Chaka Khan to release Hello Happiness, first album in over a decade
8 years ago
United States Chaka Khan, known as the "Queen of Funk," has influenced multiple generations of artists through her powerful vocals and genre-spanning career.
In a recent interview, legendary singer Chaka Khan has unveiled an exciting musical partnership with acclaimed artist Sia.
With over 420 recorded collaborations, Chaka has lent her iconic voice to a wide array of artists across various genres, including Mary J. Blige, Ariana Grande, George Benson, Dizzy Gillespie, Quincy Jones, and Miles Davis.
Khan signed a deal with Warner Bros. and that October stepped out with Chaka. Establishing a lengthy partnership with producer and arranger Arif Mardin, the... Khan signed a deal with Warner Bros. and that October stepped out with Chaka. Establishing a lengthy partnership with producer and arranger Arif Mardin, the...
Chaka Khan signed a deal with Warner Bros. Records, establishing a lengthy partnership with producer and arranger Arif Mardin.
Additionally, Khan has collaborated with a diverse group of singers, including Mary J. Blige, Whitney Houston, and Anastacia, among others.
Bombay Bicycle Club have shared their final cut from their forthcoming album: a groove-laden track with none other than Chaka Khan.
Chaka Khan has teamed up with Major Lazer founder and Grammy-nominated producer Switch (MIA, Beyoncé, Rihanna) to drop brand new track, Like Sugar.
Launched a line of gourmet chocolates, Chakalates, which was sold in 20 Neiman Marcus stores around the country.
Introduced the Khana Sutra candle, the first product in a fragrance line for men, women, and the home.
Yvette Marie Stevens, known professionally as Chaka Khan, was born on March 23, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois. Her musical journey began early, forming a girl group called the Crystalettes at age 11. In the early 1970s, Khan rose to prominence as the lead vocalist of the funk band Rufus. Her distinctive voice and dynamic stage presence quickly set her apart within the music industry. The band achieved notable success with hits such as “Tell Me Something Good,” a collaboration with Stevie Wonder in 1974, which reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100 and earned the group their first Grammy Award. Rufus continued to release platinum-selling albums throughout the 1970s, including “Rags to Rufus” and “Masterjam,” featuring tracks like “Sweet Thing” and “Do You Love What You Feel.”
Khan launched her solo career in 1978 with her debut album, “Chaka,” featuring the crossover disco hit “I’m Every Woman.” This single helped her album achieve platinum certification. Her solo success further solidified in 1984 with the album “I Feel for You,” whose title track, a cover of a Prince song, became a global hit. This version, featuring a harmonica solo by Stevie Wonder and a rap by Grandmaster Melle Mel, topped the U.S. R&B and dance charts, reached No. 1 in the U.K., and peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard Hot 100. This period marked a significant turning point, relaunching her career and demonstrating her versatility across genres. Throughout her extensive career, Chaka Khan has garnered ten Grammy Awards and achieved significant commercial success as both a band member and a solo artist.
Her career continued into the 1990s and 2000s, with collaborations with artists like Ray Charles, Quincy Jones, and other contemporary musicians. In 2007, her album “Funk This” earned her two more Grammy Awards, including Best R&B Album. Khan has also received numerous accolades, such as a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2011 and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2023 for Musical Excellence. Beyond music, she established the Chaka Khan Foundation in 1999, focusing on assisting women and children at risk, demonstrating her commitment to humanitarian causes. In 2019, she served as Grand Marshal for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Parade, further illustrating her cultural impact.
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