tracks, running approximately 45 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Spanish Harlem 3:30
- 2 Chain of Fools 2:45
- 3 Don’t Play That Song 2:48
- 4 I Say a Little Prayer Standout 3:30
- 5 Dr. Feelgood 3:18
- 6 Let It Be 3:28
- 7 Do Right Woman - Do Right Man 3:15
- 8 Bridge Over Troubled Water 5:31
- 9 Respect Standout 2:26
- 10 Baby I Love You 2:39
- 11 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman Standout 2:39
- 12 I Never Loved a Man (the Way I Love You) 2:47
- 13 You’re All I Need to Get By 3:34
- 14 Call Me 3:18
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