Conversation with Chaka Khan
Chaka Khan is a star. Not only in the pop culture sense but also in the astrological connotation.
*star – Astrology. a heavenly body, esp. a planet, considered as influencing humankind and events.
Indeed Chaka Khan’s impact has forever changed those of us within the radius of her soulful orbit. Her path to star status began soon after she adopted the African name “Chaka” while working as a volunteer on the Black Panthers’ Free Breakfast for Children program. Her gravitational pull grew stronger with her 1973 debut with band Rufus. Solo stardom, hits in numerous genres, eight grammy’s and dozens of gold and platinum albums followed her ascent into the stratosphere.
Chaka Khan appears on the upcoming Interpretations: Celebrating the Music of Earth, Wind, & Fire CD. Fittingly she chose to remake “Shining Star,” an interpretation marked by her powerhouse vocals and deep rooted funkiness.
Listen to the interview to find out what Janet Jackson and Chaka Khan have in common, who will make an appearance on Chaka’s upcoming album, news of a possible Rufus reunion, and she’ll also reveal something new that she’ll be doing on stage.
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SAY WORD!!!!! This is HUGE! Congrats on getting another legend, and I must say one of my ALL TIME FAVORITE legends. I LOVES me some Chaka Khan. *kool aid smile*
—R7Soulkidd*speechless*
—lisI am sooooo excited for you… Chaka is my most favorite vocalist… keep em moving Honey.
—rockaI’m with Lis, my mouth won’t close. I can’t wait to hear this one.
—JenOMG!! Chaka Khan!! ok lemme compose myself and listen to the interview.
—ceeceeCongratulations on getting a chance to sit down w/ such a phenomenal artist. I might listen to this one a few times.
—BRINTONMy favorite of all-time… :)
—Zo!dayuuuum!!! That’s huge!!!
—ramelI’m so excited she’s my all time favorite female artist
—myron lymoreCongratulations on interviewing Chaka Khan! She truly is a legend and definitely my all time favorite female vocalist!!! She’s simply amazing.
—JuaBEST 16min interview I’ve ever heard! Chaka sounds like a sweetheart!
Good job V!
peace and blessings!
—Jah_LuvNiiice! Just like everybody else on here.. Chaka is one of my all time favs. Prince will be contacting you soon! lol
—ElliottV, it’s SCARY how much we think alike. I swear that YouTube clip popped in my mind as soon as I saw you had this interview!! I thought there was no way you’d ask about it and I my jaw dropped when you mentioned it… I was like “Wow, she read my mind”….LOL
—R7Soulkiddwow..V…just wow….!
—TJ BrownYou always have the hottest interviews!
—NikkiWOah that is commendable!! Chaka KHAN….aint nuthin better!
—YazmarYour voice didn’t even sound shaky. I’d a been like, ch-ch-ch-ch …
—Steve BurksDESTINCTIVE WORDS FROM ONE OF THE MOST DESTINCTIVE VOICES IN MUSIC.THE DEPTH AND SOULFUL DELIVERY OF CHAKA KHAN IS DEFINATELY A GIFT FROM THE HIGHER POWER.THANK YOU HONEYSOUL FOR BRINGING US ALL THIS INTERVIEW.
—DRE' ROCKI mean….REALLY. What can you say about an interview with the legendary Chaka?!? I can’t say I’m shocked. I’m SO excited and happy for you!! Thanks for sharing. What a gift!
—LaiThat was excellent V, you never disapoint.
—Jen“Jazz is my mother..Funk is my father”, Dopeness!! Great one V!
—Dj Che DiggzAmazing. Chaka is so down-to-Earth, and matter of fact.
—AaronJust a regular ol’ person, with “the voice of the century”.
Ah, but a very wise old soul. Great interview, you kept it real. Aaron
you asked the “hair” question … lol!!
—TrellyWow, what a treat you are!
—Michael ColonThanks soooo much for the Chaka Interview, it answered alot of my questions and I’m soo excited!
-Rico
I love Chaka she is so funky!!!!
thank you honey
RJ
—romina johnsonAnything that Chaka has her hand & voice in leaves a lasting impression on those that are lucky enough to know her. She’s helped so many people in so many ways. I have the utmost admiration & respect for her for all the things she’s overcome & for who she is today! Shinin’ Star does really sound like the early Chaka, too! Love & respect to her, always!
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—Honey Soul Music » Chaka Khan Talks To LeToya LuckettNo body loves Chaka Khan like I do and I mean NOBODY. I listen to her daily and all day from oldies to recent. I think she is the ONLY female singer in the world that’s the BEST. She can hit some really high notes and say words while doing so. She is truly amazing, others like Vesta and Me’lissa Morgan are good but Chaka is the best forever and ever…period!
—Derrick Stephens