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Aretha Franklin Popular Song Rankings [2026]

In 1987, Aretha Franklin became the first female artist inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

A soul music singer who, alongside Otis Redding, helped drive the rise of Southern soul.

This time, we’re focusing on her.

We’ve listed her most-played songs in a ranked format, so be sure to check them out.

Aretha Franklin Popular Songs Ranking [2026] (41–50)

Think (feat. The Blues Brothers)Aretha Franklin46rank/position

Aretha Franklin – Think (feat. The Blues Brothers) – 1080p Full HD
Think (feat. The Blues Brothers)Aretha Franklin

It’s a smash-hit song by the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin, but this version features the Blues Brothers and is the one she performs herself in the movie “The Blues Brothers.” Anyway, Aretha’s voice, her singing style, and her sense of timing are unbelievably cool! Highly recommended when you need a boost or want to get pumped up!

Today I Sing The BluesAretha Franklin47rank/position

Today I Sing The Blues – Aretha Franklin (1960)
Today I Sing The BluesAretha Franklin

A track written by Curtis Lewis.

It was released as a single by Aretha Franklin in 1960 and reached No.

10 on the U.S.

R&B chart.

In 2012, the track was covered by Australian singer Christine Anu.

What A Friend We Have In JesusAretha Franklin48rank/position

What a Friend We Have in Jesus (Live at New Temple Missionary Baptist Church, Los Angeles,…
What A Friend We Have In JesusAretha Franklin

The original song is one of the famous hymns often sung at church weddings and funerals, “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” but when Aretha sings it, it becomes a song that sounds entirely original.

Even in the depths of despair, it conveys that our dear friend Jesus is watching over us.

It Isn’t, It Wasn’t, It Ain’t Never Gonna BeAretha Franklin, Whitney Houston49rank/position

It Isn’t, It Wasn’t, It Ain’t Never Gonna Be (Official Music Video)
It Isn't, It Wasn't, It Ain't Never Gonna BeAretha Franklin, Whitney Houston

A collaboration between Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston.

Released as a single in 1989, it became a hit in the United States, Canada, Ireland, the Netherlands, and other countries.

A remix version by Teddy Riley was also released.

A Natural WomanAretha Franklin50rank/position

This is a classic hit by American veteran soul singer Aretha Franklin.

It’s a perfect song for women to belt out passionately.

Since it’s a ballad with a slow tempo and easy to sing, with practice you’ll definitely be able to perform it.

Let’s sing it with passion at karaoke.