Since You've Been Gone" is a classic song by R&B singer Aretha Franklin. Released from her Lady Soul album in 1968, the song was successful, debuting at #32 and peaking at #5 on the Hot 100 for five weeks, and spending three weeks at #1 on the Hot Rhythm & Blues Singles chart. The B-side, Ain't No Way was also a hit, peaking at #16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and #9 on the Hot Rhythm & Blues Singles chart.