The Atlantic Singles Collection 1967–1970 cover

The Atlantic Singles Collection 1967–1970

Aretha Franklin

104 min · 34 tracks · funk · jazz · pop rock

Soulful anthems and heartfelt ballads converge in a powerful showcase of Aretha Franklin's vocal prowess.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic collection of soulful anthems
  • heartfelt ballads for emotional release
  • for nostalgic sing-alongs
  • wave-like pacing for varied moods
  • great for late-night reflections

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer lengthy cohesive albums
  • seek instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1970, 'The Atlantic Singles Collection 1967–1970' compiles Aretha Franklin's groundbreaking hits from her tenure with Atlantic Records. This period marked her artistic peak, following the major success of her debut single 'I Never Loved a Man (the Way I Love You)' in 1967, which established her as the 'Queen of Soul'. The album encapsulates the evolution of her sound and influence during this transformative era.
Stylistic neighbors
Gladys Knight· Etta James· Nina Simone

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 I Never Loved a Man (the Way I Love You) 2:51
  • 2 Do Right Woman, Do Right Man 3:15
  • 3 Respect 2:26
  • 4 Dr. Feelgood 3:22
  • 5 Baby I Love You 2:44
  • 6 Going Down Slow 4:32
  • 7 A Natural Woman (You Make Me Feel Like) 2:46
  • 8 Baby, Baby, Baby 2:54
  • 9 Chain of Fools 2:48
  • 10 Prove It 3:00
  • 11 (Sweet Sweet Baby) Since You’ve Been Gone 2:27
  • 12 Ain’t No Way 4:16
  • 13 Think 2:20
  • 14 You Send Me 2:30
  • 15 The House That Jack Built 2:21
  • 16 I Say a Little Prayer 2:45
  • 17 See Saw 2:47
  • 18 My Song 3:32

Disc 2

  • 1 The Weight 2:54
  • 2 Tracks of My Tears 2:56
  • 3 I Can’t See Myself Leaving You 3:04
  • 4 Gentle on My Mind 2:28
  • 5 Share Your Love With Me 3:20
  • 6 Pledging My Love / The Clock 4:13
  • 7 Eleanor Rigby 2:38
  • 8 It Ain’t Fair 3:23
  • 9 Call Me 3:17
  • 10 Son of a Preacher Man 3:07
  • 11 Spirit in the Dark 2:59
  • 12 The Thrill Is Gone 2:42
  • 13 Don’t Play That Song 3:03
  • 14 Let It Be 3:33
  • 15 Border Song (Holy Moses) 3:25
  • 16 You and Me 3:33

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