Aretha Franklin - Chain Of Fools Live (1968)

The Queen doing her thang. Enjoy
No Copyright intended

[@TheBrenda259]

Singing not screaming. Beautiful.

[@tiagotiago7256]

Edyta Gorniak poland

[@jduhbaddest8066]

@@disneygirl6295Ari Lennox….??? At that point just throw away your ears😭

[@EdWeibe]

absolutely

[@RobertBlevins]

She was what you call The Real Deal. This song uses a backing track, but the vocal is LIVE. They didn't name her The Queen of Soul for nothing.

[@jimcreighton4097]

Shes was the. Good one come from usmc in 1976.

[@arlenroth8373]

Yes, but the backing track is all theMuscle Shoals guys...

[@doelinelewis491]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 you know real music 🎶 🎵 when a person is thinking 🤔 the same as you thanks needed 🙏🏻 to see this comment she never toke her gift 🎁 from God 😇 for granted ❤️ we all have a gift even if observing another's God's Plan 😇🤗🙏🏻 I know you're a genuine soul never forget it God Bless You and everyone else 🙏🏻

[@gmail4218]

NOT live, prerecorded vocal in mono. Still great, though.

[@RobertBlevins]

@@gmail4218 Maybe. But the way it usually worked is that recording studios would pre-record the music and any backing vocals, and the artist would actually sing. TV wasn't set up to do actual full-band, live broadcasts. Especially on 30 or 60 minute TV.

[@johnjriggsarchery2457]

The people who gave this a thumbs down.... Have no souls..

[@tomwilson8607]

forgive the squares for they know not what doth be funky and shit hot as fuck,, their loss,,

[@leroylowe5921]

They're a chain of fools.

[@majiedmuhammad6498]

They just fools chains of them

[@DD52]

True

[@Acklecrumble73]

It's not in 4K?

[@keensterd3654]

Aretha at her prime>>>>>ANYBODY. That voice! So rich and soulful. Amazing.

[@RobertBlevins]

And she made it look EASY. That's the measure of true talent.

[@sjwdestroyer4895]

I'd argue Sarah Vaughan in her prime was a serious competition to Aretha's supremacy.

[@whatevergong82]

SJW Destroyer but even Sarah Vaughn was intimidated by Ms. Franklin's high octave voice.

[@melaninenriched7844]

@@sjwdestroyer4895 Idk about that. What makes Aretha so serious is her ability to come to your house and make it her home.

[@chazmann108]

The great lady was AlWAYS in her prime no matter the era. 60s-2000's - each time she sang it was perfect! From 'Respect', to "Jimmy Lee" to 'Wonderful' - I could never pick a favorite. They're all so iconic!

[@walterkrueger9889]

No autotune for Aretha. She can sing. 😊💙👍

[@bigfootbanger]

Better than every singer and their talentless auto tune today. RIP Mrs. Franklin

[@jaellemilien3276]

Meanwhile you listen to Giveon:

[@cherisemelf4758]

Such a classy Lady thats not showing her assy. Shes The Queen! We were blessed to see her when she last visited Chicago. She came out, EVERYBODY stood up! Shes the Queen, and deserves it!

[@debbieboyd1295]

Watch this and wonder with me how such power came so effortlessly when she sang. Rest in peace & power Queen of Soul~ 👑

[@Johnnycdrums]

Yeah, bass ine is right front where it shoud be. Snare drum could be more poppy, just sayin'..

[@schasse2011]

How did she make such a powerful sound while looking effortless? It just flows from her like silk, such natural talent 💕

[@remixdiamond2276]

It come from your gut that we’re she singing from

[@jonblaze3380]

There is just this quality in her voice that so smooth, but heavy and just... everything. lol. Only one Aretha, that's for sure.

[@anitamathes3595]

ToMrs Charlie Mae and Flo

[@martydaymudefromdc]

THAT is one impeccable live performance. It does make one stand back for a moment as her voice transcends earth.

[@jeffrueco4137]

before whitney,mariah,Celine christina and adele and the rest of new bloom of vocalist and artist there is ARETHA FRANKLIN who start everything ❤❤ a true belter.

[@BabsBrooklynPilates]

I saw her perform last year during her farewell tour. She looked a little shaky but her amazing voice was as strong and beautiful as ever. Bless her soul.

[@Joshua-ie1jy]

😢

[@kaygrimes5657]

Yes she was,because she was pregnant.Those vocals took over and she took it to CHURCH.Thank you,Casey Grimes-Finley,Chicago,Illinois

[@kaygrimes5657]

Yes she was,because she was pregnant.Those vocals took over and she took it to CHURCH.Thank you,Casey Grimes-Finley,Chicago,Illinois

[@stevepotocin9501]

That's a once in a lifetime voice right there.

[@kristinbrown8460]

Aretha was a powerhouse! She will be missed! God's speed to you; now you can rock Heaven!!!

[@AbeKnowsmore]

RIP THE QUEEN OF SOUL

[@timothyball7502]

R.I.P. You have RIP or to tear any object. Rest In Peace. 12-28-2021

[@ericgauthier8695]

With pipes like that , this woman doesn’t need a microphone... she belts it out when she lets go ... PURE SOUL

[@jeffmorse645]

From the time she opens her mouth I have chills. That voice was so incredible. RIP Queen.

[@firstptr3and10_]

Her face is so pretty.

[@marianabrot6822]

SHE IS GODDAMN PRETTY

[@firstptr3and10_]

@@marianabrot6822 yep. Hydrated, smooth, youthful, healthy looking complexion. Looks like a baby almost. Lol

[@xylinaalborran578]

Agree.

[@fullmoonofus2683]

But maaaan, that voice is the prettiest

[@mountainrigi]

it is not..

[@pastre999]

Spine chilling . Aretha’s voice is truly a national treasure

[@michaelwatkins9479]

I’m 28. My grandma passed when I was 12. I remember visiting her in the summer. This was her favorite song. Me and her dance to this song all the time. Now when I hear this song it brings me to tears lol. Rip grandma, and rip Aretha Franklin.

[@prestonspiano]

the way the sound just flows out

[@babylou6969]

1:34 I love her little dance while she snapping ❤

[@leprakonman]

Too bad classics like this aren't being made anymore......unbelievable what qualifies as music nowadays.

[@Mrcasual3000]

She is doing this Live and it sounds just as good or better than the album now that's when u know u can sing or SANG as we say here in the south!!

[@juliawild5173]

Absolutely. THIS is talent.

[@iwishyouwould6937]

Aint no lip singing or autotune. Just the Queen doing her thang.

[@theshark2005]

ICONIC period!! i dont think there will ever be another like the Great Aretha Franklin !!!!

[@charismalorelye4516]

I don’t see how anyone could be any better, vocally. It’s impossible.

[@GermanProudly]

Her power on top was just astounding and made her interpretive powers seem infinite. RIP Aretha Franklin, Queen of Soul!

[@javajen19]

All hail the Queen!

[@luvpcnjoy]

yesssssss

[@edwardbrown3308]

Great singing as only Aretha can do - but what about that bass player - WOW!!

[@mathteacher2651]

Aretha Franklin, "The Preacher's Daughter", she ROCKS!"like many other greats, started with Gospel!

[@mountainrigi]

She is the greatest reference fot all singers in popular music

[@kreativekael3406]

She almost said "chain, chain, chain" again after the first verse but played it off so effortlessly :) LOVE this queen

[@JT-rc7vx]

She sang it like she lived it, with all her heart and soul.

[@TheDarkelflover]

That voice.. Only the Queen has it!!!

[@sueknoll8567]

she had just a hell of a voice, this song just runs up and down my spine.

[@user-qr5xo4jl1b]

QUEEN. So effortless, so soulful.

[@user-ls4ux9cm4p]

Technique ;)

[@melodysanger103]

WE'LL NEVER FORGET THE QUEEN OF SOUL ARETHA FRANKLIN (MARCH 25, 1942 - AUGUST 16, 2018) (08/16/2021)

[@bahiyahnash9834]

1:34 I love her little dance ♥️🖤❤️💚💙

[@jellobiafra2810]

I'm from Detroit (blow the reveille)! *THE G O.A.T. SINGER!* Peace. Stay Healthy! - Dave B.

[@MrLisaFischer]

The greatest there ever was. RIP The Queen of Soul. There will never be another one like you

[@chip161cols7]

Props to Roebuck ("Pops") Staples for his unique guitar contribution that really makes this exceptional

[@davidrobertnewman]

chip161 cols That’s Joe South on the record, but he’s clearly channeling Pops Staples. The intro here and on The Staples’ Uncloudy Day are pretty similar, and the latter came out 12 years earlier.

[@snap2114]

There will NEVER be another Queen of Soul! I consider myself one of the luckiest person in the world to have lived during her lifetime & enjoy her soulful voice! Aretha NO one can EVER replace YOU! Hoooaaahhh!

[@wanettarenay8215]

BLACK PEOPLE HAVE GIVEN US SO MUCH; WHY DO PEOPLE STILL HATE THEM SO? I GET WHY SOME OF YOU ALL MIGHT HATE US; OUR BAD, BUT I LOVE YOU

[@annwells7025]

I grew up listening to this song. My parents played it all the time. RIP Ms. Franklin. An angels voice.

[@Bubblesandgoop]

Aretha Franklin. Legend.

[@oscartzu1232]

Bless you Aretha! Your EPIC talent lives on forever

[@Angela-js1qe]

Aretha was the best she had a blessing from God. Rest in Peace Aretha and keep singing in heaven.❤😔

[@jamesstewart2159]

as a young black guy black in 1968, that voice, and soul ,was freedom/ for us all,where is the new voice,james stewart, ,ARETHA, R.I.P. THANKYOU.

[@goatbut29]

Can anyone name anything in the last 40yrs this groovy?! Love ya Aretha!!

[@kaygrimes5657]

She was pregnant while performing this song live. SHE BROUGHT IT,BA-BAYY!Thank you,Casey Grimes-Finley,Chicago,Illinois

[@chantellbritto8559]

Her voice was amazing. Imagine seeing her live

[@MsMissy314]

That women has a voice and so talented. May she rest in peace!

[@wilmamccarter2296]

She is so Beautiful an her voice is on🔥

[@dkayfellows]

There is a reason she is queen of soul

[@Joshua-ie1jy]

Woaaah! Aretha's tone is dope !

[@Jo_Wardy]

We can see why Freddie mercury adored her and wanted to sing like her. She is so beautiful and her voice oh my god

[@iaiandocherty8576]

Greatest of all time!!!

[@davidbell2949]

Just don’t get better than this, you go girl

[@diepiriye]

Love this. Interesting and tingling to see a nervous Aretha. Hmph, at that time, she probably had no idea of what was to become of her....that she was the Queen of Soul.

[@PalmurcioWorld]

All hail the Queen, long may she reigns!

[@AllhailtheUS]

Man oh man...makes the hair on my neck stand on end! Nobody, and I do mean NOBODY can lay it down like Aretha did in her prime! Just think...this was before auto tune, crappy videos and twerking bimbos...this is pure, unadulterated talent. I could listen to her sing all day!

[@user-io5fq3jv8q]

This was the big hit when I was in junior high school.

[@edzsalminao8698]

When divas whom she had sang with in the VH1 98 were not born yet 😬

[@debbietaylor6251]

Man, she can sing!!!!! I miss her voice.

[@uriyahbonafide4194]

I can hear Cissy Houston in the background, her soprano voice stands out. RIPP LADY SOUL you surely are missed.

[@ironsnowflake1076]

RIP Ms. Franklin,.you exuded class, style, and confidence..your voice was beautiful..so warm and emotional, this one was my favorite, but I loved them all...the world is darker without your light.

[@EasyPersuasionTPS]

This is not singing this is sangin Mama Aretha can sang a song 😍❤

[@markjoll4825]

Amazing. The sign of a really great singer is how the voice projects so powerfully with seemingly little effort. Donna Summer had that ability too. What sounds like a strenuous note, in the hands of a singer who controls their instrument, flows out flawlessly. I love Aretha.

[@gregbearne2195]

Effortlessly beautiful.

[@ChocolateDrop_Official]

I have always noted how she messed up but responded by providing deeper heartfelt vocals.

[@mister7651]

Omg her voice is beautiful

[@bohlalenchabeleng1370]

Powerful voice.

[@amywantland5359]

Effortlessly Beautiful Voice. RIP Beautiful Lady

[@sherrijones929]

Absolutely, the queen of soul! Love her!

[@muscleboi4use]

Oh MY!!! The QUEEN of soul... that voice.... Phew... nothing EVER to match this!

[@iadorenewyork1]

This is truly live - no lip syncing. What a great voice, and a very good song. RIP, dear lady.

[@HerDestiny]

One Of My Absolute Favs!!! RIP. "Queen Of Soul". Aretha Franklin. 🙏🌹

[@colinpsykes]

Aretha Franklin is one of those cultural icons who make me feel proud of this country. Like Sinatra, Dylan, Joplin, Ray Charles, Johnny Cash...

[@denisemarie6029]

Aretha introduced me to music at 3 years old! I remember loving this song .

[@jamesdunn9714]

The Queen of Soul, no one else like her. RIP.

[@RocklandsArtBeat]

You sing it, Aretha

[@jzigerell]

There will never be another Queen...R.I.P.!

[@BlackMarketB]

this is SANGIN!!!!! cot damn.

[@deedeewinfrey3181]

Miss you already, love you girl.❤

[@msv6674]

Rest easy Aretha. This is one I played on my little record player as a kid growing up in Harlem, listened to on WWRL & WABC AM radio.

[@skymaid4849]

She sings so effortlessly. So much talent!!! Rip Queen! ❤

[@JimUrban]

I love Soul Music and I love the passion it portrays!

[@dianawright8709]

That voice! On point!

[@gloriadevault627]

No , they have no IDEA of what SOUL actually means, does not matter. The positive this woman put forth outweighs the negative stupidity. It's about INTENTION, and hers was PURE. I Thank you for the JOY you gave me. THANK YOU.

[@tessparsons1855]

I remember when I was about 3-4 my mom was cleaning the house blaring music and this was one of the songs that played and I fell in love with her voice. Aretha makes me feel some type of way 😄

[@reneeamick1289]

RIP Queen of soul. My granny finally gets to meet you 💖

[@taniafarghali5639]

Wow - like a studio record but...LIVE...

[@lovealways2609]

The woman was BAAAAAAAAAAD !!!

[@halliemhughes6292]

Remembering Sallie Mae (Obannon) Hughes and all of those Friday nights when my mother would play this "record" and we would start dancing; I miss those nights. Rest...Aretha...rest in my heart.

[@paradox7743]

Beyond Iconic-Her voice IS a Force of nature-"take it easy' never sounded that good Damn...

[@craigoren4475]

I am so happy to have found this video, and to see Aretha Franklin perform as she did when this song came out.The song is so powerful, and she sings it so well!

[@apb38]

No lip synching for Aretha is see...

[@chrisbowen9043]

She actually is. . .

[@jennydiazvigneault5548]

You can see when she turns from the mike the volume changes. I agree she is not lip synching, unlike what people who pass as singers today do.

[@beefnotbacon]

Chris Bowen do you actually believe she’s lip syncing? LOL

[@calkustomsdetailing]

Chris Bowen she actually isn’t....

[@OGLADYD]

SHE WAS A TRUE LEGEND THEY WILL LIVE ON FOREVER. THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR WONDERFUL VOICE WITH THE WORLD. RIP QUEEN OF SOUL.

[@Sunflower-kp2sp]

Aretha spun great music through each decade, excellent voice. Missed . R.i.p.