Forty years ago yesterday (June 3), Aretha Franklin was #1 on the Billboard Charts, with her recording of ‘Respect’. The Detroit Free Press has put together a detailed look at the song, it’s origins, and the era surrounding it. There are several videos, covering everything from the story of the song to interviews with other musicians, sociologists, and producers, along with photos, the article, and other features.
Check out the multimedia package, then get the song.