Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, sang at Barack Obama's Inauguration the song "My Country Tis of Thee." Perhaps it was the hippest version of the song ever made. Although she didn't miss a note,
it was her appearance more than her performance that created magic for her fans of several generations. She still looks and sounds strong. She won everyone's "Respect" long ago
Aretha Franklin, My Country Tis Of Thee, Inauguration Of Barack Obama, January 29, 2009