The music industry taught me to be resilient and tough. - Aretha Franklin

"The music industry taught me to be resilient and tough."

Aretha Franklin Perseverance

Soul Singer American 1942–2018

More from Aretha Franklin

"R-E-S-P-E-C-T, find out what it means to me"

"I'm a diva is all about respect yourself"

"Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit"

"Think about it - we are the most powerful, magical, creative beings in the universe"

"Perseverance is the key to success."

"Don't give up on what you believe in."

"I've been through worse."

"You learn to live with the pain."