Carolyn Franklin

1944–1988 (age 44)

Singer

Biography

Carolyn Franklin (1944–1988) shared her gifts as a singer and songwriter, lending both soulful vocals and penned melodies such as Ain't No Way to the musical legacy of her family.

She cared deeply about her community, using her platform to uplift fellow artists and encourage young voices to speak their truth on stage and beyond.

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