Lady Soul
Aretha Franklin · 1968
43 min · 14 tracks · funk · jazz · pop rock
A powerful blend of soul and gospel, showcasing Aretha's soaring vocals over lush instrumentation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- soaring vocals that inspire joy wave-like pacing for emotional flow sing-along moments with friends
- Context
- Released on January 22, 1968, 'Lady Soul' marked Aretha Franklin's sixth studio album and her ascent as the Queen of Soul. Following the commercial success of 'I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You,' this album solidified her status with hits that showcased her vocal prowess and emotional depth.
- If you like
- funk, jazz, pop rock
Lady Soul is an album by Aretha Franklin, released in 1968. A powerful blend of soul and gospel, showcasing Aretha's soaring vocals over lush instrumentation. 'Lady Soul' is notable for its profound impact on the soul genre, featuring classics like '(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,' which has been covered by countless artists. The album reached No. 1 on the R&B charts and No. 5 on the Billboard 200, further establishing Aretha as a cultural icon. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Lady Soul sound like?
A powerful blend of soul and gospel, showcasing Aretha's soaring vocals over lush instrumentation. Rooted in funk and jazz.
What makes Lady Soul by Aretha Franklin notable?
'Lady Soul' is notable for its profound impact on the soul genre, featuring classics like '(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,' which has been covered by countless artists. The album reached No. 1 on the R&B charts and No. 5 on the Billboard 200, further establishing Aretha as a cultural icon. Released on January 22, 1968, 'Lady Soul' marked Aretha Franklin's sixth studio album and her ascent as the Queen of Soul. Following the commercial success of 'I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You,' this album solidified her status with hits that showcased her vocal prowess and emotional depth.
Who is Lady Soul for?
Lady Soul works well if you're into soaring vocals that inspire joy, wave-like pacing for emotional flow and sing-along moments with friends.
How many songs are on Lady Soul?
Lady Soul has 14 tracks, running approximately 43 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Chain of Fools Standout 2:47
- 2 Money Won’t Change You 2:08
- 3 People Get Ready 3:44
- 4 Niki Hoeky 2:31
- 5 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman Standout 2:45
- 6 Since You’ve Been Gone (Sweet Sweet Baby) 2:25
- 7 Good to Me as I Am to You 3:58
- 8 Come Back Baby 2:27
- 9 Groovin’ 2:57
- 10 Ain’t No Way Standout 4:17
- 11 Chain of Fools (unedited version) 4:22
- 12 (You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman (mono single version) 2:49
- 13 Since You’ve Been Gone (Sweet Sweet Baby) (mono single version) 2:28
- 14 Ain’t No Way (mono single version) 4:12
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