Carolyn Franklin was an American singer-songwriter, particularly known for her affiliation with the Soul and R&B genres. Born in 1944, she was the younger sister of the renowned Aretha Franklin, and contributed as a backing vocalist and songwriter to several of her sister's hits. She also released solo work, with her most successful single being "It's True I'm Gonna Miss You." Despite her relatively short career, Carolyn Franklin's contributions to the Soul and R&B genres have left an indelible mark on the music industry.