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Mary Jane Jones (c. 1942–2000), known professionally as Vickie Jones, was an American singer who became famous in 1969 for impersonating Aretha Franklin.. Jones was born in Virginia and first sang with the Great Gate, a touring Baptist church choir led by the Reverend Billie Lee.
Aretha Louise Franklin (/ ə ˈ r iː θ ə / ə-REE-thə; March 25, 1942 – August 16, 2018) was an American singer, songwriter and pianist. [2] Honored as the " Queen of Soul ", she is widely regarded as one of the greatest and most influential singers in the history of popular music.
This Girl's in Love with You is the sixteenth studio album by American singer Aretha Franklin, released on January 15, 1970 [1] by Atlantic Records. It reached Billboard ' s Top 20 and was reissued on compact disc through Rhino Records in 1993. [ 1 ]
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In 1952, 10-year-old Aretha Franklin lives with her father C.L., pastor of Detroit’s largest Baptist church, and her siblings Cecil, Erma, and Carolyn.Aretha’s father often has her sing for parties at their home, while her mother Barbara, separated from C.L., encourages her independence.
Aretha Franklin left no will or trust for her reported $80 million estate, and her family could now face lengthy court proceedings. Aretha Franklin's lawyer explains why singer did not have a will ...
"Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You've Been Gone" is a song by singer Aretha Franklin. Released from her Lady Soul album in 1968, the song was successful, debuting at number 31 and peaking at number 5 on the Hot 100 for five weeks, and spending three weeks at number 1 on the Hot Rhythm & Blues Singles chart.
Aretha Franklin's Live at Fillmore West album was a huge hit, he had contributed to two tracks on John Lennon's album, Imagine, recorded the theme to the television show Soul Train and had made a highly acclaimed performance at the Montreux Jazz Festival with Champion Jack Dupree. It was in this climate that the album was released in August 1971.