Chaka Khan quotes

Chaka Khan is an American musician and singer, widely celebrated as the "Queen of Funk." Her powerful vocals and dynamic stage presence have earned her ten Grammy Awards and international acclaim. She has influenced generations of artists with her innovative sound and enduring contributions to music. Here are 23 of her quotes:

Walking through this life really is walking through fire. (Chaka Khan)
But really, we also need to learn how to love one another as women. How to appreciate and respect each other. View quote
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Well. I'm probably not loving myself like I should, but I'm really trying. View quote
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I've always struggled so much just to appreciate myself. View quote
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When I was in my twenties, it felt like I was riding wild horses, and I was hoping I didn't go over a cliff. View quote
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I'd been in a vicious cycle and circle of people and couldn't see my way out. So I picked myself up one day about 15 years ago and moved where I didn't know anyone. View quote
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I love to sing. It's the easiest thing for me to do. View quote
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I mean, I'm not unhappy, but there's still so much I want to do. View quote
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Being a singer is a way for me to get to a platform to do more. View quote
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My philosophy is familiarity breeds contempt. View quote
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If I love a song, I make it mine. (Chaka Khan)
Getting a degree, being on Sesame Street... those were like real accomplishments to me. View quote
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There are a lot of people I would have liked to have collaborated with, and would still like to. View quote
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In my thirties, I felt I had hold of one of the reins some of the time. View quote
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I like to work spontaneously. View quote
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One of the album's songs features Mary J. Blige, but I don't want to talk too much about it yet. I think you will hear the music that's been playing in my head when it comes out. View quote
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I'd like to work on putting art programs back in schools. View quote
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To me, this degree was an acknowledgment of my work in music. View quote
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My mom took me to see Goldfinger. My mom took me to see To Sir, With Love. View quote
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I remember seeing the movie 'To Sir With Love' when I was a little girl. View quote
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Everyone in my family sang, and we would always sing these songs. (Chaka Khan)
You know, it's just tough to get together and do work with somebody. View quote
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I think the whole reason for my life is in there somewhere. View quote
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Chaka Khan

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Occupation: American Musician
Born: March 23, 1953
Quotes count: 23

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