Early this morning, Aretha Franklin passed away from advanced pancreatic cancer at the age of 76. During her incredible career, Franklin won
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The choir of angels now have the greatest voice of all time to lead, praise and join in to sing before Jesus. I wanted to share this photo because it shows just how soulful Aretha was without uttering a word. To say I was humbled to be in her presence would be an understatement. pic.twitter.com/R2lxjXwDO8
— Faith Hill (@FaithHill) August 16, 2018
Reba McEntire shared footage of her covering Aretha's hit song "Respect" during the 1988 CMA Awards.
I?ve had so many influences in my life, and one of them is the Queen of Soul. Rest In Peace, Aretha. I?ll sing this one for you. https://t.co/GcwwWioHsl
— Reba McEntire (@reba) August 16, 2018
As news of Aretha's passing spreads, even more country stars are sharing their favorite performances and memories of the beloved singer-songwriter.
An unbelievable woman and voice. It was an honor to meet and perform with the Queen of Soul. RIP Aretha Franklin ???https://t.co/BQBtdPuoZO
— Shania Twain ??? (@ShaniaTwain) August 16, 2018
Whether it was Gospel, Blues, Jazz, R&B, Pop,or Civil Rights, Aretha Franklin was the greatest gift and the voice of a generation. She could turn any song into a hymn. She will be greatly missed here on earth, but that band in heaven just got our Angel
Rest In Peace Aretha— Willie Nelson (@WillieNelson) August 16, 2018
So sad to hear the passing of @thearethafranklin. She truly may have been the one that taught the angels to sing. God rest your soul in the heavenly choir.
— Anita Cochran (@TheAnitaCochran) August 16, 2018
RIP Aretha... ? You will always be the true queen. https://t.co/8Y1qXf8AHq
— Lindsay Ell (@lindsayell) August 16, 2018
I can always say I lived in the time of #ArethaFranklin. But today I?m brokenhearted. Travel safely, Queen of Soul. (I recorded this clip at the @ejaf gala last Nov. I was so fortunate to be there, one of her last performances) pic.twitter.com/d3vWsbu6ne
— rosanne cash (@rosannecash) August 16, 2018
Some singers you hear and think, ?yeah, I can do some of that.? Others you hear and think, ?NO WAY. I?m not touching that shit.? Thanks Aretha Franklin for a whole mess of shit we can?t touch. pic.twitter.com/WfuCGjhKrO
— Will Hoge (@WillHoge) August 16, 2018
RIP Queen of Soul and of all our hearts ???? #ArethraFranklin pic.twitter.com/d7t7xDAF1U
— Lucie Silvas (@LucieSilvas) August 16, 2018
Raining in Tennessee for the #QueenOfSoul. Thank you, @ArethaFranklin ?? pic.twitter.com/n8iaIEg6eQ
— Maggie Rose (@IAmMaggieRose) August 16, 2018
One of my favorites. Rest In Peace ?? Queen of soul! #respect #youbetterthink #arethafranklin pic.twitter.com/vWDsYPPzhT
— Jon Pardi (@JonPardi) August 16, 2018
So sad to hear about Aretha Franklin. She represented strength and empowerment... not to mention that voice. If you?re a vocalist, no matter which genre, you look up to that voice. #RipArethaFranklin ?
— Cassadee Pope (@CassadeePope) August 16, 2018
Legends never die. ?? pic.twitter.com/7RL072nODe
— Margo Price (@MissMargoPrice) August 16, 2018
For years, I?ve asked people to watch this performance by #ArethaFranklin
As much as I?m moved by the performance itself, I?m moved by watching the audience come to realize? in just a few bars? that they?re witnessing the greatest live performance ever.https://t.co/r0D96r833p
— Chely Wright (@chelywright) August 16, 2018
Sending my love and prayers to the family and friends of the incomparably influential Aretha Franklin. Her legacy will live on forever. https://t.co/aNb6RWhdl9
— Jo Dee Messina (@jodeemessina) August 16, 2018
The greatest voice ever! Sending love and prayers to @ArethaFranklin family, friends and fans. Her music will live forever. RIP https://t.co/KiOR63E5Iw
— Travis Tritt (@Travistritt) August 16, 2018
Rest in Peace, sweet Aretha #QueenOfSoul. We loved you and your music oh so much. An absolute legend that can never be replaced! pic.twitter.com/XwGjk2iLw8
— Rascal Flatts (@rascalflatts) August 16, 2018
https://twitter.com/billyraycyrus/status/1030105936122261510
What a gift your voice was to this world and will forever continue to be #ArethaFranklin You will be GREATLY missed. My heart breaks knowing that you are gone... only from physical form though. You and your voice will live on and inspire for eternity! #QueenOfSoul
— LeAnn Rimes Cibrian (@leannrimes) August 16, 2018
Rest in Power Queen. Today is a sad day ? https://t.co/Nat5BXo7ph
— Mickey Guyton (@MickeyGuyton) August 16, 2018
