Chaka Khan

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Singer R&B · Soul · Funk · Pop

Chaka Khan is an American singer whose explosive voice has connected funk, R&B, soul, pop and jazz for more than five decades. A Chicago native, she first rose to prominence as the frontwoman of Rufus before launching a major solo career with “I’m Every Woman.” Songs including “Ain’t Nobody,” “Through the Fire” and “I Feel for You” helped establish her as one of modern R&B’s most influential vocalists and performers.

Origin: Chicago, Illinois, United States
Active: 1970–present

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Zephyring 48 Years Ago, Queen Chaka Khan Dropped Juggernaut Debut Album, ‘Chaka’

Chaka Khan’s “Chaka” Turns 48: The Solo Debut That Gave Us “I’m Every Woman”

Chaka Khan’s 1978 debut solo album Chaka turns 48, revisiting the record that launched her solo era with “I’m Every Woman” and “Life Is a Dance.”

Past Blast Music

October 14, 2026

Chaka Khan during her COLORS Close-Up interview

Chaka Khan Gets Candid in COLORS Close-Up About CHAKZILLA, Sia and Protecting Her Peace

Queen Chaka Khan closes out her latest COLORS run with a revealing Close-Up on CHAKZILLA, her relationship with Sia, protection, trust and what she is still learning.

Music Interviews & Podcasts

September 16, 2026

Chaka Khan discussing the songs that shaped her life for BBC Radio 2’s Tracks of My Years

Chaka Khan Shares 10 Tunes That Soundtracked Her Life Ft. Billie Holiday, Sarah Vaughn & More

Chaka Khan turns a 10-song playlist into a life story, opening up about Prince, Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, Joni Mitchell, activism, racism and the music that made her.

Music Interviews & Podcasts

September 6, 2026

Chaka Khan during her interview on Josh Smith's Great Chat Show

Chaka Khan Gets Ultra Revealing in a Joyous Josh Smith Interview

Chaka Khan is in a generous mood, opening up about Prince, Etta James, Billie Holiday, her Black Panther past, life in Georgia and six decades as a true original.

Music Interviews & Podcasts

September 3, 2026

Chaka Khan in imagery for “Curious Subject” on A COLORS SHOW

Chaka Khan Gets Introspective With New Song “Curious Subject” on A COLORS SHOW

Chaka Khan steps into the COLORS universe with “Curious Subject,” a new introspective cut from her forthcoming album CHAKZILLA.

Music

August 20, 2026

Chaka Khan guiding her July New Moon Meditation in a softly lit room

Chaka Khan Shares July New Moon Meditation

Chaka Khan slows the evening down with a guided July New Moon Meditation centered on breath, reflection, emotional renewal and meaningful connection.

INYIM Mental Medicine

July 13, 2026

Chaka Khan in the bold, comic‑styled “Chakzilla” music video.

Chaka Khan Unleashes ‘Chakzilla’ — A Wild New Visual Co‑Written with Sia

Chaka Khan returns with “Chakzilla,” a bold, comic‑styled visual she Executive Produced, co‑written with Sia, and directed by Nicholas W. Callais in full diva‑energy mode.

Music

May 8, 2026

A woman with long maroon hair wearing a navy and gold embroidered outfit sits outdoors, speaking with hands raised as she gestures.

It’s Time for Chaka Khan’s April New Moon Meditation

Chaka Khan returns with her April New Moon Meditation, inviting us to slow down, reset, and welcome a fresh cycle with intention, clarity, and stillness.