Youre listening to the official audio for aretha franklin respect from the. Legendary artist aretha franklin passed away thursday morning after several days in hospice care, a representative confirmed to the ap. A little respect is a song written and recorded by the english synthpop duo erasure, released in september 1988. Aretha franklins respect was originally written for a man. After respect was released, james tried to resurrect her career by releasing her own cover of an otis redding song. Mar 22, 2020 neil diamond is the latest musician to change the lyrics to one of his classic songs to encourage fans to wash their hands and stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic. Following the rise of aretha franklins career from a child singing in her fathers churchs choir to her international superstardom, respect is. Aretha franklin sings the great diva classics discogs. X factor winner releases her first promo single for pepsi. Dec 20, 2019 for the record, a previous version of this article said respect opens in theaters in august. Jennifer hudson sings respect in teaser for aretha franklin.
Franklins respect lasts for two minutes and 28 seconds. Theres a rock song that yells, respect but i dont know the song or who sings it. Respect each other respect yourself respect and tolerance build a bridge break down the fence repeat outro twice, then respect. Because of that, shes talking about respect in a different light entirely, and one that presented new vistas for listeners of the time to consider. She set a new standard which, in some way, no one else could achieve. Dolly parton sings new version of jolene to help with hand.
Aretha franklins signature song was a groundbreaking female empowerment anthem of the late 1960s. Franklins respect was actually a rerecording of a piece by otis redding, npr reports. Otis redding wrote and recorded it first, or at least his version of it. Find out what it means to me aretha franklin s gendered re. If spouses or partners no longer communicate respectfully, it is no longer a marriage or relationship, asserts amy bellows, ph. Aretha franklin changed lyrics to respect from otis reddings. When franklin recorded respect in new york city on valentines day 1967, she kept the tracks original tempo and most of reddings original lyrics. This transcription is the authors interpretation of the version of respect that appeared on otis blue.
Latinautor umpg, sony atv publishing, emi music publishing, bmi broadcast music inc. Aretha franklin sings the great diva classics wikipedia. Mind you i am totally unfamiliar with stings version, but clearly this performance is right up marys alley. Respect is a song written and originally released by american recording artist otis redding in 1965. Aretha franklin ooh what you want ooh baby, i got ooh what you need ooh do you know ive got it ooh all im askin ooh is for a little respect when you come home just a little bit hey baby just a little bit when you get home just a little bit mister just a little bit i aint gonna do you wrong, while youre gone aint gonna do you wrong ooh cause i dont want to. Records in new york on valentines day of 67 to record the song. When franklin recorded respect in new york city on valentines day 1967, she kept the tracks original tempo and most of. Oct 17, 2014 alicia keys no one gets the reggae treatment, and im every woman is spliced with a bumping version of respect. And his version sounds very different from what youre likely familiar with. Originally a minor hit by otis redding in 1965, arethas respect was given a new arrangement and new lyrics about a woman boldly demanding the respect of her man. Rhino is the official youtube channel of the greatest music catalog in the world. Aug 16, 2018 franklins reinvention of respect is marked by an urgency the original version did not have.
For those reasons and many more, aretha franklins version of respect quickly became the feminist anthem that the world had been waiting for. In a video released online, dolly sings a new version of jolene to help pass the time while scrubbing. Florence welch sings new song light of love from home, and. Listen to any song, anywhere with amazon music unlimited. Additionally, the cover highlights the supremes own battle for racial equality. Aretha franklin to release new studio album aretha franklin. It was also covered by the corvettes, lenka, louie shelton, indigojazzlounge, sebastian gahler, nico brandenburg, aniko kanthak and other artists. He sings the hell out of it, but aretha, in her reinvention. Redding, respect, introduction, first verse and refrain. When franklins version of respect was released in april 1967, it soared to no. Reddings version consisted of only verses no chorus or bridge. But the queen of soul sang it like it was made for. Neil diamond is the latest musician to change the lyrics to one of his classic songs to encourage fans to wash their hands and stay safe during the coronavirus pandemic. The music in the two versions is significantly different, and through a few changes in the lyrics, the stories told by the songs have a different flavor.
Aug 16, 2018 in a musical career of more than five decades, aretha franklin had more than 100 singles on the billboard charts. Cant you see im easily im bothered by persistence one step from lashing out at you you wanted to get under my skin and call yourself. For the record, a previous version of this article said respect opens in theaters in august. Questlove was referring to the holy grail of aretha studiesa filmed version, never seen in public, of amazing grace, two gospel concerts that franklin gave in january, 1972, at the new. The quest for authenticity in popular music new york and london. The 50 greatest aretha franklin songs rolling stone. Aretha franklin sings during a memorial service on june 7, 2015, for her. Cover versions of respect by otis redding secondhandsongs. For those reasons and many more, aretha franklins version of respect quickly became the.
Jennifer hudson effortlessly sings aretha franklins respect. How aretha franklins respect became an anthem for civil rights. In a musical career of more than five decades, aretha franklin had more than 100 singles on the billboard charts. Though the 76yearold is gone, she will continue to live on through her music, which included hits like natural woman, i say a little prayer, and, of course, respect. Aug 16, 2018 noam galaigetty images entertainmentgetty images. Rap lyrics verse, prechorus, chorus a no lyrics chorus b break down the fence and build a bridge 6 times then of respect bridge dont respect the bully though cos we know something they dont know. Certainly, this song was a hallmark in the career of aretha franklin, whose version was a huge international hit in 1967. While redding wrote the song as a mans plea for respect and recognition from a woman, the roles were reversed for franklins version. Aretha franklin respect song for android apk download. Florence welch sings new song light of love from home. Franklins respect speaks dialogically with reddings version as an answer. Jennifer hudson sings respect in teaser for aretha.
The two groups took franklins message to new heights as the male versus female duet illustrated a battle in which each gender demanded their own respect. Aretha franklin to release new studio album aretha. And then theres adeles rolling in the deeparetha slays it, of course, then blends it with aint no mountain high enough just to keep us on our toes. A little respect just a little bit i get tired just a little bit keep on tryin just a little bit youre runnin out of foolin just a little bit and i aint lyin just a little bit re, re, re, re spect when you come home re, re, re, re or you might walk in respect, just a little bit and find out im gone just a little bit i. Nothing thats over so soon should give you that much strength. Within the upcoming movies trailer, the oscarwinner performs an a cappella version of the soul legends 1967 hit respect and sends chills throughout the body thanks to.
The lyrics are a plea to a lover to show compassion and respect. Camille from toronto, oh from a new york times article by wesley morris. Aretha franklin, the incomparable queen of soul, will release her highly anticipated brand new studio lp aretha franklin sings the great diva classics on october 21st via rca records. Aretha franklins 20 essential songs the new york times. Otis redding originally released respect written by otis redding and otis redding released it on the single respect in 1965. Aretha franklin s signature song was a groundbreaking female empowerment anthem of the late 1960s.
How aretha franklins respect became one of the greatest. The albums lead single, adeles rolling in the deep the aretha version is currently available for download with album preorder at select digital retailers. Aretha franklin sings the great diva classics by aretha. Aretha franklin sings you make me feel like a natural woman video source. Nov 20, 2017 but, arethas version is something other. Listen free to aretha franklin respect radio iheartradio. Respect, as franklin sang it, has been featured on the soundtrack of. Aretha franklins respect was actually a rerecording of a song by otis.
Wmg, merlin pias on behalf of warner rhino off rosteraudio. The song became a 1967 hit and signature song for soul singer aretha franklin. But more important, says jon pareles, chief popular music critic for. Franklins cover is by far the bestknown version, but this was an important song for otis redding. For the most part, it was a messier, grittier, and louder take on reddings version, but it did include a nod to franklins cover with a singular sock it to me. Signs of a lack of respect between people our everyday life. Though the 76yearold is gone, she will continue to live on through her music, which included hits like natural woman, i. Aretha franklin changed lyrics to respect from otis redding.
Aretha franklin, the incomparable queen of soul, will release her highly anticipated brand new studio lp aretha franklin sings the great diva classics on october 21st, featuring the. Respect is a song written and originally released by stax recording artist otis redding in 1965. Dolly parton sings new version of jolene to help with. She did a version of reddings security, but it got little attention.
New york ap its easy to forget that respect wasnt originally aretha franklins song. Franklins reinvention of respect is marked by an urgency the original version did not have. Respect jennifer hudson is aretha franklin mgm youtube. How aretha franklin turned respect into one of the most. Aretha franklin sings the great diva classics is the thirtyeighth and final studio album by american recording artist aretha franklin and was released on october 17, 2014. Aug 16, 2018 in reddings version, the woman was sitting at home waiting for her man. Originally a minor hit by otis redding in 1965, arethas respect was given a new. Song information for respect otis redding on allmusic. But her version of you are so beautiful a song i really dont care for is even better. When franklins version of respect was released in april 1967, and it.
Respect, in her version, was a declaration of independence. Licensed to youtube by wmg on behalf of atlantic records. Riding along a country highway on my bicycle listening to the song two days after. It was their tenth single and was taken from their third studio album the innocents. Stream aretha franklin sings the great diva classics by.
Apr 08, 2020 in a video released online, dolly sings a new version of jolene to help pass the time while scrubbing. Recognizing the signs of a lack of respect is a solid starting point to rebuilding the relationship and improving communication skills with one another. Aretha franklin respect live 1967 best version youtube. Stream adfree with amazon music unlimited on mobile, desktop, and tablet. Oct 17, 2014 listen to your favorite songs from aretha franklin sings the great diva classics by aretha franklin now. The music in the two versions is significantly different, and through a few changes in. Poet sherley anne williams expounded on franklins version of respect. But more important, says jon pareles, chief popular music critic for the new york. Aretha franklin sings the great diva classics is the fortyfirst studio album by american recording artist aretha franklin and was released on october 17, 2014. Respect is a song written and originally released by stax recording artist otis redding in. Aug 16, 2018 legendary artist aretha franklin passed away thursday morning after several days in hospice care, a representative confirmed to the ap. Check out respect by aretha franklin on amazon music. One of the first versions of respect to be released after frankins version was by american soul band, the vagrants.
Aretha franklins respect was originally written for a. The song became a 1967 hit and signature song for soul singer aretha. Aretha franklin sings the great diva classics debuted at number on the billboard 200 in the united states, selling 23,000 copies in its first week. Aretha franklin changed lyrics to respect from otis. Jennifer hudson performs aretha franklins respect in. Franklin, aretha aretha franklin sings the great diva. Aretha characterized respect as something given with force and great effort and cost. Aug 16, 2018 otis redding respect by pieroangelo2 on youtube. Listen to your favorite songs from aretha franklin sings the great diva classics by aretha franklin now. And when she even went so far as to spell the word respect, we just knew that this sister wasnt playing around about getting respect and. Ad the original version by otis redding is a great song, ritz said.
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