As a DJ, I can verify that this song went/goes crazy in the club. This was one of Chaka's best. As for who "Rufus" is, that is the name of the band she collaborated with for decades. They are all supremely talented musicians who complemented Chaka's voice perfectly.

@jamessugg7061

2 жыл бұрын

Timeless!!!

@bethmiller1840

2 жыл бұрын

This was such a fun club song!

@Sweep_The_Leg_Johnny

2 жыл бұрын

I toss a Jackin House remix of this by Erik Hagleton in sets, and it NEVER disappoints! also a remix of The Pointer Sisters' "Automatic" by Block & Crown feat. Jay Maxwell. both are pretty true to the originals.

@MetalMcfly

2 жыл бұрын

@@Sweep_The_Leg_Johnny As a child of the 80's (born in 75') I just wanted to take this moment to say your screen name gives me life. That is all, carry on.

@allondvdandmore

2 жыл бұрын

DJs were definitely dropping this in the 80's. I was there.

Her first hit, with Rufus -- Tell Me Something Good -- triggered a huge crush. Any guy going through puberty at the time felt it. The song was written for her by Stevie Wonder, and she didn't let him down. It's magnificent.

@daverudbarg

2 жыл бұрын

Essential classic !!

@wendyhodges7172

2 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@janicepopham2352

2 жыл бұрын

I fell in love with her when she & Rufus were on American Bandstand doing that song.

@robertsterner2145

2 жыл бұрын

There's great video of her performing it with Stevie on Keyboards at Divas Live and she really milks the sexiness of the song--so much so that Stevie stands up and starts bumping and grinding on her.

@pharaoh2537

2 жыл бұрын

Big big crush 😅😅 LoL

This song will NEVER age, it can be played anywhere at any age group and be loved by everyone, its a real gem 💎

That girl ain’t no joke!!! She’s the legend! She was in a group, call Rufus and Chaka Khan before she went solo! Chaka Khan ❤

@rburn6677

Жыл бұрын

Her sister is also no joke. Her sisters stage name is Taka Boom and she sings with the group Undisputed Truth. There is talent in in their family.

@GenesisFan01

10 ай бұрын

This is actually the last hit she had with Rufus.

I'm from South-America, this song is still a favorite amongst my people (50+ years)

@andywatts8654

2 ай бұрын

It’s played at most wedding receptions and celebrations in the uk even now

This song is legendary. I can't believe this is your first time hearing it.

@stephenulmer3781

2 жыл бұрын

I know right

@kmena72

2 жыл бұрын

Right🤣

@uteziemes5633

2 жыл бұрын

This is one of the songs that you can use to revive me with if you ever need to. As a substitute for my body not being able to move to the song, my heart will start beating.

This song was absolutely massive when it came out !! Still sounds fresh as ever today :)

If you want a great song that she DID do with Rufus, you must do “Sweet Thing”. This song is often overlooked, and it’s a shame, as her vocals are stellar.

@meganschultz8150

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet Thing is one of my favorites! Great suggestion 👌🏻

@kennewton9369

2 жыл бұрын

Sweet Thing was one of Prince’s favorite songs as well.

@raymondreid4987

2 жыл бұрын

Classic song first time I heard that song I was ten and my thoughts were such a soft voice such a great range kind of a lay in the grass and enjoy the day or the beach La Jolla Shores art Torrey Pines in San Diego.

@randychampion184

2 жыл бұрын

Do You Love What You Feel is my jam!!!

@elegantirony78

2 жыл бұрын

Love Sweet Thing too

Love love love this song! Chaka is the queen! I hope you will next do "I'm Every Woman" (a song later covered by Whitney Houston), or possibly "What Cha' Gonna Do For Me" or even "This Is My Night". All are amazing! (And to answer your question, Rufus is an R&B/funk group that she was the lead singer of before she went solo. "Tell Me Something Good" and "Sweet Thing" are among their biggest hits.

@wendyhodges7172

2 жыл бұрын

Tell Me Something Good, great song!

@GoldenLady1007

2 жыл бұрын

Whitney sang back up on the original. 💛

@redlineshipping

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t understand how they haven’t done I’m Every Woman for Female Fridays. It’s amazing.

@randychampion184

2 жыл бұрын

Do You Love What You Feel is my fave by them.

@jpdress65

2 жыл бұрын

Another big hit was “Own the night”.

Same year, 1983, another dance floor hit for Female Friday, please react to the artist Shannon and her hit "Let The Music Play". You'll be feeling the groove to this one also. Going to the dance club in the 80's was the bomb.

@soakedbearrd

2 жыл бұрын

Yes please!

@kantadsvendsgaard488

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, I been requesting this one for a while!

@ronpotts6385

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@tjpea7916

2 жыл бұрын

An absolute classic. Love ‘Give Me Tonight’ by Shannon as much too.

@Atarigen1

2 жыл бұрын

yes, another one of my favorites

When a powerhouse singer starts soft the ending will be straight 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Chaka has an amazing catalog. Her ballad Through The Fire really shows off her voice.

“Tell Me Something Good”...is my favorite Chaka song... Heard her sing this at the Newport Jazz Festival decades ago... Incredible!!

@sheilameyers152

Жыл бұрын

I remember that ….the Newport Jazz Festival…the best thing that happened in Rhode Island! We were lucky to have some artist that scored high on the charts each summer!

When this song came on in the clubs, the dance floors were jammed. Fantastic choice 👏👏👏👏👏👏

@KennyFame

2 жыл бұрын

baby this was the jam!!!!!!!

@drinh.3377

Жыл бұрын

Still is the Jam

The late, great Prince referred to Chaka Kahn as "the mother of all voices." He knew talent, and they remained very good friends up until his death.

This is the Best Chaka Khan song of all time. It shouldn't be an easy choice, but it is 💚

Your next Female Friday should include Sheila E. "The Glamorous Life". Must do the official video to truly appreciate her talent as the baddest female percussionist ever

@skip66

2 жыл бұрын

Written by Prince I believe. Also, she dated him. .

@kendrap-LvnHppnss6371

2 жыл бұрын

Yes!! Sheila E. should be the next Female Friday artist. "Love Bizarre" is another jam.

@free1855

2 жыл бұрын

Good suggestion. Since you want a Prince tribute, Sheila E. is someone to look into. Both Sheila & Chakha were close to him.

@daverudbarg

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!

@robertsterner2145

2 жыл бұрын

She saw him standing in the section marked "If You Have to Ask You Can't Afford It Lingerie".....

I was laughing when you said this is a more mellow Chaka Khan, knowing your heads were going to be blown by the end. Next up from her I'd recommend "Tell Me Something Good", "Sweet Thing", or "I'm Every Woman."

@elegantirony78

2 жыл бұрын

Those are the three songs I recommend too

Rufus was Chaka Khan's band in the 70s and early 80s. One of the most popular and influential funk/soul/R&B groups of the time. Numerous #1 albums and singles, top 40 hits, etc. And they had Chaka, a national treasure.

Such a profound joy to see your generation enjoying this music from my youth!! 💕😊

Rufus was the name of her band in the 70's. Listen to "You got the Love" it is funkier than funky. Great Job.

@subsonic5393

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, you MUST do "You Got the Love." Trust us!

@trjbrew

2 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed!!! A Funk song with some serious rock elements included, one of my favorites!

@GoldenLady1007

2 жыл бұрын

That is the JAM! 💛

My favorite from Chaka and Rufus is “Sweet thing” , Also “Tell me something good” .Early 70s stuff.

This is the all-time , timeless classic , from the voice, the, the legend, the Phenomenal Chaka Khan. Rufus is the name of band she fronted before embarking on her solo career, her biggest hit with them “ Tell me Something Good”… everything about her just evokes “ Woman”…

This for me, is her finest hour. It’s my favourite song of all time, I never, ever tire of hearing it and every time I do hear it on the radio, it gets turned up to 11. You can’t not move to it and there’s so much going on instrumentally. Thank you for playing this, much appreciated ❤️

If you remember the old movie from 1980, The Blues Brothers, Chaka Khan has a cameo when she was a young women about Ambers age! When the Blues Brothers are in the gospel church, Chaka Khan is the young women vocalist in the choir. Love Chaka Khan!

Gotta love Chaka!! She's such a vibe!! 80s Aretha Franklin songs Freeway of Love, Who's Zoomin' Who, and her duet with George Michael "I Knew You Were Waiting For Me" are a must listen!! ✨💖✨keep smiling! 🥰

I’m so glad you’re finding these masterpieces. Ain’t Nobody is a sacred song for sure.

This song is fire. The musicianship and production on 80s songs just cannot be matched.

Another hit to try -- Cha Chaka Khan Chaka Khan...that scratching start to "I Feel for You" is so awesome...then you get Stevie on the harmonica. Chaka earned a Grammy with this one! It was written by Prince so you know it's a sexy jam. One of the first Rap mash ups that I can remember after "Walk This Way" with Aerosmith and Run DMC. Y'all got to do that one, too!

@suekundrath6532

2 жыл бұрын

They already did this one!! kzread.info/dash/bejne/aWpnz8qbqcjUnJs.html

I love how you both articulated her passion within the power of her gifted voice. 👌🏾 ❤️💯 Chaka Khan, Chicago's own, one of the best to ever pick up a mic and share her God gift.

There are so many Chaka Khan memories! In each of her songs, she evokes goose bump or orgasmic moments that require multiple listens. Her music is like a drug. Whether it's her phrasing, her vocal timbre, her harmonies or sassy syncopated vocal style, she has the 'IT' factor. Also, let's not forget her look, too...her hair, lips and hips help bring her songs to life. She's definitely one of the most original, talented, creative, colorful and much loved artists of the last 50 years!

Chaka is a legend and we all know this! I love this song!! Rufus is the band she was with in the seventies before she went solo! She scored big hits with and without them! Check out their hits, Tell Me Something Good, Sweet Thing, and more! ❤️❤️

Chaka is definitely the queen! Danced to this song hundreds of times. Rufus was the band she was featured with.

YES, YES YES!!! Now you're gonna Love You Some Chaka Khan. Been telling ya'll for months. Lol. Chaka Khan is an artist like Patti Labelle, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight..etc. When they Sang, YOU KNOW ITS THEM. I have Loved her since the early 70s when she was with the band Rufus and I heard Tell me Something Good. Instant Fan. Through the Years she has grown into her own shoes. Now you must hear her sing I'm Every Woman. Great Pick Amber. Sister Girl you Rockin Us with some Chaka today. Thank You!! Much Love from California Kat ❤

@walterrutherford8321

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I’d add Tina Turner to that list of immediately recognizable iconic voices. I’m glad they finally got to this song. It’s one of Chaka’s best and I love the video too. I also first heard Rufus with Chaka Khan in Tell Me Something Good. Her voice was undeniable and the vocalizations by the rest of the band blew my mind. I hadn’t ever heard anything like it before. A song that gave me a similar feeling was Kool and the Gang‘s, Jungle Boogie. Both songs had vocal parts like I’d never heard before, and I liked it.

@katwalker687

2 жыл бұрын

@@walterrutherford8321 OH My Goodness, Thank You!! How could I ever forget Tina!! You have good taste Walter. 👌 I was just trying to rap off a few but we can never forget Tina Turner. I sooooo Love Her. She's not only an amazing artist, Tina is an amazing Human Being. God Bless and keep You n Yours Safe and Well. Much Love from California Kat ❤

As a very young person I danced my arse off in Disco's when this was first released and as a very old person now I am still dancing my arse off! The GREAT Chaka Kahn will never be replicated, she was a one off. Loved your reaction as very young persons watching this for the first time, betcha danced together to this later!

Someone already mentioned "Tell Me Something Good" which is funky and great but another slower song which I love is "Sweet Thing". Can't go wrong with either.

Amber, if you do Chaka on a Female Friday you have to do "I'm Every Woman" it's only appropriate! 😉

Wife here..LOVE Chaka Kahn..Yes POWERFUL!!.Everything she does is AMAZING!!..So PASSIONATE!!..Thank you for another amazing reaction!!!

It hit the airways in 1983 I was a Junior in High School It was a Definitely a Big hit in the Clubs.." and even now you can hear it being played in some dance clubs. It is timeless.." She undoubtedly is an Incredibly talented Vocalist" It was a pleasure to witness you all hearing it for the first time "

One of the only songs that actually gives me goosebumps when it starts. The bassline, the groove, and her voice. Then the guitar that rides on top!!! Gets to me at my core. Wow!!! One my favorite songs of all time!!! I can tell you guys are feeling it too. An eternal classic and one of America's best.

I was blown away the first time I heard this song on the radio. Rufus was her band. After Whitney Houston, there were no longer original unique voices coming up like Chaka Khan any longer. They all became cookie cutter vocal gyrations singers. Chaka was one of a kind.

@rdprice6295

2 жыл бұрын

"cookie cutter" is a perfect description of today's singers.

@bubbaturner7934

2 жыл бұрын

Is,,she still is

@eximusic

2 жыл бұрын

@@bubbaturner7934 Yes, absolutely.

@cjturner370

Жыл бұрын

Was!?! She still is

@eximusic

Жыл бұрын

@@cjturner370 I haven't heard her recent material.

This was DEFINITELY club favorite, as is Chaka... Her voice, emotion and power are "FIYAH" 🔥🔥🔥THNX giving this Woman another listen... Cuz "Ain't Nobody" like Chaka Khan 😉🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🎶🎶🎶

I love Chaka Khan. Many years ago I was in the departure lounge at Heathrow Airport, London waiting to get my flight to L.A. She walked past me!!! She was completely alone, no entourage with her, shades on and pushing her bags on a trolley. I was so stunned, but I played it cool as I didn't want to bother her. I remember it like it was yesterday.

Chaka Kahn. Ain’t nobody better.

If not mentioned already, Chaka Khan was a member of the band Rufus. Getting the whole package here! Thanks! My fav is still her appearance on Stevie Winwood's Higher Love, which you may have reacted to already.

@teresajarrell452

2 жыл бұрын

I don't think they have. Great suggestion! 👍😃❣️

@ellefitzpatrick6339

2 жыл бұрын

Great song! Love Stevie Winwood!

@LadybugLuv

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, they reacted to Higher Love already and had no idea who Chaka Khan was! I have to keep reminding myself, these are young people actually trying to go back and learn, hear music we grow up with, so I forgive them for what they do not know! Lol, it still strings though. Ouch!

Saw her at Wembley Stadium in London in '75 with Rufus! I'd never heard of her before that, but she was the highlight of the concert, and that included Elton John, Joe Walsh, The Beach Boys, and The Eagles. What an awesome performer! You gotta react to 'Tell Me Something Good'!

The thing I always adored about Chaka Khan is that she found ways to use her vocal range without showing off or rendering the lyrics indecipherable. The song always came before her ego. She has the kind of humility that allowed her to do her thing and making things better for it.

that baseline...AWESOME, AWESOME, AWESOME. makes you feel as if something special and unexpected is about to happen that will change your life.

Chaka is a Diva and she is my Diva!!!! Love her!!! She is one of the best singers in music history. Nough been said!!!! Y'all!!! Hahaha

One of my favorite songs that Chaka sings, it's still a groove decades later. There were some classic songs from Rufus & Chaka Khan: Tell Me Something Good, Sweet Thing, Do You Love What You Feel, What Cha' Gonna Do For Me, Once You Get Started, and Hollywood.

@michaelasay8587

2 жыл бұрын

You missed what I feel is the best...Through the Fire!

@GoldenLady1007

2 жыл бұрын

Don't forget You Got The Love.

@carleton4199

2 жыл бұрын

@@michaelasay8587 Yeah, that is a great song, but they've already reacted to it.

@carleton4199

2 жыл бұрын

@@GoldenLady1007 Yeah, that is another good one.

@martyemmons3100

2 жыл бұрын

I like "Sweet Thing", "Once You Get Started" and "Hollywood" too. I also like "Dancin' For Your Love", "Heaven Bound", "Stay", "Everlasting Love" and "Pack'd My Bags".

one of the greatest, sexiest, coolest, uplifting rnb / dance club tracks ever ..you guys are spot on..masterpiece

When this song came on...I had to stop and listen! BLOWN AWAY...Chaka Khan is other worldy! Her dynamics are next level...gifted vocalist and her smile is rockin'!

I found myself singing every word of this song and watching two of you moving with her flow! : )

Speaking of dancing, this song was featured prominently at the time it was released in an 80's movie called Breakin' which is when the breakdancing craze swept the country! Great memories! You can easily find this song paired with clips from the movie on youtube.

Absolutely the best dance song ever. If you hear this and can stay still you're nailed down or dead.

"Ain't nobody can make me feel this way" is one of the most dope lyrics ever. I heard this song at a Youth center dance in 83 - it was fire then and it is still smoking hot today. Thanks for reacting to it.

I was in the clubs when Chaka Kahn was filling the airwaves, and let me tell you, when those first few notes of Ain't Nobody came out of the speakers, the dance floor filled up! You're right that what makes this work is that combination of power and passion, but also that steady relentless backbeat and the smooth groove, punctuated by her amazing energy. This is a song to play at a wedding reception, when you're ready for your guests to let loose. 40 years later, it still kicks.

@KennyFame

9 ай бұрын

Yes

Classic, that’s ALWAYS nostalgic. That flute or whatever in the background is the mvp. Top ten dance/rnb mix for me, plus being in the movie Breakin’ is a bonus.

This song takes me back to my Breakdancing days in 1984. Great era

You guys were wondering who Rufus was…it was that kick ass band that was helping to drive this tune!

Heard it many times and still in my inventory..... First heard Chaka Khan and Rufus in 1974. 💯

This was HUGE in the UK, you gotta check out Chaka's "im every woman"

Chaka Khan. Undeniably beautiful voice that so many sounds could play with. She knocks it out all the time, all the time

It was a current song when I was 20. I am 60 this year and I feel the same way as I did then. You two reacted the same way we did at the time….

Still sounds fresh and regularly played here. Was a huge dance floor filler at the clubs I went to back then. ❤️❤️❤️

We need some KD Lane.... HALLELUJAH 2010 OLYMPICS OPENER

Miss Chaka Kahn is a TRUE DIVA! A legend, just like Aretha, Diana, Gladys, Patti, Dianne, and the listt goes on and on!

You guys have just got started with Rufus and Chaka Khan. They ruled in the 70s and Chaka’s solo career in the 80s and 90s. Keep it coming!

Top 5 songs of all times. Literally fell in love with this woman after first hearing this a lifetime ago. Every word , syllable and note she sings are genius and hypnotic. this song gets better and better every time you hear it. Do yourselves a favor and listen to this song anytime you hit your play list (It will never get old). Great show.

@aprilmichelle9658

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely. One of the greatest songs ever recorded!

The best song!! This song was absolutely killer in the clubs! Everyone got up & danced!

This used to fill the dance floors . If you didn’t know when you started dancing you knew by the end ❤

one of the best voices ever

Chaka Kahn - one of THE voices of the 80s. Although I would class this song as "80s Groove", it always had a very unique feel about it. "I Feel For You" is one of Chaka's other hits. One my favs. (originally written and performed by Prince. Harmonica played by Stevie Wonder.)

It's so refreshing to see when the younger generation really genuinely appreciate the music MY generation grew up on BCUZ it is truly TIMELESS music... Love u guys!

Certified CLUB BANGER worldwide🌏🌎🌍 for several decades ‼️‼️‼️present in great House parties too ‼️‼️‼️if this is on with a dj you know it's a good one.

Love this song. Chaka is still killing this song Live in Concerts today.

YASSSSS I have been waiting for this one! One of my all time favorite songs! Chaka is a VIBE ♥️

Chaka is a TEN time Grammy award winner. In comparison, Barbra Streisand, in a 6 decade, stellar career, has won 8. That tells you how insanely talented this woman is!

I saw Chaka Khan in concert back when this song was popular and she was fabulous!! 👍🌞♥️

Can't go wrong with Chaka especially any collab she did with the band Rufus.

This is my FAVORITE Chaka Khan song! Amazing composition and the instrumentals are jammin' on this one! Love it, and nice reaction. So excited that you finally got around to this one. BTW, Rufus was the name of her band before she broke out as a solo artist.

Rufus (the band) featuring Chaka Khan: “Tell Me Something Good”. So good, so funky! A must-listen

I just love the groove on this and the way she sings low key and sensual, till she throws you up against the wall with that gorgeous belt note mid-song... you just go: wooooooow... what just hit me...? That note hits me every time... And the bass groove, is amazing

It is literally one of the greatest performances I have haver EVER heard!

I have watched this reaction at least 5 times and it makes me smile every time. Amber, your remarks about Chaka and her singer is spot on, you put it into beautiful terms how this song makes me feel. And Jay, love the way you get into it with the raised hands, dancing in the chair which is what this song made people do on the dance floor and in the clubs. I was lucky to live through it and glad to see the young generation discover it. Great reaction channel, love it.

Great song,, you should do her first hit with Rufus "Tell me something good", full of funk, and pure 70's vibe

saw her at Jazzfest in new orleans and she did not disappoint

Stevie Wonder "If You Really Love Me" & "My Cherie Amour"...Classics.

J & Amber, you'd like Chaka Khan and Rufus - "Tell me something Good"!

This song is timeless. Still awesome after all this time.

How awesome is THAT song, woohoo!! The BEST dance song!!! This is in my pantheon of best songs ever 😊

My girl love her from the beginning to forever.

Used to mix the hell out of this song! 3 turntables and two mixers. We’d even put a 45 adapter on the 1200, lay the record on it and invert the needle to play.

Request please....Toni Braxton, "Unbreak my Heart." She had many hits, but this one is so emotional and shows such complexity. Toni Braxton is a vocal powerhouse. Seriously, treat yourselves. This one brings a tear to my eye.

@jt9994

8 ай бұрын

Yes please do

I was a Disco QUEEN---and I couldn't get to the dance floor, fast enough, when this came on!! I love, love, LOVVVVE Chaka Khan!!!

The production is amazing. Iconic beat

The passion, strength and power of this song is so full of tenderness. That makes it so special ♥️

one of the biggest hits of the the 80s! in the uk this was massive played everywhere ,and on generic radio stations "played to this day". love the reaction ; )

This was a HUGE club hit in the day! Heard it almost every single night. HUGE!

This is just one of the best dance tracks ever - period