On the same day of its release, the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin headed to the Late Show with David Letterman where she performed her cover of the Adele single “Rolling In The Deep.” Backed by a 12-piece band and five backup singer, 72-year-old Aretha sang her heart out at the Ed Sullivan Theater. Towards the end of the song, she shifted into the chorus of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” Following the stellar performance, the studio audience gave Aretha a standing ovation. Stay tuned for Mrs. Franklin’s Aretha Franklin Sings The Great Diva Classics, available October 21st via RCA Records.
OS REWIND: Aretha Franklin – Rolling In The Deep