The queen of soul has sadly passed, a true loss.
Winsford Soul closed August 16, 20186 yr R.I.P. Aretha. Your songs will be your epitaph. They will last forever Steve
Tim Richmond Members August 16, 20186 yr Rest in peace Aretha, no one can take your 'throne', no one has come near in the 51 years since the first Atlantic album. Tim.
Stevegods Members August 16, 20186 yr Nooooooooooooooo … no no no , and here was I thinking she would get better , pull through and live to sing again : Such a sad day , but she gave us all so many memories and her music will stay with us forever . Time to put a song on the turntable and turn that voice up way high !! R.I.P. Queen !
Guest Baz1 Guests August 16, 20186 yr Really sad day for soul lovers throughout the world 😢 r.i.p sweet soul girl Xx baz n shelly
Tattoodave Members August 16, 20186 yr So sad, it's like losing an old friend, her songs have given me comfort, joy and many a teary eye over the years. R.I.P.
Soulaction Members August 16, 20186 yr R.I.P. Aretha, your music will live on forever. You really were the Queen of Soul. Respect.
Kenb Members August 16, 20186 yr R.I.P. Aretha (another star that it's enough to know her Christian name to know who is being spoken about) my favourite.
Soulkeith Members August 16, 20186 yr Just Played "Don't let me lose this dream" it does not get any better. Sleep tight & thanks for the memories Keith
Smudger Members August 16, 20186 yr This is a really sad day,over the years I have listened to Aretha in fact hers was one of the first albums I bought .So many great tunes ,I am on holiday so cannot post a song up , Done now there are far too many to mention but Angel always does it for me. An angel has passed RIP Aretha
Thinksmart Members August 16, 20186 yr Music 'Legend' is thrown around too readily. Aretha is. Not just the obvious Atlantic songbook, there is so much before and after too. I've been buying a lesser Aretha album a month for the past year and been delighted at how much great music there is. Imagine the harmonies now the sisters can sing together again!
Simsy Members August 16, 20186 yr R.I.P Aretha. A unique soul talent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XESo86WgOrE
Rick Scott Members August 16, 20186 yr We all said a little prayer for you, but all was in vain, i'm gutted x sleep well, you will be ever in our Hearts and Soul, 'Aretha "Soul Queen" Franklin'
Soulfinger Members August 16, 20186 yr RIP Aretha. The greatest female soul singer of all time. My greatest regret is never having seen her sing live.
Douglaschip Members August 16, 20186 yr RIP Aretha - from her early Columbia output to brilliant Atlantic - a huge catalogue of memories. Just played her version of 'Oh no not my baby' - Rest easy.
Kptownie Members August 16, 20186 yr RIP. Aretha The Queen of soul. Thank you for so many memories, your songs have touched so many people. Difficult to pick a favorite, but I SAY A LITTLE PRAYER seems appropriate. RIP You will be in many peoples prayers & thoughts Respect.
6T's Mojoman Members August 16, 20186 yr R.I.P. Aretha, someone who had more talent in her little finger than most of today's so called singers, the Queen of Soul will be sadly missed, but has left a wonderful legacy to us all.
Guest Mark Soul Guests August 16, 20186 yr Sad news r I p Aretha thanks for the brilliant music wonderful her best cheers mark
Soul Shrews Members August 16, 20186 yr So sad to hear the news. But Aretha will always sparkle in our hearts Cheers Paul
Twoshoes Members August 16, 20186 yr Who else could put this much soul into la lala la, R.I.P Aretha, you've broken a few hearts yourself today...
Soulsides Members August 16, 20186 yr 2 hours ago, Winsford Soul said: R.I.P. Aretha. Your songs will be your epitaph. They will last forever Steve That is one truly fitting statement.Brilliantly put,Steve.Very fine words indeed. 2 hours ago, TattooDave said: So sad, it's like losing an old friend, her songs have given me comfort, joy and many a teary eye over the years. R.I.P. Again,well said Dave. I wanted to add that for me personally, the first time I heard Aretha's 'Lady Soul' lp in the mid 80's I was totally blown away by how amazing her voice was and the fantastic arrangements of the tracks. I'd heard her songs on the radio but I didn't listen to much Soul back then,I was into other things, but that album in particular was a real turning point for me. Her music also represents things I feel strongly about in the world of music, such as the importance of church music/gospel in the development of soul music - put simply, its where so many artists learnt to 'sing it like they mean it'. That and music as a conduit for bringing people together. I listened to 'Lady Soul' very recently and I'm happy to say it still gives me the chills..the record is a true triumph of artistry. Obviously her output is vast, so much good stuff for people to listen to and discover and as much as her work oozes Soul there's actually little bits of country, rock, pop and all sorts in there. Proving as ever that genres mean nothing really and good music is simply good music.
Winsford Soul closed August 16, 20186 yr One of Aretha,s lesser known but still great records from her time at Arista. Steve
Soulman58 Members August 16, 20186 yr We all new it was likely to happen but it still hits. This is a clip of Aretha with the Tops, which always makes me smile and showcases two of the greatest voices of all time.
Concrete Members August 16, 20186 yr That magnificent heavenly choir just gets bigger all the time RIP Aretha
45cellar Board August 16, 20186 yr R-E-S-P-E-C-T A musical legacy that will last forever. R.I.P. Aretha. The Queen Of Soul.
Drinamyl nights Members August 16, 20186 yr Today, we had to say goodbye to the No.1 lady of soul. I'm sure that many of us have shed a few tears at the news of her passing, as her words and music have meant and said so much to us over the decades. But I know, once the sadness and loss of our beloved Aretha eases, her legacy of tunes will bring joy to our hearts for the rest of our lives. It's time for you to show the celestial choir what they've been missing. Thank you for the sweet Soul music and the trail you blazed. R.E.S.P.E.C.T XXX
Col Soul Members August 16, 20186 yr A sad day and such a tragic and far too early departure for OUR SOUL SISTER, no more illness or pain you are now free, and will live forever with us, the TRUE SOUL FANS !
Guest Mellorful Guests August 16, 20186 yr Today heaven gained a soul who could sing like an angel, RIP Aretha.
Soulsides Members August 16, 20186 yr On 16/08/2018 at 20:16, Drinamyl nights said: This image just sums it up for me. Lost in the sheer joy of music.
Harrogatesoul Members August 17, 20186 yr Can't express how it feels right now losing an icon, a legend and a lady who brought so much to our soul music infected lives. Her influence on me as a collector and soul music lover is undeniable and unmeasureable. Say hi to Bobby W for my wonderful Queen of soul. Rest in peace. X
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