One of the giants of American music, Aretha Franklin released more hit singles than any other female singer in recording history. Dubbed the "Queen of Soul," she recorded numerous successful albums in a wide range of genres, including gospel, rhythm and blues, American standards, and pop. In 1987, she became the first woman inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Aretha Franklin's life story is an inspiring account of the evolution of popular music, and of a woman determined to shape her career on her terms. The fully updated biography Aretha Franklin tells the story of this remarkable musical pioneer, from her struggles to her successes, and the legacy she leaves behind.