Legendary R&B, Funk & Soul Singer-Songwriter; Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Inductee; 10-Time Grammy Award Winner; Former Lead Vocalist of Rufus

Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Chaka Khan Biography

Chaka Khan is a singer and songwriter recognized for her influence in R&B, funk, and soul music. Khan has sold more than 70 million records globally, with a career spanning five decades. She first gained prominence in the 1970s as the lead vocalist of the band Rufus. The group achieved widespread success after Stevie Wonder wrote "Tell Me Something Good" for Khan and Rufus, earning them a Grammy Award. Rufus released six gold or platinum albums and secured three Top Ten pop hits, distinguished by Khan's vocals and dynamic performances.

While continuing with Rufus, Khan began a solo career with "I'm Every Woman," which became a major crossover hit and led to several additional Top Ten R&B singles. Notable works include "Ain't Nobody" with Rufus and a cover of Prince's "I Feel for You." Khan has also recorded jazz standards, featured on albums such as "Echoes of an Era" and "Classikhan." Throughout her career, Khan has collaborated with artists including Prince, Stevie Wonder, Miles Davis, Steve Winwood, Michael McDonald, Rod Stewart, and Mary J. Blige.

Khan's achievements in jazz include the Grammy Award-winning "Be Bop Medley" from the album "Chaka Khan," which also earned a Grammy for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance. The album "Funk This" resulted in two Grammy Awards. Khan has performed in musical theater, including on London's West End in "Mama I Want to Sing" and on Broadway in The Color Purple. Billboard ranked her among the most successful dance artists of all time. Khan has received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and the City of Chicago honored her by naming a street after her and designating a day in her name.

Khan was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the Musical Excellence Award and received the Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award. She also received the Classic Soul Honor at the 2026 Soul Train Awards. She released new music with "Chakzilla," co-written with and featuring Sia, and produced by Greg Kurstin. The full "Chakzilla" album includes collaborations with Sia, Snoop Dogg, and Lenny Kravitz. Khan's work was added to the National Recording Registry at the Library of Congress, and a musical inspired by her life and music, "I'm Every Woman," opened in London.

Inspired by her autistic nephew, Khan established the Chaka Khan Foundation to support children with autism and later expanded its mission to assist women and children at risk. Khan's contributions to music, philanthropy, and culture continue to influence the R&B and soul music landscape.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/23/2026.

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  • What topics does Chaka Khan speak about?

    Chaka Khan is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Black Heritage, Hall of Fame, Influential Women, Music, Philanthropy, Social Activism
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Chaka Khan is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. The estimated speaking fee range to book Chaka Khan for your event is $200,000 and above. Chaka Khan generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Halle Bailey, Aloe Blacc, SZA, Jazmine Sullivan and Elvis Costello. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Chaka Khan for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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