Social media ripped into Ariana Grande on Friday over her performance at Aretha Franklin’s funeral — and the reason had nothing to do with the songs she sang.

The 24-year-old vocal powerhouse arrived to the Queen of Soul’s funeral in Detroit wearing a short black minidress and stiletto heels, which many deemed disrespectful attire.

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Grande performed a rendition of Franklin’s iconic hit, “Natural Woman” and immediately received an onslaught of criticism for her outfit choice.

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Good to see Ariana Grande wore a cocktail dress to a funeral. She must have kept her long dresses at home. Next to all of the Aretha albums she doesn't own. — Danny Deraney (@DannyDeraney) August 31, 2018





Dear @ArianaGrande the dress you wore to that service was completely disturbing and disrespectful. You're beautiful honey, but next time you enter the church make sure the attire is long enough to cover your knees. Thanks #ArethaHomegoing — Kandi (@kandi_dreams1) August 31, 2018





While almost all places of worship call for modest attire, Twitter users were particularly focused on Grande’s look as being taboo for a predominantly black congregation.

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