Episode 149: “Respect” by Aretha Franklin
A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs
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Aretha's Song, Respect
1967 was the start of Aretha Franklin's reign as Queen of Soul. The year also saw a dramatic turn in black politics and culture. Marginalised people were starting to demand respect they were owed. We look at how that plays out in Soul and Armin Bay, from Savoy Swingers to Clock Rockers.
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