La Diva cover

La Diva

Aretha Franklin · 1979

44 min · 10 tracks · funk · jazz · pop rock

A smooth blend of soul and pop that showcases Aretha Franklin's powerful vocals and emotional depth.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo grooves
  • uplifting themes of resilience
  • emotional depth in vocals
  • soothing background for reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1979, 'La Diva' was Aretha Franklin's first album for Arista Records, marking a significant shift after her years with Atlantic. This transition came during a period where Franklin sought to revitalize her career amid changing musical landscapes, following the commercial downturn of her previous releases in the late 1970s.
Stylistic neighbors
Gladys Knight· Etta James· Nina Simone

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ladies Only 5:15
  • 2 It’s Gonna Get a Bit Better 5:20
  • 3 What If I Should Ever Need You 3:32
  • 4 Honey I Need Your Love 2:45
  • 5 I Was Made for You 4:03
  • 6 Only Star 5:04
  • 7 Reasons Why 3:55
  • 8 You Brought Me Back to Life 4:24
  • 9 Half a Love 5:25
  • 10 The Feeling 4:45

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