Christina Aguilera performed ‘At Last’ for Etta James funeral

Posted on 29 Jan 2012 at 2:49pm

Christina Aguilera performed 'At Last' for Etta James funeralStars went to famous singer, Etta James Funeral.

At least 300 mourners was there, and Christina Aguilera was the one who sung her rendition of Etta’s most popular song, ‘At Last.’

They held the funeral in Great Bethany Community Church City of Refuge in Gardena, California on Saturday, January 28.

Christina told CNN that she got emotional when she went through the lyrics. She said that she was so touched on being asked by her close friends and family to sing on her funeral.

She said, “I just want to do justice for Etta James . She meant the whole world to me , and it was a huge honor to be here today.

Stevie Wonder also performed to funeral singing a musical tribute. First was ‘Shelter in the Rain’ then ‘The Lord’s prayer’ and Stevie played his harmonica.

Etta James died last January 20 at the age of 73 years old.

Barack Obama also send a message about Etta James, he said, “Etta will be remembered for her legendary voice and her contribution to our nation’s heritage.”