who wrote natural woman

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The song "(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman" was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, inspired by Atlantic Records producer Jerry Wexler. Wexler came up with the idea and asked them to write a song titled "Natural Woman" specifically for Aretha Franklin. Goffin wrote the lyrics based on Wexler's idea, while King composed the music. Wexler was also given a co-writing credit as a thank you for the inspiration

. Aretha Franklin originally recorded the song in 1967, and it became one of her signature hits. Carole King also recorded her own version for her 1971 album Tapestry