Classic rock stars took to social media Thursday to pay tribute to the late Aretha Franklin. Franklin died Thursday morning at her home in Detroit at the age of 76.
Billy Joel
We have lost the greatest singer of our time. As a songwriter, I know personally how meaningful a gifted interpreter of material can be.
No one can replace her.
– Billy Joel pic.twitter.com/7QZQ1IzSD8
— Billy Joel (@billyjoel) August 16, 2018
Paul McCartney
Let’s all take a moment to give thanks for the beautiful life of Aretha Franklin, the Queen of our souls, who inspired us all for many many years. She will be missed but the memory of her greatness as a musician and a fine human being will live with us forever. Love Paul pic.twitter.com/jW4Gpwfdts
— Paul McCartney (@PaulMcCartney) August 16, 2018
Bob Seger
"What an other worldly talent. Legendary. Right up there with the greatest singers ever. She will be greatly missed. Irreplaceable." #QueenOfSoul #ArethaFranklin pic.twitter.com/vle4XrBExw
— Bob Seger (@BobSeger) August 16, 2018
The Rolling Stones
Very sad to hear the news about Aretha, she was so inspiring and wherever you were she always brought you to church. pic.twitter.com/GMCzQRkahc
— The Rolling Stones (@RollingStones) August 16, 2018
Carole King
What a life. What a legacy!
So much love, respect and gratitude.
R.I.P. @ArethaFranklin https://t.co/400K1U5IHI— Carole King (@Carole_King) August 16, 2018
Living Colour
RIP Aretha Franklin! You paved the way and touched the souls of so many. There will never be another Aretha! Long live the #QueenOfSoul #RESPECThttps://t.co/XGAhsHqM91 https://t.co/XGAhsHqM91
— Living Colour (@LivingColour) August 16, 2018
Ringo Starr
God bless Aretha Franklin the queen of soul and peace and love to her family 😎✌️🌟💖🎵🎶☮️
— #RingoStarr (@ringostarrmusic) August 16, 2018
Dr. John
Aretha Franklin with Dr. John who played on her recordings of "Young, Gifted and Black” and “Spanish Harlem.” Rest in Peace Aretha. pic.twitter.com/sPrvzgS3Ha
— Dr. John (@akadrjohn) August 16, 2018
Aretha Franklin with Dr. John who played on her recordings of "Young, Gifted and Black” and “Spanish Harlem.” Rest in Peace Aretha. pic.twitter.com/sPrvzgS3Ha
— Dr. John (@akadrjohn) August 16, 2018