25 facts about Janis Joplin you need to know

For many rock fans, Janis Joplin is a national treasure. She was one of the most iconic female rock stars of the era. Rolling Stone ranked her as 46th on their 2004 list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time, and in 2008 she was ranked number 28. Her songs have withstood the test of time, with over 15.5 million albums sold in the US. In honor of a legend who died at the young age of 27, here are 25 facts about the queen of rock 'n' roll.