Mourning From The Ground Up: Aretha’s Funeral Is Part Of A Joyful American Tradition : NPR

While it’s not wrong to observe decorum and sombre reflection in the wake of such a loss, there’s no reason that honoring a life as monumental as Aretha’s can’t be joyful — and yes, entertaining.
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