Respect

About Respect

Aretha Franklin's rendition of Respect is widely regarded as one of the most iconic and influential songs in music history. Originally written and recorded by Otis Redding in 1965, Franklin's 1967 cover became her signature song and a powerful anthem for the Civil Rights and Women's Rights movements. Franklin's version of Respect differed significantly from Redding's original: 1. She rearranged the music, giving it a new sound and energy. 2. She altered the lyrics to represent a strong woman demanding respect from her man. .

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About this song

Credited to

Aretha Franklin

Album

I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You · Track 1 of 14 · Opens the album

Released

March 10, 1967

Duration

2:27

Ranking

#2 most played Aretha Franklin track on Foxsoundi

On Last.fm

1,331,069 listeners on Last.fm

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9. Joy to the World · 1 plays
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Similar artists

• Etta James — At Last
• Roberta Flack — Killing Me Softly With His Song
• Al Green — Let's Stay Together
• The Supremes — Baby Love
• Otis Redding — That's How Strong My Love Is
• Sam Cooke — A Change Is Gonna Come
• Four Tops — I Can't Help Myself (Sugar Pie, Honey Bunch)
• Ray Charles — Hit the Road Jack
• Marvin Gaye — I Won't Cry Anymore - 1973 Version
• Diana Ross — Upside Down

From the album: I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You