Aretha Franklin’s Granddaughter Performs ‘Killing Me Softly’ & ‘Ain’t No Way’ During ‘American Idol’ Audition

Grace Franklin – the granddaughter of the late Aretha Franklin – is ready for her time to shine.

More details below…

Appearing on Sunday’s episode of ‘American Idol,’ Grace – who is 15 – performed the Lauryn Hill version of ‘Killing Me Softly,’ as well as her late grandmother’s song ‘Ain’t No Way.’

During her audition, Lionel Richie shared a fond memory of the late soul singer, saying:

“I don’t think I could fully grasp the fact that she was famous worldwide.”

While Grace did not make it through – she received two no’s from Richie and Luke Bryan – Richie did encourage her to come back after she had gotten over some of her shyness.

Watch her full audition below…

https://youtu.be/_-w15cQwIgI