You’re probably familiar with Aretha Franklin, the queen of soul…coiner of R-E-S-P-E-C-T…Ms. Fat Booty Sample…she’s sorta like a big deal.

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[Aretha Franklin "One Step Ahead"]

But did you know that she had two sisters who were both hellllllllla fresh as well?  Behold:  

Erma Franklin, the oldest, was the original singer of “Piece of My Heart,” which was eventually turned into a classic when covered by Janis Joplin:

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[Erma Franklin "Piece of My Heart"]

Carolyn Franklin, the youngest of the three, was quite prolific, dropping several records in her short lifespan:

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[Carolyn Franklin "I Don't Want to Lose You"]

So the past generation had the Franklins and the Jacksons!  We have…the Jonas???  We need a new dynasty!