Adele pays tribute to Etta James

Adele took to her blog to bestow a heartfelt tribute to Etta James following the iconic songstress’s passing. She praised the late singer’s influence on society through her songs and her “breathtaking” voice.

“What a lady Etta James was. She was the ultimate original. Her voice was breath taking and her songs are reflections we all recognise in some way or another. Its an honour every time I hear her voice. I saw her at BB Kings in New York a few years ago, and it was something I will remember forever. Thank you to Etta James. And i send all my love to her family and friends xxxx”