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Erma Franklin was an American gospel and R&B singer, best known as the elder sister of the iconic soul singer Aretha Franklin. Erma released several singles in the 1960s, including her signature song, "Piece of My Heart," which was later covered by Janis Joplin. She was a member of the gospel group The Gospel Stars and performed with her sisters Aretha and Carolyn in the group The Franklin Sisters. Erma's career was cut short due to her untimely death in 2002, but her influence on the music industry is still felt today.