Aretha Franklin – I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You

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Artist: Aretha Franklin

Title: I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You

Year: 1967

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Tracklist

  • 1. Respect (2:27)
  • 2. Drown in My Own Tears (4:07)
  • 3. I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You) (2:51)
  • 4. Soul Serenade (2:39)
  • 5. Don't Let Me Lose This Dream (2:23)
  • 6. Baby, Baby, Baby (2:54)
  • 7. Dr. Feelgood (Love Is a Serious Business) (3:23)
  • 8. Good Times (2:10)
  • 9. Do Right Woman, Do Right Man (3:16)
  • 10. Save Me (2:21)
  • 11. A Change Is Gonna Come (4:20)
  • 12. Respect (2:28)
  • 13. I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You) - Stereo (2:46)
  • 14. Do Right Woman, Do Right Man (3:14)

Review

Aretha Franklin's "I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You" is a soulful masterpiece that marked a major turning point in the Queen of Soul's illustrious career. Released in 1967 as her debut for Atlantic Records, this electrifying album saw Franklin leaving her jazz roots behind to fully embrace the raw, passionate sound that would define her as a legendary artist. From the powerful title track to her iconic reworking of Otis Redding's "Respect" into an anthem of empowerment, every song pulses with Franklin's unmatched vocal intensity and emotional honesty.

The Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section lays down a thick, rich bed of southern soul that perfectly complements Aretha's powerhouse voice. The addition of her sisters Carolyn and Erma on background vocals only amplifies the album's rich textures and undeniable chemistry. "I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You" is more than just a defining moment for a soul icon - it's a timeless classic that has continued to inspire and resonate with generations of fans across decades. Aretha Franklin's raw, unfiltered artistry on this record was truly groundbreaking, and its impact can still be felt in the world of soul music to this day. - Destiny

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