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Created: 2025-07-14 17:44:41 UTC

Aretha Franklin’s performance at the 2008 Kennedy Center Honors is one of the most iconic moments in the event’s history. 

She sang ”(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman” as a tribute to honoree Carole King, who co-wrote the song. Aretha came out in a floor-length fur coat, sat at the piano, and brought the entire audience to their feet.

What made it so legendary was the raw soul and power she brought to the stage. When she hit the high notes near the end, Carole King looked completely overwhelmed with joy and emotion. Obama wiped away a tear. The whole room was electrified.

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