Aretha Franklin - Wonderful May 2026

Written and produced by Ron "Amen-Ra" Lawrence , known for his work with Bad Boy Records.

"Wonderful" is a soulful, mid-tempo track released by Aretha Franklin as the second single from her 2003 studio album, . The song stands as a late-career gem that showcases the "Queen of Soul" blending her legendary vocal power with contemporary R&B production. 🎵 Song Background Album: So Damn Happy (2003).

It was released as a CD single and 12" vinyl, featuring various remixes. 🖋️ Lyrical Themes Aretha Franklin - Wonderful

"Givin' me that old school love / 'Cause the vibe we share feels so comfortable".

A deep house and melodic "rework" that gained traction in the electronic soul scene. Written and produced by Ron "Amen-Ra" Lawrence ,

The song's popularity in dance and soul circles led to several distinct versions:

Experience Aretha Franklin's timeless vocals in this throwback celebration of her track "Wonderful": 🎵 Song Background Album: So Damn Happy (2003)

The track earned Aretha a Grammy Award for Best Traditional R&B Vocal Performance in 2004.