The singer who wrote and recorded respect first was Otis Ray Redding Jr
Otis Ray Redding was an American singer and songwriter, he is also famous for his rhythm and blues music.
It should be noted that Aretha franklin's respect was based on a true story about putting a 12-year-old girl in a family way.
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