"I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You" is the tenth studio album by American soul singer Aretha Franklin, released in March 1967 by Atlantic Records. It marked a significant turning point in Franklin's career, as it was her first album with Atlantic and her first major commercial success.
The album features a powerful and soulful collection of songs that showcase Franklin's incredible vocal range and emotive delivery. It includes iconic tracks such as the title song "I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)," "Respect," "Do Right Woman, Do Right Man," and "Dr. Feelgood (Love Is a Serious Business)."
"I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You" received widespread critical acclaim upon its release, with praise for Franklin's soulful vocals, as well as the tight arrangements and production by Jerry Wexler. The album was a commercial success, reaching number 2 on the Billboard Top R&B Albums chart and number 2 on the Billboard 200 chart, becoming Franklin's first top ten album.
The album's lead single, "I Never Loved a Man (The Way I Love You)," became Franklin's first major hit, reaching number 1 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart and number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song also solidified Franklin's reputation as the "Queen of Soul."
Overall, "I Never Loved a Man the Way I Love You" is considered one of the greatest soul albums of all time and a landmark recording in Aretha Franklin's illustrious career. Its timeless songs and powerful performances continue to resonate with audiences decades after its release.
