Aretha Franklin

Don't say Aretha is making a comeback, because I've never been away!

Being a singer is a natural gift. It means I'm using to the highest degree possible the gift that God gave me to use. I'm happy with that.

Falling out of love is like losing weight. It's a lot easier putting it on than taking it off.

I was raised in the Baptist church... but I didn't really have a real committed experience with Christ until my father died.

I am a big one for subtlety and empathy. My dad was softly spoken and didn't carry his honours and accomplishments for everyone to see.

You have the Roman Catholic Church, the Church of England, the Presbyterians, the Wesleyans, represented in each school, and they are each to take alternate days.