Aretha Franklin: The Queen Of SoulAretha Franklin's soulful voice has earned her fifteen Grammies and the honor of being the first woman inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. An uncompromising survivor, Aretha has stirred millions with her classic hits, including, "I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)" and "Respect." But she has also faced daunting personal challenges: her mother's desertion; teenage pregnancy; several unhappy marriages; and a tragic shooting that led to the death of her father. With unique access to key figures in Aretha's past, and a new chapter revealing the most recent events both personal and professional in the life of the diva, this is the definitive biography of the woman who captivated the music world of the early fifties and became a star. |
Contents
PROLOGUE | 1 |
THE QUEEN OF SOUL 2 THE GOSPEL YEARS | 2 |
ARETHA SINGS THE BLUES | 3 |
Copyright | |
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