Legendary singer Chaka Khan has unveiled an exciting musical partnership with acclaimed artist Sia. In a recent interview, Khan shared, “Sia and I are working on an amazing project, and I hope the first single will come out some time this summer.” She expressed enthusiasm about their collaboration, noting, “Sia is amazing—she’s my goddaughter!”
Creative Challenges and Mutual Admiration
Despite their shared excitement, the duo has encountered challenges in concluding their project. Khan explained, “We can’t finish, because we’ve got so much to give. It’s beautiful.” Their creative synergy has led to an abundance of ideas, making it difficult to finalize the work.
Their professional relationship has deepened into a close friendship. Khan remarked, “Sia and I have become great musical partners, writing stuff together.” She further revealed plans for future collaborations, stating, “We have a song coming out in the first quarter of next year.”
Past Collaborations and Future Endeavors
This isn’t the first time Khan and Sia have joined forces. Sia featured Khan on the track “Immortal Queen” from her 2024 album “Reasonable Woman.” citeturn0search2 Additionally, they performed together at the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony, celebrating Khan’s Musical Excellence Award. Reflecting on her career, Khan expressed gratitude, saying, “I’ve got lots of accolades, lots of awards… people have been letting me know how they feel about me and that means more than anything.”
Beyond her work with Sia, Khan has hinted at other upcoming projects. She mentioned plans to release a collaborative album with the late Prince and bassist Larry Graham, noting that previous delays due to red tape have been resolved.
Fans can also look forward to “The Queens Tour,” featuring Khan alongside Patti LaBelle, Gladys Knight, and Stephanie Mills. The tour is set to commence in May, with performances across major North American cities.
As anticipation builds for these projects, Khan remains dedicated to her artistry and collaborations, promising more soulful music in the near future.