5 Key Facts About Aretha Franklin’s Lady Soul

Released on January 22, 1968 Lady Soul was Aretha Franklin’s twelfth studio album, released by Atlantic Records.

A follow-up to her breakthrough It came after her 1967 album I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You, which made her a star.

Features iconic singles The album includes hits like “Chain of Fools” and “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman.”

Backed by legendary musicians The Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section and King Curtis played on the record.

A defining soul album Lady Soul solidified Franklin’s status as the Queen of Soul and is considered one of her best works.