The Blues Brothers & Aretha Franklin - Think (official Audio) Site

The song is written in , a key rarely used in popular music, which contributes to its unique, driving tension. The lyrics balance a personal plea for respect in a relationship with a broader social message about the consequences of one's actions, famously warning: "Tryin' to make other people lose their mind / Well, be careful you don't lose yours" .

The film's version of the song is notably faster than the 1968 original, transforming it into a high-energy "pulsating swinger". The song is written in , a key

: Even the film's leads, Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi, are relegated to the background, unable to resist joining her dance—a testament to the idea that "no one could resist Aretha". : Even the film's leads, Dan Aykroyd and

While originally written by Franklin and Ted White in 1968, "Think" carries a weightier historical significance than its catchy rhythm suggests. Released less than a month after the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr., the song's insistent refrain of became a soulful echo of King's civil rights legacy. In the context of The Blues Brothers , Franklin—playing Mrs. Murphy—uses this anthem of self-respect and liberation to confront her husband, guitarist Matt "Guitar" Murphy, about his decision to abandon their steady life for a chaotic road trip. Cinematic and Musical Brilliance In the context of The Blues Brothers ,

: Interestingly, Franklin was not accustomed to lip-syncing for film. The final scene is a masterful feat of editing, spliced together from many takes to ensure her powerhouse vocals matched her movements.