Jennifer Hudson Delivers Powerful Rendition of ‘Ain’t No Way’
Jennifer Hudson has shared one final song ahead of her portrayal as Aretha Franklin in the biopic, Respect out in theaters on August 13. She has released her take on The Queen of Soul’s hit, “Ain’t No Way.”
On August 6, which marks the official one-week countdown until Respect is in theaters, Hudson took to social media to reveal that although it is difficult to choose a favorite Aretha song, “Ain’t No Way” is undoubtedly one of her favorites to sing. She tells followers they can hear her rendition of the classic as soon as they pre-order the Respect soundtrack.
U know I can’t choose just one favorite Aretha song but “Ain’t No Way” is definitely one of them ! Get it now when u pre-order the @RespectMovie soundtrack ! #RespectMovie pic.twitter.com/r7Taa3MJL3
— Jennifer Hudson (@IAMJHUD) August 6, 2021
Hudson has long been a fan of Franklin, having sung her song “Share Your Love with Me” during her American Idol audition in Season 3. After a unanimous vote, all three judges sent her through, knowing she had something truly special. It is anything but easy to cover an Aretha Franklin song, but Hudson proved in her audition as a 21-year-old that she was ready to be a singer.
Hudson revealed that The Queen of Soul herself handpicked her to portray her in a biopic. She tells Live With Kelly and Ryan that she received a call from the legend herself while doing The Color Purple. Franklin was adamant about Hudson portraying her and told her not to tell a single soul. Hudson calls this the “ultimate dream and honor.” She has certainly felt all the emotions and pressures of playing her, such as anxiety or fears, but she also has faith, something she learned from Franklin.
Jennifer Hudson truly embodies Aretha Franklin. Hudson is bringing all the soul and all the faith when acting in Respect. This is surely a can’t-miss film of the summer. Be sure to pre-order the Respect soundtrack here.
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