Is Etta James A-List?
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No — Etta James is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1954C$0.005M
R&B Club Debut
Started performing in R&B clubs, early start.
1960B▲$0.05M+$0.045000000000000005M
"At Last" Breakthrough
"At Last" became a hit, gaining significant fame.
1967B$0.1M+$0.05M
"Tell Mama" Release
Released "Tell Mama", solidifying her career.
1989B$0.5M+$0.4M
"Seven Year Itch" Comeback
Made a comeback with "Seven Year Itch", revitalized career.
2003B$2M+$1.5M
Grammy Lifetime Achievement
Received a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, respected icon.
2012B$4M+$2M
Death of a Blues Legend
Passed away after an impressive career.
2026B$4M
Blues and Soul Icon
Remembered as an blues and soul legend.
Last updated: February 25, 2026