Aretha Franklin Popular Song Rankings [2025]

A Deeper LoveAretha Franklin15rank/position

Aretha Franklin – A Deeper Love (Official Music Video)

Originally released in 1991 as a dance track by Clivilles & Cole.

This 1994 version by Aretha Franklin features backing vocals by Lisa Fischer.

The track reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

dance chart.

A Mother’s LoveAretha Franklin16rank/position

Aretha Franklin – A Mother’s Love

Aretha Franklin, known as the “Queen of Soul,” is an American songstress who showcased a wide musical range—including R&B, gospel, and jazz—through numerous classic albums released from the 1960s to the 1970s.

Her song “A Mother’s Love,” sung with deep affection for her mother, appears on both the 1966 album Soul Sister and the 1969 album Soft and Beautiful.

Marked by a melody and lyrics that evoke a spiritual sensibility, the song powerfully expresses the greatness of mothers and heartfelt gratitude, making it a masterpiece that fully displays her phenomenal vocal prowess.

It’s perfect not only as a Mother’s Day gift, but also for listening together while reminiscing about memories with your mom.

A Rose Is Still A RoseAretha Franklin17rank/position

Aretha Franklin – A Rose Is Still a Rose (Official Music Video)

A track depicted from a mother’s perspective, offering advice to young women.

Produced by Lauryn Hill and released as a single by Aretha Franklin in 1998, the track reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts and was certified Gold.

AngelAretha Franklin18rank/position

Aretha Franklin – Angel

This is a single cut from the album “Hey Now Hey (The Other Side of the Sky),” released in 1973 by Aretha Franklin, known as the Queen of Soul.

It’s a soulful song, and Aretha’s gentle vocals are pleasing to the ear.

April FoolsAretha Franklin19rank/position

April Fools

When talking about female soul singers, you can’t leave out Aretha Franklin—she’s an essential artist.

She’s also well known for having Akiko Wada as a fan.

“April Fools” is a song that really lets you savor Aretha’s voice.

The title refers to someone who’s been fooled on April Fools’ Day.

The lyrics ask, “We’re so happy—could we be April fools, tricked by April’s magic?” and then confess, “If I’ve met my destiny, that’s just fine,” expressing a heart swept up in a new romance.

It’s a perfect springtime track that makes you feel happy just by listening.

Baby I love youAretha Franklin20rank/position

Aretha Franklin – Baby I love you HQ

From the 1967 album “Aretha Arrives,” this was the only track released as a single.

It reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

R&B chart.

The track is featured in Martin Scorsese’s 1990 film “Goodfellas.”

Bridge Over Troubled WaterAretha Franklin21rank/position

Aretha Franklin – Bridge Over Troubled Water

Originally released by Simon & Garfunkel in 1970, the track won a Grammy Award.

This gospel-inspired version by Aretha Franklin was released in 1971 and reached No.

1 on the U.

S.

charts.