Beyoncé had a special connection to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
inductee, having performed a number of tributes to the "At Last" singer
over the years.
Beyoncé portrayed James in the 2008 film "Cadillac Records," which chronicled the life of music executive Leonard Chess and the artists signed to his label, Chess Records. Playing the tough, boisterous, and sometimes profane James forced Beyoncé to step outside of her comfort zone.
"Playing Etta James taught me so much about myself, and singing her music inspired me to be a stronger artist," she said about her performance, which won critical praise. "When she effortlessly opened her mouth, you could hear the pain and triumph. Her deeply emotional way of delivering a song told her story with no filter. She was fearless, and had guts. She will be misse
Beyoncé portrayed James in the 2008 film "Cadillac Records," which chronicled the life of music executive Leonard Chess and the artists signed to his label, Chess Records. Playing the tough, boisterous, and sometimes profane James forced Beyoncé to step outside of her comfort zone.
"Playing Etta James taught me so much about myself, and singing her music inspired me to be a stronger artist," she said about her performance, which won critical praise. "When she effortlessly opened her mouth, you could hear the pain and triumph. Her deeply emotional way of delivering a song told her story with no filter. She was fearless, and had guts. She will be misse
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