Clive Davis
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Apart from our long professional relationship, Aretha was my friend. Her loss is deeply profound and my heart is full of sadness. (2/2)
5:23 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Smokey Robinson
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This morning my longest friend in this world went home to be with our Father. I will miss her so much but I know she’s at peace. #QueenOfSoul
6:14 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Quincy Jones
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From the time that Dinah Washington 1st told me that Aretha was the “next one” when she was 12-years old, until the present day, Aretha Franklin set the bar & she did it with the professionalism, class, grace, & humility that only a true Queen could... ?: Hassan
7:15 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Kyle Griffin
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Barack and Michelle Obama on Aretha Franklin: "America has no royalty. But we do have a chance to earn something more enduring."
7:25 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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“There are great artists and there are transcendent artists – artists who break new barriers and take us to places we never imagined. Aretha elevated soul from genre to high art. She defied musical categorization, bringing her phenomenal talent to R&B, pop, blues, gospel, rock, jazz, and classical music. Aretha’s influence on music, culture, and history is incalculable. We will be forever grateful for everything that she accomplished as an artist, a woman, and a beacon of humanity.” — Max Lousada
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Paul McCartney
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Let’s all take a moment to give thanks for the beautiful life of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of our souls, who inspired us all for many many years. She will be missed but the memory of her greatness as a musician and a fine human being will live with us forever. Love Paul
5:45 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Carole King
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What a life. What a legacy!
So much love, respect and gratitude.
R.I.P. @ArethaFranklin https://bit.ly/1jpMKz2
5:17 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Willie Nelson
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Whether it was Gospel, Blues, Jazz, R&B, Pop,or Civil Rights, Aretha Franklin was the greatest gift and the voice of a generation. She could turn any song into a hymn. She will be greatly missed here on earth, but that band in heaven just got our Angel
Rest In Peace Aretha
6:48 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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6:50 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Justin Timberlake
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This is the face of a young man who couldn't believe he was actually singing with the GREATEST OF ALL TIME. Thank you, Ms. Franklin for blessing us with your incomparable gift. Honored to have shared the stage with you even for a moment. Always bowing down to you. #QueenofSoul
6:47 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Hillary Clinton
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Mourning the loss today of @ArethaFranklin who shared her spirit and talent with the world. She deserves not only our RESPECT but also our lasting gratitude for opening our eyes, ears and hearts. Rest in eternal peace, my friend.
5:38 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Bill Clinton
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Like people all around the world, Hillary and I are thinking about Aretha Franklin tonight & listening to her music that has been such an important part of our lives the last 50 years. We hope you’ll lift her up by listening and sharing her songs that have meant the most to you.
6:23 AM - Aug 14, 2018
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Recording Academy
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Aretha Franklin's distinctive sound, unforgettable recordings, and giving spirit will continue to be celebrated worldwide. She will be dearly missed, and our thoughts go out to her loved ones during this difficult time.
6:39 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Tony Bennett
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It was a double thrill for me to perform on the stage of the Metropolitan Opera on my 85th birthday and have the Queen of Soul (and heart) Aretha Franklin singing with me....she will be missed by the world.
6:12 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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John Legend
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Salute to the Queen. The greatest vocalist I've ever known. ?????????? #Aretha
5:02 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Aretha Franklin was one of the most iconic voices in music history and a brilliant artist. Over the course of her decades-long career, which included many years with the Sony Music family, she inspired countless musicians and fans, and created a legacy that paved the way for a long line of strong female artists. Sony Music joins the world in mourning her passing. —Sony Music statement
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She sang and played magnificently, and we all wept. We were witnessing the greatest soul artist of all time. I adored her and worshipped her talent. God bless her. My condolences to all her family and friends. We shared the same birthday – and that meant so much to me.
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The whole world will miss her but will always rejoice in her remarkable legacy. The Queen is dead. Long live the Queen. #RIPArethaFranklin
Elton xx
5:38 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Rep. Barbara Lee
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I'm deeply saddened by the passing of the #QueenOfSoul, Aretha Franklin. As an African American woman, her voice inspired & empowered me. She was a phenomenal woman who reminded the world that everyone deserves RESPECT. Prayers to her family & the people of her beloved Detroit.
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Aretha Franklin: A voice that gave America its heart and soul https://trib.al/v1ZOAAv
5:50 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Bob Seger
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"What an other worldly talent. Legendary. Right up there with the greatest singers ever. She will be greatly missed. Irreplaceable." #QueenOfSoul #ArethaFranklin
5:39 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Rest In Peace #ArethraFranklin Thanks for everything you gave to the world. Thoughts and prayers to your family and friends. Love @allontheboard #QueenOfSoul #Aretha #RipArethaFranklin #RESPECT #RestInPeace #SayALittlePrayer #Aretha #SayALittlePrayerForYou #Legend #NaturalWoman
5:44 PM - Aug 16, 2018 · North Greenwich Station
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Grandmaster Flash
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Although Aretha was known as the #QueenofSoul, i called her Hip Hop because of the Incredible break that’s in this song. You had to be quick to percussively EXTEND the break — DJs you KNOW.
Aretha, Rest In Peace. #RIP #RipArethaFranklin #HHPPT
6:05 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Reba
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I’ve had so many influences in my life, and one of them is the Queen of Soul. Rest In Peace, Aretha. I’ll sing this one for you. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MUTNz-BE8UI
5:56 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Missy Elliott
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Rest easy #ARETHAFRANKLIN I imagine u in heaven performing & still making people souls move?? this was my aunt favorite record #RockSteady you will always be the Queen of Soul you been that before many of us were born! Thank you for giving us LEGENDARY TIMELESS music ??❤️
6:30 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Maxine Waters
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One of the greatest voices of all time has been silenced. My dear friend Aretha Franklin has passed. Even though her music will live on forever, the sound, the voice, and the inspiration of the Queen of Soul can never be matched. Farewell, Aretha.
Maxine Waters
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Recently, my friend Aretha sent me beautiful flowers with the message “Just Because.”
That’s the kind and generous spirit of the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. Her spirit lives within me, and I will hold on to it forever.
6:11 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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“The Music Business Association and music fans around the world are extremely saddened by the news of the passing of the legendary Aretha Franklin. Simply put, there was no one like her. Her voice was one for the ages. Aretha was honored by our Association with numerous awards for her hit songs in the 1960s and 1970s. On a personal note, I had the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to be in the audience at the 1998 Grammy Awards at Radio City Music Hall in New York when Aretha surprised everyone when she came on stage in place of Luciano Pavarotti, who had taken ill and could not perform. Aretha then proceeded to completely take the audience’s collective breath away as she majestically delivered her own unique rendition of ‘Nessun Dorma.’ People are still talking about that moment 20 years later. Music Biz sends its deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Aretha’s family, friends, and colleagues and to the millions and millions of her fans circling the globe who will continue enjoying her artistry for eternity.” —James Donio
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Tim Cook
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We mourn the passing of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul. Her voice will keep lifting us, through the music she gave the world. Our thoughts are with her family, her loved ones and fans everywhere. Take her hand, precious Lord, and lead her home. ?
5:19 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Sony/ATV Music Publishing
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We mourn the incredibly sad loss of an exceptional and inspiring talent.
Thank you to the Queen of Soul for sharing your precious gift with the world.
Rest in Peace, Aretha Franklin
6:10 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Fans place bouquets of flowers by Aretha Franklin's star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame following the icon's passing this morning. https://abcn.ws/2PflJmr pic.twitter.com/5wrsQfASma
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NEW: Rep. John Lewis on Aretha Franklin: “When she sang, she embodied what we were fighting for, and her music strengthened us...When we would be released from jail after a non-violent protest, we might go to a late night club and let the music of Aretha Franklin fill our hearts" pic.twitter.com/jHvPWwEPJY
6:55 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Bernie Sanders
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Today, we remember and celebrate the life of one of the great entertainers in modern American history. Aretha, thank you for all that you have given us. You will not be forgotten. https://www.thenation.com/article/aretha-franklin-musical-genius-truth-teller-freedom-fighter/ …
6:57 PM - Aug 16, 2018
Aretha Franklin—Musical Genius, Truth Teller, Freedom Fighter
Angela Davis, whose bond Franklin offered to post in 1970, says that the singer’s work “helped to shape and deepen a collective consciousness anchored in a yearning for freedom.”
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shonda rhimes
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Remember when she stepped in last minute for Pavarotti at the Grammys and just shook us all to our core and made us question the universe by singing Nessun Dorma? #RipArethaFranklin https://www.classicfm.com/composers/puccini/aretha-franklin-pavarotti-nessun-dorma/ …
5:33 PM - Aug 16, 2018
Did you know Aretha Franklin once stepped in for Pavarotti… and sang Nessun Dorma?
At the Grammys in 1998, the legendary soul singer stepped in – at the last minute – for Pavarotti, who had been due to sing his trademark piece, Nessun Dorma. So obviously she went ahead and perfor...
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Bette Midler
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The greatest voice in American popular music has been stilled. Our beloved #ArethaFranklin has gone. For me, she was a musical lighthouse, guiding and inspiring with every note. I loved her so and love her still. Goodbye, Queen of Soul.
5:36 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Sir Rod Stewart
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Always loved you, always will @ArethaFranklin. Not only the Queen of Soul but the queen of all our hearts. - Sir Rod xxx
6:13 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Tim McGraw
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The queen of soul…
There will never be another.
So much love and respect from the McGraw family.
A friend of mine told me once,
“when you were born, you cried and the world rejoiced, live your life so that when you’re gone, the world cries and you rejoice.” #ArethaFranklin
6:48 PM - Aug 16, 2018 · Nashville, TN
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Lionel Richie
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Her voice; her presence; her style
No one did it better
Truly the Queen of Soul
I will miss you!@ArethaFranklin #QueenOfSoul
6:49 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Kelly Clarkson
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Aretha Franklin is the reason why I sing from that part deep inside of me that few could ever reach. She was my favorite and will always be. What a gift she has left all of us with her musical footprints. There will never be another like her. She was truly special. #QueenOfSoul
7:05 PM - Aug 16, 2018
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Aretha Franklin toured the U.S. with Martin Luther King Jr. and sang at his funeral. Her song "Respect" was an anthem of the Civil Rights Movement. pic.twitter.com/rsXEppYUIi
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