Yvette Marie Stevens (born March 23, 1953), [1] better known by her stage name Chaka Khan (/ ˈʃɑːkə ˈkɑːn / SHAH-kə KAHN), [2] is an American singer and songwriter. [3]

Her distinctive voice and style have influenced generations all over the world. The 10-time GRAMMY Award-winning superstar has defined pop, soul, jazz, and funk music. For Chaka, her empowering …

May 9, 2025 · Chaka Khan started her career as the lead singer of the funk band Rufus in the early 1970s, and by the end of the decade launched a successful solo career. She was the first R&B artist …

We’re releasing nine Tiny Desk concerts from Black women artists, from veterans who’ve paved the way for what we hear today in Black music, to those who are carving out their own paths.

Chaka Khan (born March 23, 1953, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.) is an American singer whose incredible vocal range and dynamic stage presence helped make her the “Queen of Funk.” She has sold some 70 …

Feb 7, 2025 · Few singers pack as much fire and versatility into their voices as Chaka Khan. Born in Chicago in 1953, she discovered jazz and R&B early, singing in several local groups before being …

Sep 16, 2025 · Since she introduced herself to the world as a young woman singing lead for the funk band Rufus, singer-songwriter Chaka Khan has topped the chart with hit songs that have stood the …

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Patti LaBelle, Chaka Khan, Gladys Knight and Stephanie Mills have launched the second leg of their tour, “The Queens: 4 Legends. 1 Stage.”

Chaka Khan, the ”Queen of Funk,” reshaped the landscape of soul and R&B. With a distinctively powerful voice, capable of fire, emotional nuance and breathtaking drama, she left an indelible …