Never Grow Old
Aretha Franklin
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I have heard of a land on the far away strand, 'Tis a beautiful home of the soul Built by Jesus on high, where we never shall die, 'Tis a land where we never grow old. Never grow old, never grow old, In a land where well never grow old Never grow old, never grow old, In a land where well never grow old. In that beautiful home where well never more roam, We shall be in the sweet by and by Happy praise to the King through eternity sing, 'Tis a land where we never shall die. Never grow old, never grow old, In a land where well never grow old Never grow old, never grow old, In a land where well never grow old. When our work here is done and the life crown is won, And our troubles and trials are o'er All our sorrow will end, and our voices will blend, With the loved ones who've gone on before.
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Written by: Dolores Mary O'Riordan
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Album Classification"Never Grow Old" is a song from Aretha Franklin's debut album "Songs of Faith", released in 1956.
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Age CharacteristicFranklin was merely 14 years old when she recorded the album, showcasing her extraordinary talent at a young age.
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Genre FactThe song "Never Grow Old" falls under the genre of gospel music, a testament to Franklin's roots in a Baptist choir.
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Label Information"Songs of Faith", the album containing "Never Grow Old", was initially released under JVB/Battle Records before it was later reissued by Geffen Records.
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Performance FactThe album, including "Never Grow Old", was recorded live at New Bethel Baptist Church in Detroit, where her father was the minister.
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Family InfluenceFranklin was acutely influenced by her father Rev. C.L. Franklin, who was a renowned preacher and singer himself, this spiritual and musical influence is evident in "Never Grow Old".
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Commercial SuccessThough "Never Grow Old" was not one of Franklin's commercial hits as her secular music, the song is still cherished by her faithful fans for its authenticity and raw emotion.
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Vocals FactAretha's emotional and powerful vocals in "Never Grow Old" are considered a preview of the unique style that would later make her a legend in soul music.
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Career ImpactThe faith-based album demonstrated Franklin's versatility and technique as a singer, paving a way for her illustrious career in the music industry.
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Legacy FactAfter Franklin's death in 2018, "Never Grow Old" was one of the songs featured in the public viewings as an homage to her roots in gospel music.
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Cover VersionsThe song "Never Grow Old" has since been covered by various artists in different genres, demonstrating its timeless appeal.
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