The “Queen Of Soul” Aretha Franklin Had A Career That Deserves Your Respect

Her Sisters Were A Big Part Of Her Early Success

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Aretha Franklin entered the entertainment industry at a very early age, and always had the support of her family. While she was performing in her father’s Baptist church at a young age, she also had the support of her sister’s on some of her earliest recordings.

Franklin’s sisters, Carolyn and Erma, as well as her cousin Brenda Bryant, all sang background on Aretha Franklin’s early records. Both sisters would also go on to find success in the music industry, acting as singer’s and songwriter’s throughout their careers.