Chaka Khan is legendary 80s. Always loved this song. I'm surprised no patron has requested "Ain't Nobody", "I Feel For You" and/or "I'm Every Woman" by Chaka Khan. They are all a must listen to.
Chaka is my absolute favorite of all time. There is just no comparing her to anyone else. Her voice/sound is truly original. Thanks for reacting to her, she’s a true Queen!
This is such a beautiful song. Kanye darn near ruined it. She was quite pissed with what he did with it. I love CHAKA Khan. She is one of my favorite artists.
Hi Empress! I've loved this song since it was first released and Chaka absolutely kills it on vocals. It was written and produced by "the hit maker" David Foster (who also produced and wrote songs for Earth, Wind and Fire, Kenny Loggins, Boz Scaggs, Aretha Franklin, Al Jarreau, Chicago and many more) and he has said that when he was writing the melody he only had Chaka in mind to sing it and the working title of the song was "Chaka".
Chaka has been around longer than the 80''s !! In the 70's she was apart of a group called RUFUS !! They had major hits!!! Check these songs out !! OH David Foster produced this one !!
I'll listen to any song with Chaka Khan singing. However, her music catalog is so deep that I've got five other songs of hers on my phone playlist. Really, she occupies more spots on my playlist than any other vocalists/musicians.
I love this..but I have to compare it when she was lead singer for the band " Rufus " in my generation...the songs " stay" and "Hollywood ".. are on my old school playlist to date
The sentiment of the song is so beautiful. Imagine. "Right down to the wire, even though the fire". Such a beautiful thing. Loving your vibe (niece). 🤎🤎🤎🖤🖤🖤
That slow down is def a David Foster signature composition. You'll notice it at the end of Glory of Love - Peter Cetera, written and composed by David Foster as well.
Actually, Chaka Khan has said several times in interviews that she can't stand this song. She doesn't like to sing it. She says she was basically forced by her record label to record it because they wanted an 80's power ballad on her album. I've listened to Chaka with and without Rufus since 1973. I love so much of her work with Rufus, and her 6 or 7 solo albums are masterpieces. She has some independently released albums too. I've seen her live many, many times.
That's interesting, because this had to be Chaka's highest-charting "slow jam" ever. I can see why maybe she didn't think it was her style, but damn is it a catchy ballad.
@@Johnny_Socko she didn't consider herself to be a top 40 artist. The best music she's done are the album tracks that never became singles. A lot of her music is not top 40 material. She sings unusual and rare songs, she sings a lot of jazz, she sings a lot of very syncopated music that would be difficult for others to sing. I saw an interview where somebody called her a dance music artist, and she became pretty offended.
@@lamusiclover2264 - It’s still a great song that really shows off her vocal talents. So the label was correct, she was wrong. It happens sometimes. This song was very successful for her, and helped to cement her reputation as a true legend.
@@Parker-930 The point is that she does t care if it's a big hit or not. She wants to record music she feels excited by, whether it's a hit or not. She's not looking for formulaic "hit ballads" that people sing at weddings. Hit or not, she still hates it.
th-cam.com/video/eRlvh-vdA00/w-d-xo.html Check this cover. Proper homage. And have you heard the version from the Montreux jazz festival when she had that mad band. Great tune. Makes you want to be a singer. Then makes me realize how great Chaka Khan is at singing
One of the great tunes all-time.
chaka's a national treasure!
The notes Chaka hits at the end of this song, gets me everytime.
Yes
Me too every single time !! Chills!!
She is a once-in-a-lifetime artist!
Chaka Khan is legendary 80s. Always loved this song. I'm surprised no patron has requested "Ain't Nobody", "I Feel For You" and/or "I'm Every Woman" by Chaka Khan. They are all a must listen to.
She’s legendary 70s and still a legend.
@@lanceflx63 Facts!!
Chaka is a legend, she had hits from the 70's, 80's and 90's.
Her voice is one of the seven wonders of modern female vocalists.
Now this is real music and songwriting.
Such a beautiful song and impeccable performance. They are still trying to cop her riffs today. So much talent!!!
I was so waiting for Empress’s ” Chaka’s VO-CAAAAAAALS!” 😁
I saw Chaka Khan with Michael McDonald two years ago, great concert!
What a voice!! I was so in love with her back in the 80's!!
U look like u were barely born!
@@michaelasay6140 Born in 1965!
Chaka is THE QUEEN. I've been listening to this song for 40 years. It never gets old and her voice is truly an instrument. She has so many good songs.
Chaka is my absolute favorite of all time. There is just no comparing her to anyone else. Her voice/sound is truly original. Thanks for reacting to her, she’s a true Queen!
Absolutely 👍 💯
Facts!
My fav by Chaka!!!
WOW this song is incredible!
Bad...first time hearing this song? Just think I knew it almost 40 yrs ago
This is such a beautiful song. Kanye darn near ruined it. She was quite pissed with what he did with it. I love CHAKA Khan. She is one of my favorite artists.
thanks for your videos, Chacka Khan is my favorite female singer . Unique Voice .
I heard this song for the first time on the radio when I was in high school…thanks for bringing back some awesome memories!
ah the slow jam at junior high prom lol
Love this song and Chaka. She had a duet with Peter Cetera of Chicago around this time too. "Feels Like Heaven"❤❤❤
One of her best!
Through the Fire🔥🔥
Your sweet spirit makes me smile ❤
Wow! Thank you!
Hi Empress! I've loved this song since it was first released and Chaka absolutely kills it on vocals. It was written and produced by "the hit maker" David Foster (who also produced and wrote songs for Earth, Wind and Fire, Kenny Loggins, Boz Scaggs, Aretha Franklin, Al Jarreau, Chicago and many more) and he has said that when he was writing the melody he only had Chaka in mind to sing it and the working title of the song was "Chaka".
wow a song i don’t remember… Wow ! I love it and Chaka Khan!🔥
Thank you for sharing the link to this reaction!!!! Glad you enjoy Chaka!
Thank you too!\
My Favorite Chaka Khan Song.
David Foster wrote it for Chaka...
Love seeing young folks discovering real music and how much it effects them
I’ve always loved this Chaka song! Her voice just takes me to another level! Thanks for the reaction Empress! ✌🏻🙂✌🏻
I've thought the same thing about Manaj and Chaka. Every era has a set of people that look extremely similar
Chaka khan is my Queen
Yesss. Hit my spot with this one. I love her.
Listen to Chaka slay us with those vocals!!
Chaka is a Queen! Please react to her version of My Funny Valentine. I've seen her in concert twice and she is absolutely amazing!
It’s so amazing that as I was about to take the comment that Nicki Minaj looks so much like Chaka Khan, Empress stopped the video and pointed that out
chile this was a bop as you say
I can also see why Chaka Khan was not a fan of Kanye's sampling... sometimes a masterpiece just needs to be left alone. Thank you for your reaction!
Beautiful song!
Chaka has been around longer than the 80''s !! In the 70's she was apart of a group called RUFUS !! They had major hits!!! Check these songs out !! OH David Foster produced this one !!
Nice reaction Empress-I was crazy about this when it came out. Reminds me of Union Station in Chicago.
🔥 CLASSIC ‼️🔥 THAT VOICE 🔥‼️ LEGENDARY 🔥‼️More CHAKA /RUFUS F. CHAKA
This is one of my favorite songs to perform in drag...in my mind, lol.
AWESOME!!!!!!
Please React to the audio "Gotta Be There" by Chaka Khan. You wont be disappointed.
I have requested several TH-camrs to react that song and none have yet. Chaka blows that song out the park!!
I agree Chaka is vocal beast on this song
I'll listen to any song with Chaka Khan singing. However, her music catalog is so deep that I've got five other songs of hers on my phone playlist. Really, she occupies more spots on my playlist than any other vocalists/musicians.
This is my absolute favorite song frim this absolute Goddess 💯 😍 🔥
Yassss! Now we talking! But…there is a live version where Chaka and actor Alfonso ribiero sing it as a duet. 🔥🔥
I love this..but I have to compare it when she was lead singer for the band " Rufus " in my generation...the songs " stay" and "Hollywood ".. are on my old school playlist to date
My fav song
Beautiful smile and teeth...Empress...u gonna be a singer?
See young Chaka. She inspired Nikki's cosmetic surgery. Chaka was the show.
Omg. You read my mind. She does ... Nikki Minaj looks LIKE Miss Chaka Kahn. 80's ballads are golden.
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The sentiment of the song is so beautiful. Imagine. "Right down to the wire, even though the fire". Such a beautiful thing. Loving your vibe (niece). 🤎🤎🤎🖤🖤🖤
💯‼️Thank u
That slow down is def a David Foster signature composition. You'll notice it at the end of Glory of Love - Peter Cetera, written and composed by David Foster as well.
Actually, Chaka Khan has said several times in interviews that she can't stand this song. She doesn't like to sing it. She says she was basically forced by her record label to record it because they wanted an 80's power ballad on her album. I've listened to Chaka with and without Rufus since 1973. I love so much of her work with Rufus, and her 6 or 7 solo albums are masterpieces. She has some independently released albums too. I've seen her live many, many times.
That's interesting, because this had to be Chaka's highest-charting "slow jam" ever. I can see why maybe she didn't think it was her style, but damn is it a catchy ballad.
It's amazing how she killed those vocals regardless
@@Johnny_Socko she didn't consider herself to be a top 40 artist. The best music she's done are the album tracks that never became singles. A lot of her music is not top 40 material. She sings unusual and rare songs, she sings a lot of jazz, she sings a lot of very syncopated music that would be difficult for others to sing. I saw an interview where somebody called her a dance music artist, and she became pretty offended.
@@lamusiclover2264 - It’s still a great song that really shows off her vocal talents. So the label was correct, she was wrong. It happens sometimes. This song was very successful for her, and helped to cement her reputation as a true legend.
@@Parker-930 The point is that she does t care if it's a big hit or not. She wants to record music she feels excited by, whether it's a hit or not. She's not looking for formulaic "hit ballads" that people sing at weddings. Hit or not, she still hates it.
Nicki Minaj should be Chaka Khan in a biopic film.
Nice song 👍🔥
This takes me back to 7th grade
Thanks big-time for this one! It's a sad...and happy.
Summer nights in Boston....kiss 108.FM..1980's👍
Gives me George Benson vibes this song. Maybe it's just the period of time in the 80s this song was made.
Chaka sings with George Benson on his song 'Love Will Come Again'
Niki M...has nothing on Chaka. Chaka is the original fire.
Hi Empress....I know I just found your channel and subscribed....Would you please react to Chaka Khans song "Love me still" 🙏🏽
Welcome to 80's
Who loves this song?!!!!
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Check this cover. Proper homage. And have you heard the version from the Montreux jazz festival when she had that mad band. Great tune. Makes you want to be a singer. Then makes me realize how great Chaka Khan is at singing
Nicki & Selena Quintanilla both favor Chaka Kahn to me.It's like they rolled off the same assembly line.
Wow! I've never thought about the resemblance until now‼ its def
There🤣
Some people say Serena Williams.
Nice reaction. . . Pls. React to GIGI de Lana's rendition of this song. Ty.
Chaka's voice gives me goosebumps, I think she's far better than Aretha Franklin
I miss R&B
I believe Prince wrote this song and it's on his album and Chaka covered it..
Oh wow‼
I believe that was I Feel For You.
You gotta try some babyface songs, do babyface as "soon as i get home."
Compared to this, through the wire is garb...,😂