Chaka Khan is from my City Chicago. She is from the South side of Chicago and she is just a tremendously talented artist!! Yes, Chaka was a hottie 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
*Bingo!* @Stevie Wonder.......I might have to call the cops on you, because you stole that thought right outta my head! It's a scientific fact according to all of the research, that I'm the only one that knows that information! (lol)
@@soultraln2813 She states in an interview that she co-wrote the lyrics with Stevie. But she, for some reason (likely not understanding copyright stuff at the age of 19) she didn't seek writing credit.
Loved your reaction Ashley! I was 3 yrs out of High school when this hit. We weren't concerned with labels(genres) for music we just listened to everything. The top 40 was a mixture of every kind of music it didn't matter Yes it was an awesome time be be alive! We had so much variety of music and loved it all!
Rufus feat. Chaka Kahn was the funkiest ensemble to emerge in the early 70s. "Tell Me" was written by the one and only Mr. Stevie Wonder and was their first big hit, crossing over from the R&B charts to MOR pop radio. They became a staple during the disco era with "Do You Love What You Feel", "Once You Get Started" and "I'm Every Woman" which became an anthem for Whitney Houston in the 90s.
My wife and I were out with another couple to introduce them to Greazy Meal -- a band we would see on Sunday nights in Minneapolis. So the singer, Julius, spots a beautiful woman who had just entered the club. It was Chaka Khan, and she was wearing a gorgeous, blue velvet outfit. Julius asks / begs her to join them on the stage, and she agrees. The band breaks into "Tell Me Something Good," and Julius and Chaka duet the entire thing live. It was epic. I'm lucky enough to have the audio from that evening directly from the soundboard.
Chaka is still touring today, still looks good and can still blow! If you get a chance, if she's performing anywhere near your town, you might like to see and hear a living legend in action! Back in the day Rufus and Chaka Khan was it!
Oh ya Ashley I most definitely see Chaka Khan! I was about 12 when this song came out and was into mostly Rock. This song was so quirky and funky though it grabbed me from the start. I went out and bought the 45 record and I still have it!
Chaka Khan sings so many songs that are on my playlist. Every time I listen to the song that she is singing, it always seems to be 'my favorite'. "Tell Me Something Good" was the first hit song by Rufus. That was 50 years ago! It's unbelievable because Chaka Khan is still selling out all of her concerts. Today! The most amazing thing I realized is Chaka Khan grew up in Chicago. Minnie Riperton, The Emotions and Lani Hall (lead vocalist for Sergio Mendes and Brazil '66) also from Chicago. All four of these brilliant musical talents were growing up about the same time. I've heard Chaka Khan say that if she didn't win a talent contest then it would be The Emotions that won. Ashley, you're really making me laugh when you said "They killing me with that breathing".
Chaka Khan is and was the one and only. I grew up in a very strict, religious home. I was 22 when this song was released and starting to break away from what I considered to be religious hypocrisy and oppression. Performers like Chaka Khan seriously helped me to find my freedom. It was an amazing, amazing time to be alive; society changes, black people really starting to claim our power - and the music. OH, my god, the MUSIC!!! 😮
Chaka was extremely beautiful and she is one of the greatest R&B singers of any generation. To get Chaka you must react to "Ain't Nobody", "I'm Every Woman" (better than Whitney's), "What Cha' Gonna Do for Me", "This is My Night", "Through the Fire", "Papillon".
Had to be there, exactly! So much incredible music! By the way, Stevie Wonder wrote that, as well as Lovin You (Minnie Ripperton), I Can’t Help It (MJ) & Let’s Get Serious (Jermaine Jackson).
I'm just gon throw this out.....Their was a time, not that long ago when there was music being writtened & produced and "NO ONE HAD EVER HEARD OF A WORD CALLED (Hip Hop or Rap). The spirit in the air was just "different". There was great music with no NEED for (parental advisory stickers).... Then, at the end of the 70s, this "new" thing called (Rap music) was introduced, and nobedy EVER thought it would gain the popularity throughout the world that it has today!.....Did it (evolve) music up?...or did it (devolve) music down?.....lol YOU be the judge. (pls forgive the typo.....*nobody*)...Good reaction!
🔥🔥"AWWWW, U JAMMIN' NAAH!!" Chaka Young Young Dayz🔥🔥🔥🔥. Great Great Great Reaction👍🏾💯👍🏾(especially the breathing part when your eyes got big...That was Rufussee's Breath)😅😅
When you said that was a time to be alive, you ain't said nothin but a word. I was a teenager in the 70's and between the music and Soul Train, what a time we had. Great reaction.
Was back in the islands and got every album then cds of Chaka Khan n Rufus, huuuge fan of the group and enamoured by her, still to this day. Especially by her unique style, for is part Blackfoot native Indian ancestry. She also used to adorn native attire and headgear too. 🇨🇼🇨🇼🇨🇼🇩🇲🇩🇲🇨🇦👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Yes in the 70 was funk and disco, some time us new comers may believe we are that first but when you see some-old school Patti Labelle, Janis Joplin, Chaka Kahn, paved the way for prince , Madonna Cyndi Lauper,
South Side Queen! Saw her a few years ago in Chicago and she still has it. Beautiful in every way. Rufus and The Family Stone were the two funkiest multiracial (but still thoroughly Black) bands.
As a little kid in the 70s, I would go to the record store, fucking Woolworths, and just gaze at her on her album covers. One of the most beautiful women ever still is. And that Voice to go with it.
I was 18 years old the first time I heard this song, when it first came out in the summer of '74. I grooved in a way I never had before, despite standing up waist deep in a swimming pool.
Now you have to check out Chaka Khan's "I Feel for You" and "Ain't Nobody" then check out Steve Winwood's "Higher Love" where Chaka sings in the background and at the end.
You would not believe the time we had back then. But, since you say to keep my business off the street, I’ll leave it to your imagination. (But, multiply the unleashed passion by one hundred million and it went on so long it would make anyone scream with delight).
This is a live performance. Someone overdubbed the video with the studio recording. If you're interested, the original live video is here: th-cam.com/video/pR--nDR88b0/w-d-xo.html
She had this young white boy breathing heavy back when, too. While we're at it Erykah Badu covered "Stay" pretty well, but you've got to hear Chaka sing it.
I enjoy your channel because you truly do appreciate our music from the past. There are several groups that few have heard of that I think you would like. Checkout a group called “ Breakwater “
ANYTHING THIS WOMAN SINGS IS AMAZING!!! listen there is nobody like Chaka Khan
She was lovingly known as "Ms Hips and Lips". Sweet Thing or Dance Wit Me are other songs to try.
Chaka Khan is from my City Chicago. She is from the South side of Chicago and she is just a tremendously talented artist!! Yes, Chaka was a hottie 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Incredible song with so much soul that reminds me of my childhood. Written by the great Stevie Wonder
*Bingo!* @Stevie Wonder.......I might have to call the cops on you, because you stole that thought right outta my head! It's a scientific fact according to all of the research, that I'm the only one that knows that information! (lol)
@@clutch236 I heard that 😂
Chaka wrote the lyrics but she didn't get a writer's credit.
@@soultraln2813 I didn’t know that 🙏
@@soultraln2813 She states in an interview that she co-wrote the lyrics with Stevie. But she, for some reason (likely not understanding copyright stuff at the age of 19) she didn't seek writing credit.
Loved your reaction Ashley! I was 3 yrs out of High school when this hit. We weren't concerned with labels(genres) for music we just listened to everything. The top 40 was a mixture of every kind of music it didn't matter Yes it was an awesome time be be alive! We had so much variety of music and loved it all!
Amen! We were blessed. We still had Dr King strong in our hearts. Music reflected so much to so many 😊❤ Chaka was always on my turntable 😉
Rufus feat. Chaka Kahn was the funkiest ensemble to emerge in the early 70s. "Tell Me" was written by the one and only Mr. Stevie Wonder and was their first big hit, crossing over from the R&B charts to MOR pop radio. They became a staple during the disco era with "Do You Love What You Feel", "Once You Get Started" and "I'm Every Woman" which became an anthem for Whitney Houston in the 90s.
Shiiiiiiiddddddd! Chaka was the coldest! Extensive library solo and with Rufus. Everlasting Love , Pardon Me, Hollywood etc!
Stevie Wonder wrote the song, and taught it to the band during some rehearsals. The song is fire.
One of the sexiest women to ever pick up a mic was Legendary Chaka
I always have loved this song. So funky, with that great voice of Chaka. 🎶🎶😍
My wife and I were out with another couple to introduce them to Greazy Meal -- a band we would see on Sunday nights in Minneapolis. So the singer, Julius, spots a beautiful woman who had just entered the club. It was Chaka Khan, and she was wearing a gorgeous, blue velvet outfit. Julius asks / begs her to join them on the stage, and she agrees. The band breaks into "Tell Me Something Good," and Julius and Chaka duet the entire thing live. It was epic. I'm lucky enough to have the audio from that evening directly from the soundboard.
I saw Chaka Khan live when I was in high school. Nothing makes you groove like classic funk, soul and R&B. Still gets me every time! 🔥💃🏻🔥
Thumbs up! Almost 50 years ago!
We had empty refrigerator no cars no gas money but we had fm radio lol😂
According to my father, they called her "Lips & Hips"
This Woman said "ill make you wish it was 48 hrs in a day!" DAMN!!!
Chaka was THE SHIT back in the day! You haven’t even scratched the surface of her catalog.
The iconic Chaka Khan🔥🔥🔥
She is an icon ❤ Underappreciated, IMO 😊
Chaka is still touring today, still looks good and can still blow! If you get a chance, if she's performing anywhere near your town, you might like to see and hear a living legend in action! Back in the day Rufus and Chaka Khan was it!
Oh ya Ashley I most definitely see Chaka Khan! I was about 12 when this song came out and was into mostly Rock. This song was so quirky and funky though it grabbed me from the start. I went out and bought the 45 record and I still have it!
Once you Get Started
Sweet Thang is your next Rufus Hit to hear!
Chaka Khan sings so many songs that are on my playlist.
Every time I listen to the song that she is singing, it always seems to be 'my favorite'.
"Tell Me Something Good" was the first hit song by Rufus. That was 50 years ago!
It's unbelievable because Chaka Khan is still selling out all of her concerts.
Today!
The most amazing thing I realized is Chaka Khan grew up in Chicago.
Minnie Riperton, The Emotions and Lani Hall (lead vocalist for Sergio Mendes and Brazil '66) also from Chicago. All four of these brilliant musical talents were growing up about the same time.
I've heard Chaka Khan say that if she didn't win a talent contest then it would be The Emotions that won.
Ashley, you're really making me laugh when you said "They killing me with that breathing".
This wasn't their first hit. Smokin' Room came out in 72.
Chaka. Greatest female voice ever. You should review "Through the Fire"...No note left behind. ALL HER VOICE>
That was on the Mike Doulas show
I went to one of her concerts in Memphis, TN., years ago! Totally a fan!
Chaka was something else, oh yeah, she could sing too. lol. Physically, yes, very, and a true talent.
It was fun. 60s and 70s. Great time to be a teen.
Fun fact, Prince wrote one of Chaka's biggest hits "I feel for you", originally sung by Prince.
YES!!!❤❤❤❤❤ I LOVED this Song! Wanted to be like Chaka
Chaka Khan is and was the one and only.
I grew up in a very strict, religious home. I was 22 when this song was released and starting to break away from what I considered to be religious hypocrisy and oppression. Performers like Chaka Khan seriously helped me to find my freedom.
It was an amazing, amazing time to be alive; society changes, black people really starting to claim our power - and the music. OH, my god, the MUSIC!!! 😮
It was an AWESOME Time. The BEST Time. For Real.
I was like 7 years old in 1974 and dancing the hell out of this song.
Great music from this era never ends.
She has the most original music. I am still discovering music by her that I love. 'Your Smile' is one of my new favorites. Nobody had her sound.❤❤❤❤❤❤
Great video! Who can get enough of her? Nobody!
Love this song!
This song video live on Soul Train is where it's at.
they were a very hot group that you need to explore
You haven't lived until you've found CHAKA! Better late than never.😂🙏🏾🎵💖
Yes SiRRRRRR. Rufus Chaka Khan was on my vinyl 2 when I was younging
Wow, haven't heard this in a long time. Always loved it.
Saw her in 75 as a warmup to the Eagles, who were the warmup to the Rolling Stones. Mega concert.
Chaka Khan is a Whole Experience this year Chaka Khan will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The Legendary Queen of Funk is still 🔥
I love Chaka Khan… love the groove to this song! And I’m digging’ Ashley
The LEGENDARY Iconic Rufus featuring Super Bad Ms Chaka Khan ❤
Chaka was extremely beautiful and she is one of the greatest R&B singers of any generation. To get Chaka you must react to "Ain't Nobody", "I'm Every Woman" (better than Whitney's), "What Cha' Gonna Do for Me", "This is My Night", "Through the Fire", "Papillon".
It was a good time to live Ashley!!! And then there was the music. LoL. 😉
Might as well follow this up with...
Ain't Nobody, you'll ❤it
It was great, we partied, fun.,but we're old ass hell now. Thank God.
Had to be there, exactly! So much incredible music! By the way, Stevie Wonder wrote that, as well as Lovin You (Minnie Ripperton), I Can’t Help It (MJ) & Let’s Get Serious (Jermaine Jackson).
I remember loving this song when I was 10. I got to see Chaka and Michael McDonald touring together around five years ago, and they still got it!
The breathing is love making lol
Chaka Khan was the queen of funk.....
The Genius of the LEGENDARY Iconic Mr Stevie Wonder
I'm just gon throw this out.....Their was a time, not that long ago when there was music being writtened & produced and "NO ONE HAD EVER HEARD OF A WORD CALLED (Hip Hop or Rap). The spirit in the air was just "different". There was great music with no NEED for (parental advisory stickers).... Then, at the end of the 70s, this "new" thing called (Rap music) was introduced, and nobedy EVER thought it would gain the popularity throughout the world that it has today!.....Did it (evolve) music up?...or did it (devolve) music down?.....lol YOU be the judge. (pls forgive the typo.....*nobody*)...Good reaction!
🔥🔥"AWWWW, U JAMMIN' NAAH!!" Chaka Young Young Dayz🔥🔥🔥🔥. Great Great Great Reaction👍🏾💯👍🏾(especially the breathing part when your eyes got big...That was Rufussee's Breath)😅😅
Chaka beautiful as shit and she was a black panther!!
When you said that was a time to be alive, you ain't said nothin but a word. I was a teenager in the 70's and between the music and Soul Train, what a time we had. Great reaction.
Chaka khan was a bad one back in the day!❤❤❤
Was back in the islands and got every album then cds of Chaka Khan n Rufus, huuuge fan of the group and enamoured by her, still to this day. Especially by her unique style, for is part Blackfoot native Indian ancestry. She also used to adorn native attire and headgear too.
🇨🇼🇨🇼🇨🇼🇩🇲🇩🇲🇨🇦👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Yes in the 70 was funk and disco, some time us new comers may believe we are that first but when you see some-old school Patti Labelle, Janis Joplin, Chaka Kahn, paved the way for prince , Madonna Cyndi Lauper,
one of my favorite funk songs from the early 1970's!!
Saw Chaka Khan and Rufus at the circle star theatre the year this tune was released. Awesome.
South Side Queen! Saw her a few years ago in Chicago and she still has it. Beautiful in every way.
Rufus and The Family Stone were the two funkiest multiracial (but still thoroughly Black) bands.
Old school was the ish.
As a little kid in the 70s, I would go to the record store, fucking Woolworths, and just gaze at her on her album covers. One of the most beautiful women ever still is. And that Voice to go with it.
Talent
Yeah it was coined "The Age of Aquarius" by "The Friends Of Distinction"
I was 18 years old the first time I heard this song, when it first came out in the summer of '74. I grooved in a way I never had before, despite standing up waist deep in a swimming pool.
We were blessed!
MY Girl !
F.U.N.K !!! 💃🕺✊
Chaka khan & Rufus are the hottest artists of the 70s you are so right about having the best times yassssssss.
One of those songs that never ends.
She's one of my favorites and when you can listen to Sarah smile by hall and oats
Stevie was a monster in the 70's
Yes you really had to be there to see her in concert it was amazing
Ashley love your respect for rb oldies
Now you have to check out Chaka Khan's "I Feel for You" and "Ain't Nobody" then check out Steve Winwood's "Higher Love" where Chaka sings in the background and at the end.
You would not believe the time we had back then. But, since you say to keep my business off the street, I’ll leave it to your imagination. (But, multiply the unleashed passion by one hundred million and it went on so long it would make anyone scream with delight).
My parents told me Chaka and Rufus came to a local college and the more she sang the more "elevated" her, the band and the audience got😂😂😂
Chaka and Rufus together was magic! Chaka can holler! Still.
Girl you made me laugh out loud... for real😄
Grand Slam Ashley❤❤❤❤
Please play more Rufus and Chaka Kahn. First couple of records.
This is a live performance. Someone overdubbed the video with the studio recording. If you're interested, the original live video is here: th-cam.com/video/pR--nDR88b0/w-d-xo.html
Thank you! Much better ❤😉
@@SuZ4242 You're most welcome.
You had to be there!
🔥🔥🔥
I had fun!
Hi Ms. Ashley, Ms. Chaka Khan is Great, just Great.. Too much to say.. ♠W.G.
YEP! THEE BEST TIMES, YOU SHOULDA BEEN THERE!!! LISTEN TO "SOME LOVE" BY CHAKA
...YOU WON'T REGRET IT! 😉🎶
I will see Chaka on the Tom Joiner Fantastic Voyage Cruise
She had this young white boy breathing heavy back when, too.
While we're at it Erykah Badu covered "Stay" pretty well, but you've got to hear Chaka sing it.
Actually, you are right. Ot was the best time.
Ashley, you need to react to "Through The Fire" by Chakha Khan. You'd love it.
I enjoy your channel because you truly do appreciate our music from the past. There are several groups that few have heard of that I think you would like. Checkout a group called “ Breakwater “
DO YOU NEED A CIGARETTE NOW!!!!!😂😂😂😂
Evelyn champagne King kisses don't lie audio version
Anutha jam!