She was our Motown legend who stayed,
While all the others drifted away,
A city who needed her, she left us her legacy,
Like Detroit, she knew hardship, loss, and grit,
Like Detroit, she came back and earned respect,
Her voice lifted us in sorrow and joy,
And reminded us of hope, love and beauty,
She was loyal to her town, and believed in better days,
She held strong to a city and people she loved,
She was the one who stayed,
And left her mark on a city forever changed.
Highlights of her funeral can be seen by clicking here.
Highlights of her life can be seen by clicking here.
Watch her top ten Aretha moments by clicking here.
