 Complete the following phrase:  Released as the albums lead single in 1998, the song became a surprise hit for Franklin, 40-plus years into her career, reaching number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number-five on the a hrefHot20R26amp3BBHip-Hop20SongsHot RBHip-Hop Songsa chart, while also reaching the UK top 40. A Rose Is Still a Rose remains one of Franklins most played songs from her later years and was her last top 40 hit. The single received nominations for Best Female RB Vocal Performance and Best RB Song at the 