Aretha Franklin & Mariah Carey Perform 'Chain of Fools' at VH1 Divas | VH1

In honor of the Queen Of Soul, Aretha Franklin, here's her iconic performance of 'Chain of Fools' with Mariah Carey from VH1 Divas Live in 1998.
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Aretha Franklin & Mariah Carey Perform 'Chain of Fools' at VH1 Divas | VH1 / vh1

[@xyverjaze]

Mariah is one of the most respectful singers out there. Despite her own legendary status, she recognizes legends who came before her. The amount of respect is refreshing. REST IN POWER ARETHA! Queen 👸🏿

[@worldshaking0502]

filipino ako true!

[@KurtisLeeLewis]

filipino ako so so true!!

[@Nobody23232]

It’s sad none of these generation singers pay respect to Mariah a living legend, they disrespect her so much.

[@KurtisLeeLewis]

bbyfranks2010 you know this always makes makes me so so mad. Because when she’s gone. They’ll start saying they loved her #RespectOurLegendsWhileTheyAreHere

[@Nobody23232]

KurtisLeeSinger exactly everyone is going to say omg she was my inspiration and all other bs but only the true fans will miss her forever.

[@trillythagr8259]

She loved her some Mariah. They were very good friends. RIP Aretha

[@angeljohnson6665]

Trilly Tha Great yes

[@LalaMontenegro1]

True, she personally chose Mariah. Mariah looked up to her not only as an idol and mentor but as her friend as well.

[@soaribb32]

Aretha sang Hero in one ocasion before this. And even Touch My Body afterwards lol

[@DistressedAndImpressed]

I hope this video is a reminder to respect the legends we still have living. People joke about them (Whitney, MJ, Prince, etc.) but mourn them when they're gone. People CONSTANTLY make fun of Mariah. We need to celebrate those that are still with us. Mariah, Patti, Stevie, etc. R.I.P Aretha.

[@kimmerso1]

👏YES! Thank you, this is exactly how I feel too.

[@katylamb2714]

Yessss!

[@amandaquaresma2703]

👏👏

[@oilalalabla9211]

@@MoSco5000 yes they do and Its sad

[@leannebennett3893]

Yes I totally agree.

[@Xdianaandini]

Mariah adores her like a goddess

[@fredericobaami]

Who doesn't?

[@spanishlessons4075]

As she should. 🥰

[@franklantic]

mariah knew exactly how to do it with the one and only queen of soul. rip, aretha. you'll be missed.

[@ashm7922]

Fun Fact: Mariah was the only one Aretha allowed to sing a duet with her this night!

[@ambercooper8947]

FACT.

[@dsmith3383]

Hhhhhha 😄

[@niaad4525]

Accg to Mariah. Celine Dion was the first to be invited in Divas and tagged along Carole King (guest) who wrote “You make me feel like a Natural Woman” for Aretha.

[@jordan84]

Celine was like, “screw that” and showed the hell out later.

[@jharid7224]

@Scoop Swoop 😂😂😂

[@sybaritesphynx8057]

TWO LEGENDS ON ONE STAGE!!!!!!!!! Rest in Power, Queen of Soul Aretha

[@sybaritesphynx8057]

Cheryl Young She only sang when Aretha asked her to go ahead. That’s called RESPECT. and Mariah’s accomplishments can end your faves’s entire careers lollll bye.

[@lovelysinn2620]

Mariah ain't no legend 😭💀 all she do is lip sing

[@ilyjc91fe5]

Mariah IS a legend.

[@ilyjc91fe5]

Except she IS a legend. She's a music pioneer, a trend setter that inspired generations of singers with her melismatic vocals, range and whistle register. Someone who has classics, has broken SO many records, wrote 17 #1 hits, only behind the beatles when it comes to #1s, the 5th best selling artist of all time, one of the first female artists to produce her own albums, she's a vocal technician, one of the best singers of all time. And I could go on and on about her achievements(way more than Aretha, btw.) Are we not calling Whitney a legend anymore just because she also lost her voice due to drugs years before she passed away? or Celine who also lipsings now? lol please

[@modona100]

Cheryl Young lol Mariah care is definitely a legend who’s paved the way many female artist. sit down

[@jessealvarez3729]

Mariah is gorgeous, omg

[@jaybeetv5808]

Jesus Alvarez ISNT SHE OMG THIS IS ONE OF HER MANY BEAUTY PEAKS

[@mcfeed8848]

She is! And i love her huge hair 😂😍

[@mariahsdream690]

Mariah Carey Feed any new video's ? :)

[@myberromero9899]

She is so cute

[@laminbee8053]

See how Mariah was standing few steps behind Aretha, that’s respect for people who opened doors for you. 👑👑

[@apple.supremacy6774]

We need to respect LEGENDS a lot more. They're already few nowadays. RESPECT MARIAH CAREY.

[@iamraneal6815]

Mariah always gave respect to her senior, at that time mariah is a big star already, but still she showed that aretha is her senior... #MariahXAretha #Lambily

[@worldshaking0502]

Raneal A true. I hope the new artists today also give respect that Mariah deserves, like how Mariah respects her singers.

[@thedivasofsupreme6190]

Mariah was already a legend after she came out with vision of love in 1990 even though she started in the 80's

[@worldshaking0502]

The Serial she was destined for legend status eversince she was born.

[@tonnymitch4016]

The Serial no she wasn’t a legend yet.... she still had to work her way to that point

[@worldshaking0502]

Tone Mcneely you serious? Mariah is a living legend. You are probably refering to Ariana Grande. Lol

[@ronviray8367]

I know this is in honor of Aretha but i cannot take my eyes off Mariah Carey damn she looks so fine and beatifuk and perfect here body face voice

[@fredericobaami]

She was stunning!!! Not even Shania looked better than her.

[@lithiumkwan848]

Frederico Baami lol. I love shania wholeheartedly but in this concert, her hair was a bird nest.

[@leannebennett3893]

Mariah was the whole package not like the rest.

[@asekun022]

Two legendary vocalists 💕 Rip Aretha.

[@1handsmoke565]

Norielle Serrano MS PINK CADILLAC 💕 And MS BUTTERFLY 💕

[@gingteng9803]

They didnt rehearse but Mariah come up with those creative riffs and runs Amazing

[@thedivasofsupreme6190]

Mariah was such a fangirl in front of Aretha 💝 Greatest Vocalists! Most influnetial female singers of their generations in one stage! What a monumental moment!

[@zg9740]

How honorary it must've been for Mariah to perform with someone she truly looked up to and still admired to this day and show her much love and respect. Aretha's music shall live on ❤❤❤ People truly need to start honouring our icons and legends while they're here, and enough disrespecting them.

[@zg9740]

@TWIO88 Truly. People these days don't appreciate who we have left until they're gone sadly.

[@rebeccaspratling2865]

I'm actually here now because I just read her memoir and you can really tell how much she loved and idolized Aretha.. I'm so happy they got to do this performance together. 🥰

[@bobturner2312]

I love how even with Aretha telling her "sing now!" the entire song, Mariah's still extremely respectful and doesn't take over!

[@ItsTashey]

That woman could blow... Truely will be missed on this earth 💛😢

[@user-fl2yo5pk9t]

Art Vandelay her comment makes sense and your rudeness was uncalled for

[@jeremiahstraight6301]

@Art Vandelay Wen ppl say dat it meanz she haz lightin' strike high BURST range...Like me😂👌😁😊

[@sheltered4460]

She took me to church so much I’m gonna miss her

How respectful and humble and humbled was Mariah! The Queen of Soul, Ms. Aretha Franklin was truly “Diva Omnipotent”! RIP.

[@nyxaria8557]

Mariah just letting the Queen sang, amount of respect she gives her! RIP QUEEN OF SOUL :(

[@darkfeather6857]

What the hell are you talking about? It was a duet. They both sang.

[@johnthona7094]

Rapture folds Aretha sang over Mariah line

[@Ernie1978]

Mariah and her biggest inspiration Ms. Franklin. You are missed. Let's take care of Mariah people!

[@Gmez759]

The new generation really don’t understand how talented Mariah is, how iconic, legendary, powerful she is. I love Ariana Grande, but how the hell can the younger generation say she’s better than Mariah. Mariah is the Queen! And she looks so happy to be with Aretha I love it!!! Two icons!! ❤️❤️

[@michellea6113]

Dunder Mifflin That's because they don't know what real music sounds like. Ariana Grande can sing though...is she better than Mariah? NO!

[@TrisReyes]

@Princess Athena Villaresco ariana is a real talent tho

[@steveheckle8847]

@Bønzëaux Błëuxgrēn that's the biggest load of bollocks av ever heard in my life, Ariana is not even close to Mariah, Ariana has a very immature voice for one, two, she's not the vocal athlete Mariah was, and three, her Mariah renditions we're auto tuned to death, av a day off will ya mate.

[@kcsunshine7408]

Ariana can learn a bit about respecting those who paved the way and set the dynamics of the very music she sings today!!!

[@Gmez759]

@@steveheckle8847 half the time I have no idea what Ariana is even saying when she’s singing because her pronunciation is so bad and she’s actually known for this. This is because her voice can be quite muffly and breathy which makes it harder to pronounce your words. Mariah has never had a problem with that oop

[@melissatercero3645]

2 of the best voice ever Rest In Peace queen of soul 😭😭

[@gwendolynhewitt4958]

Melissa Tercero nice try mixy mariah

[@tkgotfans8684]

Mariah was holding back out of respect for Aretha she’s said plenty of times “when the queen of soul sings you stand back and let her sing” that’s why Mariah was holding back 😌

[@kendrickking469]

Ah I love her for it

[@oneib4519]

.. the late mdm aretha f. told in the vid its unrehearsed..courteous enuf for ms carey to wait the turn by the hand signal from mdm a. Franklin like a tribute show.. well its now properly the one

[@bertojr2130]

i wonder why she always put things like its a competition 🤷‍♂️🤷‍♂️ sometimes its about having fun

[@melaninenriched7844]

TKGOTFANS Holding back what exactly? I like Mariah but if you think Aretha had any competition on stage then you don't know much about her musicality. Aretha had to outshine big singers that are still legendary singers and she did.

[@tkgotfans8684]

Melanin Enriched Mariah wasn’t even really trying to sing at all & mariah could have did one whistle note & stole the WHOLE show Mariah holds the record for hitting the highest note in history

[@marianwilliams5689]

Rip Arethea Franklin 1948-2018 You will be missed

[@natewashington2960]

Marian Williams 1942 to be exact

[@astro6152]

Stfu thats my Grandmother

[@anyib.3150]

1942 read wiki or an article

[@leebuckton3453]

I love Mariah’s voice here, those heavenly runs!!! 😍 One of my favourite live performances ever !!! 🎶🙏🏽

[@GarageStudio7]

It truly doesn't get better than this; that auditorium was full of musical bliss that night ✨ Rest in Perfect Peace, Aretha Franklin: The Queen of Soul ⛅ She adored Mariah and always mentioned how respectful Mariah was 😍

[@karenwinston2833]

ARETHA: She "Let you know exactly what it is! What it is, what it is, what it is!!! 😍🙌 Yes Queen, sleep now...you're good! 🙏

[@seerpou]

and this is why mariah carey is legendary. if the MS ARETHA FRANKLIN adores and respects you, then you are a legend

[@christopherwilson868]

One of my fave performances😍 Aretha loved her some Mariah and that's a fact❤. Mimi was so shy and wanted Aretha to sing the entire song. That's her bighest idol ever and now she's gone😔 R.I.P the Queen of Soul and the Soul itself❤😔😞

[@caiolucas8257]

She wasn't much shy when she went note for note with Patti tho. Let's face the facts, her vocal wasn't alright in this night, Aretha attempted to get her to sing more several times and often Mariah refused because her voice was not alright that night.

[@craigmills3583]

Love this duet. Remember it well when it aired in the 90's. 2 amazing divas together and 2 of the absolute best singers. You can see the influence Aretha had on the next generation of proper singers. I love how respectful Mariah is too, not trying to out sing Aretha, just letting her lead and only going for it when Aretha encourages her and even then holding the mic pretty far from her mouth. Classy.

[@billyhandika6469]

Mariah's tone in this era sounds pleasant to my ears 🖤

[@maurogentile7669]

That run Mariah did while belting at 3:27 👏👏👏😍😍 she was tired that day and her voice is not as dramatic as Aretha's but she CAN SING!!!

[@mcmac9565]

the way Mariah sung that phrase and Ree interweaved after her @ 2:53....danggggg..you just dont mess with the Queen when it comes to adlibs n improvs..She's too quick for that lol..but Mariah definitely held her own..if anything they both complimented each other here.

[@peaceangels8396]

She did a great job ❤🎉

[@Dtzeo503]

The queen that lived longer than MJ or Whitney Houston. Aretha lived a good life of positivity. Love her.

[@foxxyriley]

Rest In Heaven Queen you will be Truly Missed..

[@sarajones684]

Her voice gives me chills I love her ❤️😪

[@leohines8483]

Yes... She just had it... And so many others that just sangggggg and wouldn't strain one bit

[@MrJpanese]

I just absolutely love this performance. The way Mariah respects Aretha and always gives her space is truly great to see.

[@kung-fukennyfamily]

R.I.P Stephen Hawking , Fredo santana , XXX , Avicii , Barbara Bush , Queen Aretha Franklin 👑and all People we lost this Year💔.

[@tobyjohnson7115]

And Mac Miller

[@lovedatoob23]

Mariah's natural beauty radiates here - this is such a great duet! Two incredibly gifted women sharing the stage with such love and respect.

[@pdgf]

Notice how Mariah is good friends with fellow legends and also true singers like Aretha, Patti, George, Whitney, Mary while those who hate on her are trash artists like Niki, J-hoe and Demi-i-don't-know-her-either!

[@pdgf]

N T hating on somebody is not just with words, being disrespectful by texting while you are singing on stage is an example. I am sure you know about that incident.

[@milostopalovic9765]

@N T Yes jlo didnt say anything bad. She just went in 2001 with her then manager(mariahs ex husband)tommy mottol to steal music from mariah and use it to become her own(i'm real, jlos first no1 song featured mariahs sample.)

[@primewilmusean829]

@N T hey where are you now to reply the other comments in this section? Is it because you have lost your argument? Lol, have several seats please

[@santiadame6781]

Nicki is NOT a trash artist. There’s multiple talents, not only singing. Nicki raps and is the best female rapper and of the best rappers of all time.

[@chhaylong8872]

Santi Adame but her attitude is’t classic as her talent just saying

[@michaelgallegos2293]

I am so sad to hear that she is gone...but this video cheers me up that she was able to sing with so many other legends such as Mariah Carey. :-)

[@Duckypie06]

Mariah is very respectful, not trying to be a dueling diva 😂

[@andhiewuu]

“Mariah they’re playing games and I’m not having the games! So we won’t be rehearsing this song tonight.” -Aretha

[@EJM659]

Mariah such a respectful queen ❤️

[@couning3238]

The hands of mariah omg so legendary 👏👏👏

[@sandhyanagarajan]

Two legendary vocalists on stage! RIP Aretha.

[@seerpou]

this is how you become a legend. you respect the legends before you.

[@jaybeetv5808]

Mariah is so raspy but do you HEAR those runs at 3:25 and 3:43 she can sing through ANYTHING no rehearsal, and RIP to the Queen of Soul, Mariah said if you’re singing any type of R&B, you were influenced by Aretha no questions asked.

[@thedivasofsupreme6190]

JayBeeTV Ikr

[@complextrocassette-carotta9889]

yes !!! goosebumps !!

[@THEE.apples]

Right! Her nodules was acting up that night.

[@mariahslamb6565]

Is that an actual quote?

[@jaybeetv5808]

Mariahs Lamb there’s a radio interview of her doing an impersonation of Aretha and she said something along the same lines

[@bigmaryfan]

Rip Aretha Franklin The Queen Of Soul Gone but You would never be forgotten 1942-2018

[@user-cc616]

RIP ARETHA FRANKLIN THE ONLY QUEEN OF SOUL... will be missed. Nothing but GOD given TALENT👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿. When music was good.

[@brjiggacity]

When Aries unite its something serious. 2 dynamic vocalists.

[@MrWouda]

"The Meaning of Mariah Carey" Mariah Carey's 2020 memoir brought me here on Oct 31th, 2020 At 1:20pm pst Two beautiful black queens👑 the love and respect they have for each other is shown out through this performance rest in peace Ms.Franklin

[@chakyagaillard0217]

Rip Aretha Franklin

[@arturovallejo555]

Loveee Mariah and Aretha!! Saludos desde Chile. Queennnn Divas!!

[@imanthonywilson]

R.I.P Queen Of Soul 👑

[@highstreetmanilabyronvalen4955]

MARIAH CAREY RUNS ARE OUT OF THIS WORLD. VERY SOUL VOCAL RUNS ITS SO GOOODDDDD

[@TheLinainverse5]

Both queens and legends singing together...truly a classic and a blessing... rest well Aretha Franklin

[@iansalvacion_]

I went here after reading Mariah's memoir.... the only duet from that night! Holy!!!!

[@JDT82]

Same here... I'm just finishing up Mariah Carey's memoir (audiobook).

[@ChrisXIllustratesXGaming]

This was 20 years ago wow!

[@JustAnotherCurl]

BLESSINGS UP TO THE QUEEN OF SOUL 💚 what a beautiful soul shown through her music. Salute to an Icon, you will be remembered 💕

[@twinborn3850]

Aretha was so effortlessly hitting those notes

[@cutesexysoft]

The Queen and her daughter!!!!!

[@sandymuddy5766]

Watched this many times, Aretha appeared to be having breathing problems at first. Aretha chose Mariah to sing duet with her...only time that has ever happened!

[@callan9767]

Great performance. The Queen of Soul will be truly missed. One of a kind.

[@beyonceknowles3884]

Two legends

[@mpdaugherty8549]

Rest in peace Aretha Franklin. God bless your family. Amen

[@hughw2377]

They had such chemistry, even more through the music!❤

[@destineetyson7756]

I love you Ms Mariah Carey and rip ms Aretha Franklin my favorite singer of all time ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️♥️♥️♥️❤️❤️♥️♥️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🕊️🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@baggergurl16]

My god I remember watching this divas show as a kid when it came out in 1997 or 1998. And I have never forgotten it every one of those ladies on that stage that night earned the title of Diva 👑🎤🌹💋

[@ajdahousekid5608]

The Queen will definitely be missed 😢😢😭😭

[@westcoastgirl]

It’s nice to see Aretha so happy and playful . Mariah looks beautiful here . Great performance .

[@shakendriamurphy2302]

R.i.h. aretha franklin!!!

[@shontelpatterson6995]

All hail the Queen of soul !!!!!! Rest in peace Aretha Franklin

[@pepperann6288]

For this to not even be rehearsed!! LOVE THIS PERFORMANCE! I LOVE MARIAHS VOICE ON HERE!!! Aretha killed it too of course!

[@erarung28]

Gosh i never how precious this moment back then

[@MrDLOC11]

Rest In Peace blessed Queen 🙏👑 Look how happy Aretha is!! With no rehearsal they handled it, truly a highlight in both careers❤️💙

[@2029killtime]

She’s so adorable “don’t go nowhere”

[@lupitagonzalez7949]

You guys need to bring DIVAS back!

[@Ti_wes]

RIP Aretha Franklin ❤

[@traincho1]

Two of the great singers of all times and my lovers! I cry that we lost Aretha Franklin - another wonderful voice, of the most incredible music!

[@orangecloudzzz]

Mariah and Aretha have always loved and respected each other. They are a great example of how queens carry themselves

[@PrinceMatthewOfTH]

I love Mariah and her huge hair.

[@m.finastr5600]

"Don't go no where ..." 4:08 Haha iconic

[@marshawnstewart2878]

Rest in Peace Queen we love you and miss you💗💗💗💗😇😇😇 haven got new choir member today

[@SissyD61]

Dear God, You gave us a Queen of Soul. What a blessing she was to so many of us that knew the meaning of R E S P E C T. Now she is home with you and we will always be able to hear that now Angelic voice!

[@psycholudens546]

Who's here after reading the chapter DIVAS on Mariah's book? Two Legends! R.I.P. Aretha

[@nauticaazure]

RIP QUEEN👑 OF SOUL , ARETHA FRANKLIN ❣️, rest easy beautiful🙏🏾

[@SOU877]

Princess and Queen🎙️💃💃

[@ambercooper8947]

The respect Mariah threw on her name. #neverforget

[@childofgod724]

Who’s here after reading Mariah’s memoir!?

[@thecharlieL]

ME!!! Lol I’m reading the part where a certain “diva” tried to out sing Aretha and Mariah wasn’t having it. 😅

[@childofgod724]

CharlieL *cough* CELINE *coughs louder* I loved the look on Mariah’s face after this dive tried to out sing Aretha lol

[@thecharlieL]

M Carver Ooo okay I have to go back and watch it!

[@paulp4342]

They should’ve released this as a single together. Number 1 hit in my opinion. Best song on the night by a mile and not even rehearsed. Just shows the talant of both women

[@jenpot25]

Legends for sure both respectable in their own right/s. What i love about Mariah is her attitude towards any artist especially those that came before her she sis so.humble and so respectful. Its amazing inspite of the age Ms. Franklin still has the pipes. RIP and thank u for the Music Ms. Aretha Franklin

[@LindaK726]

RIP Queen of Soul. So glad I got to grow up listening to your music. Gone but never forgotten. 💖

[@alexasy9433]

Mariah carey is really high notes tone.i love both

[@tmasaev0gansta782]

Gone home to meet her Lord 😇 Truely A Special Queen Never To Be Forgotten 👸 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

[@princesssimone896]

R E S P E C T I P

[@aliciar3468]

Rest In Power 👑

[@redwoods7370]

Rest in peace our beautiful queen. Thanks for everything.