LOVED her and her music.
About 3 weeks ago, I played "Amazing Grace" for my daughter and son-in-law. This was from her famous live album at the Community Missionary Baptist Church in Watts, CA recorded in 1972. My kids have certainly heard of Aretha but never heard this version of the song which was recorded when she was 29 and at the height of her powers (and 10 years before my daughter was born!). It could be argued it is one of the greatest recordings of the human voice ever made, and pretty hard to listen to without tears welling up in your eyes. Aretha just takes it to a different level and defines greatness for Gospel singing. If this doesn't move you, check your pulse because you are probably dead.
Today is a very sad day indeed, but oh what a joyous legacy to behold.
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