The term SOUL ICON FRANKLIN is a reference to the late ARETHA Franklin, an American singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist. She was one of the most influential figures in soul music and is often referred to as the 'Queen of Soul'. Her career spanned over six decades and she won 18 Grammy Awards, making her one of the most awarded artists of all time. She was also the first woman to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.