Rahsaan Patterson on Chaka Khan

Read more in Christian John Wikane's interview with Rahsaan Patterson for PopMatters:
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Filmed by Sekou Luke Studio. Produced by Sekou Luke Studio [Rebel Media] & Christian John Wikane. Sponsored by Adorama Rentals. Music: "Destiny" by Rufus & Chaka Khan. Written by David Batteau and Richard Holland. Produced by Rufus and Roy Halee. (For promotional purposes only.)

[@orionsecret]

Whoever selected Destiny for this clip is genius because it delivers everything he’s talking about: freedom, passion, spirit, emotion.

[@unscriptedconversationswch5553]

Aww, thank you! Rahsaan mentioned "Destiny" in the interview and it just seemed to fit.

[@TimLIFE91]

Chaka has ALWAYS loved Rahsaan and the love has been mutual. It's crazy how much of a fan he is yet they are connected on a spiritual/personal level. Amazing!

[@irefusepodcast]

I had the pleasure of seeing Rahsaan once in concert. up close, second row. what he does on that stage, WOW. really hits every part. it makes me unable to sit still. magic

[@badd.lil.ting88]

He is the love child of Stevie & Chaka in my head. All 3 are my all time favorites so I love hearing him in awe of her. She is music!

[@edickerson8271]

"I can pass up opportunities with other people" Now that's saying a lot ! !

[@thepresident2500]

Two faves💜💜

[@angelainyt]

I love the way Rahsaan talks about other musicians and singers, he is Great at it!

[@bryannavarro13]

Oh wow he referenced "Twisted" from her '82 album. I agree, the passion in that song is unmatched. Possibly my favorite Chaka track.

[@sistamaryclarence]

Yasss twisted is definitely an underrated Gem and Our Love is in Danger 😍🔥🙌🏾 that whole Naughty album stays in constant rotation to this day

[@kevinlundy9422]

I was born in 1978 street player n chaka came out by 1986 she had 8 classics no one is A+ 2 me except 4 Michael Prince Stevie

[@kevinlundy9422]

Top 10 CK song of al time maybe top 6

[@kevinlundy9422]

@@sistamaryclarence top 10 solo songs top 10 Rufus songs I'm doing on My Spotify long

[@jamesduckery]

That album and What Cha Gonna Do 4 Me are bananas!🤘🏾🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@goddessoflite8888]

TOTALLY UNSUNG❤️💕💜

[@maxtheknife]

I agree. Arif brought out the fire in her that she only flirted with on the Rufus albums. "Chaka" and "Street Player" sounded like two different kind of singers.

[@sistamaryclarence]

Facts Arif Mardin definitely brought out the fire that was in her all along with his arrangements , definitely changed the dynamic of her catalog ..he’s one of my favorites 💜🕊

[@toreybrooks3963]

He pushed Chaka to Sing higher by raising the key on the songs.

[@fdlb99]

I still love her music 🎶

[@karlatkinson4397]

He's not the only one who gets her, though. Some of us really appreciate her, too. But I totally agree with his views on Twisted and Our Love Is In Danger. Great songs!

[@goddessoflite8888]

Peace Family….when I 1st heard Rahsaan Peterson song “Spend the Night” on a jazz radio station, I actually thought it was Chaka Khan singing. I LOVE RAHSAAN💜💕❤️

[@drinnyhawt8584]

2 Great singers. R. Patterson and Chaka Khan thanks for this piece of info very nice should cut a single together ❤️

[@clgil77]

This song! But ALL the album cuts off Ask Rufus. Close The Door, Better Days, Earth Song, Magic In Your Eyes. Chaka is my favorite. I have the Rufus featuring Chaka Khan logo (the lips) tattooed on my arm.

[@Lawrence_619]

whenever I hear Chaka Khan singing something....ANYTHING....its sorta emotional, because I hear a woman is totally free and honest about who and what she is. Which is to say, given how much her appearance has fluctuated and changed, she could just stay home or record music, without doing concerts. But no matter how much weight she's lost or gained...or how many times, she's relapsed...she STILL shows up for life. She's a life force...thats what is. And that voice, is untouchable. She does a rendition of "To Sir, With Love" at a Sidney Poitier tribute that was televised, many yrs ago. She was in top form, and LOUD. Id advise anybody who likes her, to search it on YT.

[@unscriptedconversationswch5553]

Yes! I love her version of "To Sir, With Love" and I'll have to search for that performance. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@Lawrence_619]

@@unscriptedconversationswch5553 you'll have to search the entire program. I cant remember how long into the show, before she comes out to sing.

[@maxaldebaran742]

If you are referring to the 32nd NAACP back in 2001, it was Natalie Cole who sang To Sir With Love. Chaka sang I Loves You Porgy.

[@Lawrence_619]

@@maxaldebaran742 👍🏾

[@GoddessFactor007]

@L2: Your focus upon her looks, body, and personal life is giving creepy vibes-I can't imagine you'd express this kind of hyperfocus with, say, Luther Vandross, D'Angelo or any male artist, or would you? Cuz they've had changes in the way they look, and fought personal demons too. It's icky.

[@jonsmith848]

My Favorite Girlfriend & I totally vibed on your Music. Went to a Concert in NYC too

[@leiutley4083]

Love them together

[@lyfesaquarium]

His swag is amazing and imma str8 woman

[@lyfesaquarium]

I luv me some him chile

[@reggied1811]

I knew she influenced him way before this video. It’s all in his voice.

[@NursingRelationships]

Awesomeness❤❤🎉

[@NDGOCHYLD]

Chaka Khan is the truth. She is definitely my favorite singer (don't tell Patti tho). Rufus is where it's at too.

[@Brook-ct3kk]

Forget Patti.. can't stand next to CK

[@msl5253]

All you gotta do is play the Rufus Albums below, to get the essence of what Rashaan's saying. Her Rufus stuff's just outright Legendary, and so mind blowing (even now, can you imagine in the 70's way back then)!!!??? 1. 'Rufus' (1973, MCA)(CD) 2. 'Rags To Rufus' (1974, MCA)(CD) 3. 'Rufusized' (1974, MCA)(CD) 4. 'Rufus featuring Chaka Khan' (1975, MCA)(CD) 5. 'Ask Rufus' (1977, MCA)(CD) 6. 'Street Player' (1978, MCA)(CD) 7. 'Masterjam'(1979, MCA)(CD) 8. 'Camouflage' (1981, MCA)(CD) 9. 'Live:Stompin' At The Savoy' (1983, W.B.)

[@natashadallas5085]

Rahsaan is on the money. Letting go in a song is key and something you really only hear from the greats ding from early 2000’s and back on in the 40’s and 50’s.

[@mcmac9565]

Chaka is a fearless sanger..part of the reason that she has so much integrity and able to stay relevant.

[@nolabrooks9906]

I believe dude was one of 3 artists blackballed in a way. Him, Tevin & Johnny Gill