Aretha Franklin - Wholy Holy (Official Audio)

The official audio of "Wholy Holy" by Aretha Franklin with James Cleveland and The Southern California Community Choir from the album 'Amazing Grace' (1972). 'Amazing Grace' earned Aretha a Grammy in 1973 for Best Soul Gospel Performance and remains the best selling Gospel album of all time.
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An icon of 20th and 21st century music, the voice of the civil rights movement, and the undisputed Queen of Soul-there is only one Aretha Franklin. In her incredible six-decade career, Aretha evolved from teenage gospel star to reigning pop and R&B diva, recording classics like “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “Chain Of Fools”, “Think” (lyrics by Aretha Franklin), definitive versions of the songs “Respect” and “I Say a Little Prayer”, and global hits like “Freeway Of Love,” “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”, and “A Rose Is Still A Rose.”
Altogether, 112 of her singles reached the charts, with 20 No. 1 R&B singles, the most ever by a female artist. She won 18 Grammy Awards (including the first eight trophies for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance) and, out of recognition for her for indelible contribution to American music and culture, received both the Presidential Medal of Freedom and a Pulitzer Prize.

[@TheRobirobster]

This song kept me during the darkest times of the last 4 years - COVID, Racial Injustice and horrible Politics. I would turn this on and just play it over and over whenever it got to be way too much. This song reminded me to stay hopeful - faithful. My family played it often on Sunday morning when I was a child - I always loved it. And when I needed it most in my adult life, it was there for me - restored me. Music is truly the voice of the divine ❤️. My Lord if we could just come together Wholy Holy 🙏🏽.

[@wb923]

I play this song 🎵 over and over to remind me of love and the foundation was laid out . But yet we forget..2 much violence prejudice . I keep my soul planted and imagine the love ❤ that God has planned

[@TheRobirobster]

@@wb923 Yes to all you have said 💛

[@bluelove3834]

Amen and amen

[@marioladunn1134]

I remember Moma played this when we would be on our to church,when I was a teenager, I love this song, Gospel music has helped me all my life.

[@estellepatella2520]

I have been suffering tribulations for tha past couple of months. This song has lifted me up. I can tolerate the pain. I know the Lord is with me and is healing me, both my body and my soul.

[@shyramecole5574]

It don’t make sense how amazing she sounds!..Just gives me chills..Her voice is an instrument 🎷 🎺🎻🎹🎸🎼

[@susansmith5844]

A one in a BILLION instrument at that.

[@justred5164]

I could listen to her all day

[@nichelle1942]

I Loved This Song For Years .... I Just Found Out Marvin Gaye Wrote it & Now I'm In More Tears . Go Head Jesus , Marvin , Aretha & that Choir !!!!!!!!!!!!! Pure Excellence !!!!!

[@bernie1740]

Trivia: Aretha and Marvin grew up together in Detroit. Marvin dated Erma Franklin briefly.

[@andreacheney3593]

@@bernie1740 Didn’t Marvin grow up in Washington DC?

[@bernie1740]

@@andreacheney3593 Marvin spend good amount of time in Detroit, of course.

[@anthonyhunter6882]

This isn’t just the greatest album of Christian music ever, it is one of the greatest albums ever Recorded.

[@victoriajohnson5461]

Most amazing background vocals ever! Harmonizing no words!🤗🤗🤗🤗

[@isaacsgeorge1775]

Same here........I really love the background vocals.........they sounds like Angel's. Love it.

[@harrietjohnson1930]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@debrawalker2414]

This song hit me to my soul my core..My My Lord God have mercy..Music 🎶 🎵 🪕 🎼 💿 🎸 🎶 is a voice of God..One thing I can say if you come into the comments section you will always find someone and everyone talking and saying something about Almighty God 👌 🙂 🙏 To lift up someone spirit ✨ 🙏 🙌 💛 💖 💗 ✨ 🙏 ThankYou comments section 💖 😊 ❤ 😘 ☺ 💙 💖 May God Truly Bless Everyone 💖 😊 😘 I know you can't help it 🙏 because I can't either 😅 😉 😊 🙏 😄

[@stucker1214]

This is the kinda song where just can't believe your ears. You play it and wonder how is it that humanly possible to sound like that let alone phrase and manipulate your voice like that. Wait. That's you on piano too. 🤯

[@bigarj2]

I was struggling at my new job a few years ago, the Lord JESUS CHRIST used this song to minister to my soul.

[@vanjohnson9837]

If this song don't inspire you,you don't have a soul.jan2020.

[@trezze.r671]

No

[@ronaldoduncan5801]

Say that!!

[@paulsundberg7642]

Been listening to this since 1972. Wholy Holy is one of the most transporting songs on the album. I'm in the heavenlies, "joining my voice with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven ..."

[@ronaldoduncan5801]

Yes, Lord!!!

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

Have mercy. This was RETARDED LIVE. The choir could barely concentrate because Aretha is pulling everyone’s necks and STILL F it up❤️❤️

[@DanielCarter-r1f]

I was working at a mom,and pop store when I first heard this song,it was addictive,and I just couldn't get enough of it,and til this day there isn't a gospel artist who takes me as close to glory as this.

[@erainalewis6092]

😊

[@evapeace2385]

I’ve never been so focused on background singers! Just beautiful!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Swoop2565]

Jus saw the Amazing Grace documentary.....this performance is the pinnacle of the film ❤️🙏🏾

[@diva4tv]

It is sweet.

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

That damn choir (those Cissys in the back, Jesus)🤯🤯🤯 These were young people (mostly), too👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿I see why she chose HIS CHURCH🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯

[@justred5164]

Hamid X I’m watching it now, the choir is marching in! Hallelujah thank you Jesus!

[@joy4real2011platinum]

This song was written prophetically...before the end of this world, we must become wholly Holy, Holiness without which no man shall see God! Love is the precursor to holiness.

[@Cas82958]

Makes me cry everytime she starts singing this. Especially seeing her in the film.

[@westucker5665]

Was watching amazing grace on the plane, and heard this song! I had to get up from my seat and walk to the restroom, because I was REALLY FLYING,,, HOLY HOLY...GOD IS!! Even at 40,000 feet😇 Thank you Lord , in Jesus name I pray...amen Amen AMEN!

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

Those damn sopranos🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@darranblack1767]

I bet this song would calm down a protest rally, if playing on a loud outdoor speaker system

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

Amen✅

[@tristangustafson6020]

Amen 🙏✝️👼

[@paulodelorios8482]

@@darranblack1767 YES!!!!

[@angelina2020taylor]

This is my favorite song on this album as a child and still today

[@whenunouknow8879]

Tears rolled down my eyes. This is a gift above and beyond. 🙌🏿

[@lingra9541]

I FEEL THE SAME WAY.😎

[@debrawalker2414]

😢😢😢I'll share your tears 😢A-men 👏

[@RazorReg]

Ok how her vocal fade away and come back in at the end was so dope.

[@pamelagreenlee6134]

Absolutely Aretha

[@ronaldoduncan5801]

Yes indeed, so spiritual and so moving....now that I have seen the movie, it's even that more special now.

[@pamelagreenlee6134]

@@ronaldoduncan5801 so true

[@Sharon-p9f]

My gospel album. Rest well Aretha 🙏 Franklin 💓💓

[@treytaylor1511]

That part always kills me.

[@paulw1570]

On reflection at 57 years old...we may never see the like of this type of artist again. Be grateful she lived among us 🌹

[@Nicole-kx9vg]

yesssssssssss 🥰

[@musiclover-cn7tb]

​@@Nicole-kx9vgamen whew I'm happy she filmed this for the people who weren't born yet I enjoyed it after finding the movie at the library I always knew audio existed for this but not a live movie until I found it amen.

[@musiclover-cn7tb]

​my mom had the record

[@jtchaos1]

I can feel her spirit when she sings this song

[@poplife123]

That voice.....the depth ...the tone....the power.....i raise my head to the heavens in wonder and awe.....Wholy Holy.....

[@isaachartsell3574]

𝙰𝚖𝚎𝚗!!

[@ericbubbles8642]

In the words of Aretha Louise Franklin.”I Never Left The Church. I Took The Church With Me”. Yeah performing on stage. And performing at Church as well. God Rest Her Soul. The Queen Of Soul.

[@estellepatella2520]

Soooooooo beautiful. The choir sounds like angels from heaven. And Aretha.....well, there are just no words....

[@anuprestonia867]

This song by the Queen always inspires and offers hope, particularly now.

[@tishholley-howse9662]

Anyone listening to this in 2024….after the debates, I’m feeling sad and hopeless for where we are in this country. God help us…😢♥️🇺🇸

[@BlackRaspberry-r9x]

That's what I'm here for.

[@jeaninejefferson3131]

Listened to this every Sunday morning with my mom while getting ready for church. Fellowship started in our house before we left the house Sunday morning. Thank you God for the beautiful memories I made with my mom. Hallelujah!

[@mpjproducer]

chills and tears of joy!!!!

[@jamia6985]

AlLL HER HEART

[@debrawalker2414]

A-men 👏 A-men 👏 A-men 👏 🌄🌄🌄🌄ToGodBeTheGlory🌄🤧💯💯💯🥰🥰😢😢🤗

[@imperialdagger]

When this film was released in theaters I went to see it 4 different times. I bought the album when it came out in 1972 and to see the visuals finally was unreal.

[@peacefreedomandwealth]

Way different than the original version by Marvin Gaye but equally amazing.

[@SunQueen365]

Marvin introduced it to the world and Aretha took it to church🙌🏾 Two greats that are truly missed!!

[@kittykatz4001]

Yes! I still enjoy Marvin’s version too. 🎉 Both are great! I realize how powerful Aretha’s version is, but I still enjoy the original too.

[@cflo1023]

This is the STUDIO lead vocal!!!!!! The background girls also. The ACTUAL lead vocal is on the RE-RELEASE of Amazing Grace, 2 disc set!!!!!! In any case....SHE SINGS THE FOOL OUT IF period! I wish I knew these ladies names on background. Love the QUEEN forever.

[@rebeccajones5579]

One of the most Beautiful songs by Aretha Franklin. I remember listening to this whole album as a child at my Grandmother's house, I was totally mesmerized 🙏🏽❤

[@elainedouglas9650]

My favorite gospel album ever. I was a child when she recorded this. Her Dad's Church is in my old neighborhood & still stands today. Continue to Rest well, ReeRee.

[@lingra1438]

🙏🏿❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@musiclover-cn7tb]

I wasn't born yet but I thank my mom for introducing me to it I'm happy to know we can buy the film captured at her church and it's wonderful the church is still there too ❤❤❤ .

[@musiclover-cn7tb]

I'm glad it was filmed and I was in complete awe watching it back even Mick Jagger was in the spirit the people who attended were touched.

[@LacyDeBerry]

If you lived in SoCal in the 70's this album means something different to you. RIP Queen of Soul and thanks for making this dynamic album

[@mpjproducer]

Yes - even up in the Bay Area in the 70's - it meant so much to us - because we knew she did it in Calif at James Cleveland's church - you just felt it deeply!!!!! So many memories!!!

[@cecilyaustin4255]

Amen, yes i did. you're correct.

[@AboubacarSiddikh]

But this particular version is not on the complete recordings. She did a take each night but wasn't satisfied by either, did an instrumental take at the end of the second night and overdubbed the lead vocal later on. And the result was this version. So it is the only song of which there are three versions.

[@gwendolynsmith6423]

Lord, Im so glad

[@haysfordays]

thanks for sharing this info!

[@michaeltekulsky5665]

That’s interesting. I was wondering why the filmed version is so different. This is perfection, Structurally and emotionally.

[@kevincurry576]

Oh my God wholy holy touch my heart with a sound out of this world wow what a voice it make you tremble

[@WhitneyHouston4eva1]

Some of the songs were shortened on the complete recordings This is from the original Amazing Grace album which was released in 1972 and is available on cd

[@humanservices6354]

aretha was a master arranger too listen

[@LadyJones109]

🎵Jesus left a long time ago & said He would return but He left us a book to believe in & in it we’ve got a whole lot to learn 🎵

[@eh8674]

Jesus said once the holy spirit comes upon you, you need no man nor book to teach anything

[@leonthomas636]

Aretha, went back to her Church roots to make this delivery 🙏..

[@darranblack1767]

Play this to calm down a protest rally

[@Swoop2565]

😂😂😂

[@OCRATHLETE]

To see Aretha Franklin, the Trio, and the SCCChoir from AmazingGraceTheMovie, what an annointing performance

[@mogphil]

This song is an "Ever Green" Spiritual soothing genre. It will never loose its value "Today, Tomorrow and Eternally." Rest in Peace Aretha, you'll ever be in my Heart. As a Professional Music Teacher in South Africa, Mpumalanga Province, I will keep on teaching generations to come about your music.

[@angelina2020taylor]

Wholly Holy is still my favorite

[@karenseabrooks7806]

Mine too

[@sharonvanburen5156]

This Song proves who and what God is to his creation. It also teaches that not only is God Holy His love is Holy and change not.

[@munecadoll13]

Pure angels singing. Period.

[@bernie1740]

Marvin should’ve given this song to Miss Ree. She really did owned this one.

[@beigenegress2979]

I’m sure he loved 🥰 it. However, I like his version too.

[@rachellisette9183]

Stunning!! Wholly Holy 🙏💓

[@antonioberry4002]

Long live the Queen of Soul only one queen Aretha Franklin RIH with the Angels

[@grammyj17988]

She sung the thang ! What a gifted anointed golden throat! No wonder her dad said she could STONE sing - yesSuh

[@tanyabaker9274]

My favorite hymn from this album maybe if people would listen to the lyrics, they would stop hurting innocent people! Think!!🙏💯🙏🌹🌹🌹

[@lingra9541]

GOD ..THANK You For This VOICE😇

[@espiceowens9802]

Sang Aretha, she hitting those Octives at the end Wow amazing Thank You !!! RIP

[@nadyarossi5102]

Her voice reaches right up to Heaven at the end.

[@RayfieldA]

Now, on Aug. 24, 2022, I got to hear this amazing piece remastered, and finally married to the original video shot at that church in '72, accompanied by a live amazing orchestra at the Hollywood Bowl. Seeing young Aretha Franklin performing this on screen almost had me in tears as it had me missing my late grandmother and parents. I pray that someone posts the video from that night. It was So spiritual.

[@nathanburnett5186]

When I first heard this I swear it touched my Soul.... other singers do not try to replicate....

[@christopheryoung2896]

The HULU Documentary brought me here. Awesome ❤️🙏🏽

[@gwendolynsmith6210]

People we have got to come together. Queen you are so right. Let's pray our nations leaders get understanding. We truly can rock this earths foundation.💯❤ Another one of God's great works.

[@mrsbdubc2174]

I agree

[@gwendolynsmith3746]

I'm giving play by play scenario. About repair and restoration and they still don't believe!!! My surgery isn finished'Im not restored 😪 there are complications!!! From my surgery. I'm not and made whole!!! U til then chaos!!!

[@mechellestudio5430]

The movie “Amazing Grace” has me now listening to all her oldies. Love it. I’m climbing, and Mary don’t you weep are my FAVORITES!!

[@peterlydon5100]

... and I went to Reverend Cleveland's church in L.A. in the late 70s. Awesome!

[@bariirvin2101]

On my way to work trying not to cry...all of it is simply beautiful the vocals and the harp does it for me. Glad to share same bday with the Queen of Soul ❤️

[@katrinadurr2898]

Beautiful! This song brings tears to my eyes.

[@haysfordays]

Maybe the greatest music on here under 20K views???

[@venniebailey5311]

Still love this 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾need God to move expeditiously and with faith I’m sure He will show Himself in my current situation 😢

[@isaacsgeorge1775]

I love the background vocals .......it's like listening to angels singing.

[@beverlyharris9859]

AWESOME SENSATIONAL BEAUTIFUL HEAVENLY!!!!

[@vanjohnson9837]

If i get married again i ask god to provide me with a mate close to her equal.thank you queen of soul for all the memories.aug2020.

[@attnorthtexas1095]

Pure vocal perfection!!!!

[@tonycarr2516]

What a beautiful gospel song!

[@michaelmiller867]

Been listening for over forty years. This is a land that never grows old. Fresh.

[@atlienrider6048]

This woman's soul was/is too heavy for the here and now. Thank you for the upload.

[@antonioberry4002]

Absolutely wonderful from the Amazing Grace when ever yu listening to the Aretha Franklin song her voice moves an motivated

[@GPs-t3d]

Amazing ❤

[@philadushall6471]

This is a powerful song to me I play it in my car my house it's when you know you have done all you can do that part when you see us coming together God what a Time.

[@johmoosmann]

Makes me shed tears every time, The Spirit is absolutely formidable in this performance. Aretha’s voice is a true gift from God and he’s her instrument. Wow….just wow

[@lllcoxl]

Watched this on Hulu and it sounds so beautiful.

[@ciarrajohnson3849]

IDKWIWD if I was there in person to witness some shit like that (album)! THIS SHIT RIGHT HERE NIGGA...??? The modulations, the sopranos, etc😩😩😩😩

[@roseglenn5960]

This just a work of art, any way you look at it

[@valerieboynton53]

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[@sharonbingham5428]

To YAHWEH be the glory!! Yes praise HIM for HE is more than worthy to be praised! Holy holy holy great YAHWEH be Thou name.

[@MaiaLive]

I bought the album when it was released in 1972. I had just found out that I was on academic probation after my freshman year at University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. No one really knew what I was going through emotionally and Spiritually at that time but God. This album set my soul straight. I played it until the vinyl started skipping. This song here was liberating. Marvin did it first in that same period yet Aretha’s spin on it took it into the stratosphere. To be Wholy Holy is a different level. I surrender all.

[@gwendolynsmith3746]

Sing past the rafters,Aretha. Higher and higher.The Queen of Soul👑 Let's walk in HIS SHEKINAH LIGHT.😇

[@sharonvanburen5156]

This song is so Holy. It reminds me of the words Aretha other song, Never grow old. If the word of God does not age and fade away, this song will never. ever grow old.

[@missy1154]

Every time I I hear this song it reminds me of my mom she would play this song on her piano and sing just like Aretha

[@lima-echo-tango6279]

"Come together Holy" 🙏🏾 How much better we could be if "we believe in each others' dreams"👏🏾Amen

[@o.g.geezer7058]

An all-time favorite. Rest well, Queen. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@oshun2866]

This song takes me so many places.

[@primerye]

She is a Saint to give this to the world.

[@chiquitarandle3686]

The Holy Ghost fell upon me listening to this song one Sunday morning, while getting ready for church. I was 14yrs old. This song will always hold a special place in my heart. Thank you GOD! 🙌🏾

[@sarahbaartmansrevenge]

i have loved this version of this song for over 30 years. lordhavemercy!!!

[@meccamodai]

I shed tears of happiness everytime I hear this song. It's like being wrapped in the energy of the God and Goddess at one time.

[@jessicaweaver9963]

I absolutely love this. Prolific, soulful and stirring ,epic, and iconic.Amazing

[@AsToldByDrea]

A full body chill!! 🥰

[@latanyavaughan2439]

Never heard this so before. Just discovered it- totally amazing!

[@latanyavaughan2439]

*Song

[@d3athsquad843]

Ive been listening to this album for years. I have always come back to this when I need redirection and much guidance when times seem dark.

[@latanyavaughan2439]

@@d3athsquad843 You are so right, brother! Thank you!

[@d3athsquad843]

@@latanyavaughan2439 God Bless Sister 😆

[@phillipbaloyi2456]

The amazing Aretha I want to thank my brother in-law who introduced me to Aretha's songs ...I was still a teenager by then ...may his soul rest in peace ✌️

[@edwardthorpe2943]

ONE OF MY FAVORITE SONGS, BEEN LOOKING FOR THIS SONGH FOR YEARS.

[@ladyzinada5341]

Wholy HOLY!!!! JESUS said he shall return and I will Believe in his coming. All the strength he blesses inside me. Come on in love. Together. 🙏

[@Michael-ej6vq]

What can anyone say about Ms Aretha Blessed and Highly FAVORD ,A,MEN

[@ladyzinada5341]

Back again. I got to stay Holy Spirit Filled. God is good!!

[@ogbobbyharris5561]

Somebody please tell me a better gospel song than THIS? I'll wait

[@ashleydavis2964]

I love this song it has me in my deepest thoughts and tears still every time I hear this.........❤

[@sharonpeppers3341]

#ARETHAFRANKLIN #AMAZINGGRACE Aretha Franklin is the only person I know who can do justice to this spectacular song by the late Marvin Gaye. She took something secular and made it sacred. Whatca gift this woman had 😀👍👍👍🎸🎹🥁🎸💛❤️💖💜💚🧡💙

[@kimberlytaylor8550]

Chills & happy tears! Sing, Queen! 👏🏾

[@TG8HH]

God is always in the blessing business!

[@jeanettamelton5205]

When I Think about my mommy ..

[@utbr01]

una de las mejores versiones. maravillosa

[@cherylmelina3097]

Aretha! A true spiritual woman- long before turning secular. This IS a song to pay very close attention to the lyrics!

[@lionbstillongod6998]

VOCAL ROYALTY.........

[@lionbstillongod6998]

THATS IT .... THANK YOU ENJOY YR WKD.😊😊👍👍

[@vlaramconnamory]

I still love this one here thanks.

[@anonymous-rh1et]

So deeply moving....shazaam Ms. Franklin