Aretha Franklin - Amazing Grace/How I Got Over

Detroit will never forget it's daughter. The Queen, The late great Ms. Aretha Franklin. Here singing for Pope John Paul II visit to Detroit on September 19, 1987 at Hart Plaza. Min. Thomas Whitfield on piano and Rev. Charles H. Nicks, Jr. & The St. James Missionary Baptist Church Mass Choir in the background.

[@gooffgoff89]

The choir is so stunned and captivated by her talent they stopped singing to enjoy her!!! 🤣❤️

[@UncleDuTheWatchman]

It makes NO sense how absolutely GREAT Aretha Franklin was. JESUS!

[@nickmidwest6253]

What people don't get is that Re is human too. Her testimony shows that even someone so great and wonderful can go through loss and pain. RIP Queen!

[@gooffgoff89]

So beautifully stated. ❤️👌🏽

[@tavii80sbaby82]

It’s the Natural rasp in her voice in this stage of her life for me😍😍😍😍

[@coffeeinbed69]

Just seeing white people and black people and a few other nationalities praising God to gather almost makes me cry. Where did we loose this. Help us Jesus get back to that father.

[@gmnboss]

The Choir is in awe..just like the rest of us

[@deniseatlanta6102]

Traditonal African-American Gospel at it's best!! I'm happy that she didn't change her sytle of singing for those that may have never attend a AA church; but she stayed true to her roots... RIH Aretha. The Queen has gone to see the KING (JESUS)!!

[@divawho]

I’m here in July 2020, all HAIL the Queen!

[@sugarbowl3]

Amazing traditional soulful deep down black spiritual singing !! Ain’t nothing like it .. you can’t imitate it .. you’re born and raised with it .. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️💙💜🧡

[@h.f.youngtransportation2151]

I was driving and almost pulled over.. from the first note chill and tears started to flow... Jesus 🙏

[@stephenyoung8853]

Aretha had a gift which she shared with us her entire life. We're also very fortunate we live in this electronic age where her music can be listened to for many generations to follow.

[@bobby12348]

Yes so true!!😁

[@tequilaporter1610]

Beautiful Queen😘RIP Ms Aretha

[@justin7sanchez]

it's cool to hear how Aretha picks up where Mahalia left off and takes it in her own direction. ❤︎

[@michaelscott7462]

Justin Sánchez A very insightful observation.

[@jasonlindsey9946]

She took any song in her direction. One of a few voices in history that will live on!

[@ronniewilburn6368]

One of the most versatile artists, that has ever lived. Her voice was R&B, Rock&Roll, classical,jazz...to name a few. God spoke to us, when the Queen sang🧚🏾‍♀️

[@anj5955]

We can sing so many songs but it's nothing like singing the Gospel. Amazing job Aretha

[@johnyearwood7577]

You know the root of finding peace is in gospel music. Thanks for the reminder that Gospel music heals Every thing! Wow she sang that gospel, it is truly amazing. Such strong tireless vocals praising a God like no other.

[@aprilmay1403]

I love her so much

[@tamaramadison7563]

Aretha Franklin RIP beautiful sister of God

[@babydollm2571]

She bridged the gap of generations with her gift.Black white young old rich poor saved and sinner appreciated her talent.Everybody knew a Riri song.Timeless immeasurable soulful songs from the 60s even until now.Long after her transition we will be enjoying these angelic renderings.Rest in paradise Queen….that heavenly choir is something!

[@Brooklyn_NY7]

Her beautiful voice will be missed!

[@alethiabrown898]

Terrance Wilson indeed😢

[@daciascott3446]

Yes it will be missed

[@valnaples]

AMEN! she could REALLY sing it! bless her always....grew up with her songs in the 70's!

[@royestrada3593]

Terrance Wilson no 1 has that voice do they? She was a natural instrument with that heavenly voice

[@manb4war]

Look at those robes, when choirs were choirs...Aretha never lost the spirit, you can listen to this 20 years after and it hits you like you were there. THAT'S GOSPEL

[@carollouis1941]

I was first introduced to Aretha's music in 1962 when I purchased the vinyl album, "The Tender, The Swinging, The Moving." I was in the USAF at the time, and I played it for all my friends in the barracks so they could be introduced to this soulful singer. I special ordered her other albums on Columbia. She autographed an 8 Track tape of hers in 1968 at a military base in Coronado, CA. Someone broke into my car and stole it. I think I still have a letter she wrote me in 1972 after I sent her a birthday card. My kids grew up listening to Aretha, and we will all miss the Queen.

[@selease]

Thank you! I've got to find this!

[@beebop9808]

What's amazing is all the beautiful music that woman gave us thru her lifetime. God love you beautiful lady!

[@jakobvalko561]

how everyone manages not to cry their eyes out is beyond me

[@ashleyjarrell48]

I just can't stand the fact that she is gone. Greatest of all time...

[@keensterd3654]

Me too. I miss her. Incredible woman.

[@claudetteholloway1126]

Me either...

[@francislhicks4674]

🙌🙏There's Nothing Like This Type Of Singing!💒🙏🙏

[@ThatOneMule]

There will never be another like this lady. We were lucky to share this world with her.

[@edithlong1260]

You got that right. She was once in a life time.

[@dr.l.thomas6804]

She stay true to her gospel roots. She was always excited to sing it

[@flordenemason6116]

Aretha was a gifted lady in her singing she will be truly mist.

[@darricklong7731]

Her voice alone is the choir. Lord I need the Male version of her voice.

[@watergreg5836]

This performance took place during the period of her second career highlight, when she achieved a No. 1 hit on the Billboard Hot 100.

[@MrStyle23]

What can you say, The Queen put it down! What is better than Aretha singing gospel music? Nothing for me, nothing at all. The Queen!

[@dejaizrobinson3858]

It really saddened my heart to lose Aretha she was a rare gem that we all loved and appreciated. Rest well Queen

[@emilym2521]

I was a young Catholic school girl of 12 when Aretha Franklin sang for the Pope. I was as moved then as I am now. I’ll never forget it. God Speed, queen.

[@earlinebeaman684]

I would like to repeat an epitaph from my mother's obituary to share with Aretha. A chapter read a page turned, A life well lived and a rest well earned. God Blessed you Aretha with a gift not shared by many. A great singer, activist and a great woman. Take your rest.

[@jonesboy29169]

She exited just as a Queen should... Love this Lady

[@hmariah123]

I miss my homie so much. And her singing always takes my breath away. We in Detroit lost an icon and a loveable auntie, and the world lost an incredible singer, presence and quiet civil rights activist.

[@cleopatrajones2024]

My favorite era of her voice. She looked the best also at this point. She was a treasure.

[@k.p.tatumsr.5780]

Amen.

[@bettyjones4674]

What voice, never be replaced. And love my god her beside him always.

[@fragilediamond3203]

She is a treasure. And she has always been beautiful. It really amazes me how women disrespect and fake compliment black women in the same breath: it’s a terrible habit that must cease. Arethas voice forever has been a treasure. Happy New Year #2021 let’s all do better. For the sake of your children (ironically she was drinking and smoking around this time.)

[@stephanie3506]

I agree!!!

[@tcalvin4196]

Oh my God that piano with Ms. Franklin's voice...AWESOME, AWESOME. God Bless you for gracing the World with your beautiful voice.

[@Tcwillie]

I can liisten to this song all day, reminds me so much of my mom walking through the house back in the day playing the 45 and singing, she loved Ms. Aretha, RIP Queen. 🙂.

[@CathyYTaylor]

Absolutely beatiful! And Bro Whitfield was playin' that piano!

[@4tressfortified]

I hope you are now singing with the angels in Heaven!!!!!!!

[@elainesterling9933]

Singing in the heavenly choir

[@annehiggins8801]

Great!

[@annehiggins8801]

She was anointed.

[@annieturner481]

SIP ,ARETHA, GOD, NO, WHEN HE NEED ANOTHER, VOICE, I DON'T,NO BUT, I CAN, SAY, THE LORD, GOT, SOUL, CAUSE, HE, LOVED, YOU, TO, SO,TO,YOU MS,ARETHA, YOU IN THE BIG HOUSE, NOW,SO, NOW YOU CAN SING, WITH WINGS,,,,,,LOVE,,US,☺

[@MikeDindu]

Guarantee you she is.

[@sashineb.2114]

Thank you for uploading this rare clip. It's such a hard time for so many people, losing the Queen. Rest in Peace, Aretha, and thank you for all of your gifts.

[@mznoitall51]

Take us to church come on now! She is like I will praise God all by myself!

[@deloresvaughan4711]

Aretha was a part of my childhood. She was one of my Father's favorite female singer. All you hear every Saturday was Aretha, Gladys, Patti. Thank You Aretha for your Spirtual Talented Gift . You will never ever be forgotten. Aretha is now singing with the Angels. R..I.P Queen of Soul

[@dawncampbell1284]

There will never be another Aretha Franklin. RIP💕

[@dr.antioneeakins5992]

Her voice transcends all.

[@gooffgoff89]

When I transition from this life, I want to see Aretha in glory. She was an artist beyond artist. Her talent cannot be fully described. Aretha was a diamond of a talent and a larger than life gift. ❤️🌹💕🙏🏽

[@beautymarc510]

Her voice was so rich and smoky in ‘87

[@shekimajackson6109]

I love to hear her sing this song it brings me to tears rest easy so beautiful

[@jesseknight1283]

Likewise 😢

[@michaelmoore570]

a voice like arthea Franklin only comes once in a millintion a thousand years may god be the glory

[@achosenvessel6563]

What a blessed singer......anointed to the brim.

[@ellisperry3230]

Rip aunt Aretha we love you you are now singing with the angels in heaven

[@Jevezy]

Feeling deeply sad looking at this in 2019, gone too soon. RIP the one and only Queen Of Soul.

[@alluretrena3057]

*R.I.P. ARETHA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*

[@elainesterling9933]

Rip Aretha Franklin Queen of Soul 😢😢

[@yepitsme73]

They really wasn't ready for this blessing!! R.I.Power Mrs. Aretha Franklin you're no longer suffering and you're now in peace. Thank you for bringing empowerment, respect, and being anointed thru words to a song. I see where Tasia got that shoulder shake from❤❤

[@vgaithersburg9547]

I just love me some ARETHA! One of a kind. Her sound always gives me peace. Amen

[@MrStyle23]

The exit is the best. They draped her fur on her! Go 'head Queen!

[@marthacain1468]

~ as a younger angel ... liting her heart to praise of Glory~Thanks , Sweet Jesus~

[@deloressingleton4888]

I WILL LOVE ARETHA FRANKLIN ALWAYS, JUST AMAZING VOICE

[@fredparker4082]

WHAT A AMAZING VOICE SHE WILL ALWAYS B REMEMBERED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@twania36]

It's hard to believe she's gone

[@rosemaryhorton2470]

Oh my GOD!!!! I can't believe I found this video I love this song, How I over my favorite gospel song. Yes lord take me to church. RIP Aretha Franklin.

[@irenelogan6180]

Aretha, Franklin you were just real people living your life, never knew fake love as some of the wicked characters in church nowadays. But you show love support from your youth early mother still obtaining Doctoral degree. You can't tell me the Lord's', heart hands wasn't with thee... Rest Easy Aretha, Re Re Franklin Queen of Soul

[@sheilabarron7206]

Rest in peace Aretha God bless you All♥️✌️ to you All

[@MickeyFletcher-n7i]

One of the greatest female singers of all time

[@stillirise4401]

What an incredible God given talent! Truly a treasure. RIP Queen Aretha Louise Franklin

[@marthaholman3656]

Rest my dear Sis,and I pray that you fine that peace that's coming to you. Love you and thank you Lord amen and amen

[@bonitahobbs2097]

Martha Holman. Oh my Lord!!! You said that, Sister!!!!

[@elainesterling9933]

In tears hearing her Sing RIP Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin 😢😢

[@melissariley8105]

May god bless the family of the queen of soul and may he keep you all

[@rosemaryswan406]

Miss Aretha the Great! Her name possibly Greek in origin means Virtue - excellent in every way. RIP "Queen of Soul".

[@reverendbobb5844]

The Queen of soul Aretha Franklin is gone,but she will never be forgotten,may you rest in peace my little song bird,and may heaven smile upon you!

[@MrMan943]

She took the city to church

[@chevydude658]

She looked and sounded just great here. I have always loved her sound. Soul is my favorite genre.

[@maewebb7048]

Ms Aretha Franklin was an Amazing singer and she will be truly missed by the world not just her family R.I.P. Queen !

[@deneenjeffries2768]

Such a powerful voice ringing out she sounded great singing outside! I wish I saw her live.

[@MsMarie0072]

I miss you Aretha Franklin soulful voice so much... Rest In Peace Queen

[@tanyapeterson667]

RIP TO A BEAUTIFUL SOUL! THE ONE AND ONLY HAIL TO THE QUEEN OF SOUL ARETHA FRANKLIN! STILL LISTENING IN 2019! AND TO YOU TUBE THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF YOUR NICE AND POSITIVE COMMENTS!

[@brendasamuels9037]

Listening to this with tears in my eyes what an amazing icon in our lives she touched many for decades and decades to come with her beautiful voice rest in paradise ,you will be greatly honoured and missed for many decades to come we love you Aretha Franklin till we meet again in gods glory

[@alexmassie9549]

My mother is 75yr old and told me all about Aretha Franklin and her roots and her good music she has an amazing voice that were Touch You by just listening to her sing we will miss you Aretha Franklin.

[@charissew4798]

😢😢😢😢I miss Aretha Franklin.

[@marthacain1468]

R~E~S~P~E~C~T...she taught the world, black, white & all shades in between to spell it, feel it, show it~by heart/soul

[@fredb7654]

When Her Majesty The Queen of Soul sings,the entire choir goes mum! Viva Queen Aretha,forever Queen of Soul

[@leahjenkins9330]

That hair cut fitted real nice on her. Real nice. R.I.P beautiful Queen

[@cassandradennis5685]

HALLELUJAH!!!🙏🏽😇❤, My God!!!!

[@marthaalvarez8872]

Peace my sister RIP job well done

[@verionagreen5257]

Amen Amen 🙏🙏🙏

[@spraginsrosie4441]

That's good sanging and preaching! Come on ReRe.

[@mynewyork165]

This is the message of hope that we all need to hear during these times! RIP Queen of Soul & Gospel! Thank you for all that you've done!

[@gdbrabenec]

Great Detroit history, thanks so much for posting and God bless Aretha.

[@ladywithclass9674]

Thank you so much for sharing this is a gem and she will forever be miss, she is singing in the arms of God now- thank you God for giving us Ms Aretha L. Franklin

[@christinebogle6257]

We are driving and listening, but I have to pull over I need a designated driver. Holy ghost party it's 2020. Hallelujah!!! Ayyyy

[@Dbydesign1]

A giant in music, not just Gospel music, has gone home to be with the Lord. God bless you Sis Aretha, for the joy, love and grace that you have given us. We cannot express sufficiently enough, what you have left us with just living your everyday life. Peace, be still*

[@angelaanthony4605]

Aretha Franklin was an amazing woman..person & singer may she continue to R. I. H. 🙏🏾💜💖

[@yvettecleveland2757]

Rip Aretha....condolences to her sons....luv how music brings people together!!!

[@jeanieparson8589]

Thank you so very much for posting this! Aretha is truly a Legend and will be greatly missed because there will NEVER be another one like her! Rest in Glory Queen Aretha! You legacy will live on forever Amen!

[@stephanierickenbacker2446]

I can't wait to get the Gospel Album. Well Done! RIP Aretha

[@kevinharris3993]

An amazing voice given by an amazing GOD

[@Ellen5412]

YES LORD!! 🙋🏽‍♀️☝🏽 RIP #ArethaFranklin 👸🏽💫🦋⚘🎼

[@mtj5758]

Yes! Chills all over me! RIP Queen Aretha

[@annfears1724]

Ms. Aretha Franklin, The Queen, you deserve that title. Yes.🙏

[@rudolphjones4657]

I know y’all heard that note 📝 baby we gone miss you 😘 Queen 👸🏾

[@deloressturdivant-young6950]

Aretha Franklin's voice was truly Amazing!!! R. I. P.

[@pamelamark2596]

REST IN PEACE MY DEAR......MISS. ARETHA FRANKLIN. WE MISS YOU ALREADY...WHAT A AMAZING VOICE YOU LEFT THE WORLD.

[@karlcupid1274]

You are the queen mother of Soul and princess of gospel. Thank you for your voice and the music you have created. RIP Aretha.

[@mauseleatebowie9768]

Truly truly truly a BLESSING to have known such an anointed person who loved the LORD and his SON JESUS. Amazing Grace and Precious LORD was just 2 of my favorites. Sleep on my sister, you will truly be missed, but thank GOD for the blessings you left behind.

[@TAZZ-nw6jl]

MY GREAT GRANDMOTHER USE TO GO TO HER FATHER CHURCH AND PREACH AS A GUESS FOR HIM I JUST WISH THAT I WOULD HAD THE PLEASURE TO MEET HER. R.I.P MS. ARETHA FRANKLIN AND TELL MY GRANDMOTHER AND GREAT GRANDMOTHER HELLO FOR ME.

[@Kinggregory98]

Vocals are so amazing & inspirational... Just play her own recordings at her memorial ..

[@anjelheaven]

Same thing I said!

[@danicapiero2498]

@@anjelheaven They intend to during the Viewing.