The correct answer is B) it represented African Americans and their struggle for equality.
African Americans liked the song "Respect" because it represented African Americans and their struggle for equality.
Indeed, the song became an iconic song for African Americans and even feminist activists too. The song was performed by the Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. It served as an inspiration for many people. It was a famous song, but when it was included in the film "Blues Brothers" in 1980, the song reached new audiences.
