Welcome to the official site of the queen of soul, aretha franklin Aretha franklin (born march 25, 1942, memphis, tennessee, u.s.—died august 16, 2018, detroit, michigan) was an american singer who defined the golden age of soul music of the 1960s. City of detroit recreation dept. Aretha franklin, known as the queen of soul, was a gifted singer and pianist who rose to fame through her powerful voice and emotional depth Born on march 25, 1942, in memphis, tennessee, she was raised in detroit by her baptist preacher father, c.l Aretha franklin died of advanced pancreatic cancer on august 16, 2018, in detroit, michigan
She will be known as one of the most influential singers of all time, and as an activist who spoke of the world through her music, and used music as a tool for truth, justice, and soul. Aretha franklin became the first female artist to be inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame in 1987 Aretha franklin is one of the most honored artists in grammy award history, winning. Explore aretha franklin's music on billboard Get the latest news, biography, and updates on the artist. In 1987, singer aretha franklin became the first woman to be inducted into the rock and roll hall of fame
