Funk This
Chaka Khan · 2007
59 min · 13 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of funk, soul, and jazz that showcases Chaka Khan's powerful vocals and dynamic musicality.
Top tracks — play these first
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Disrespectful — This track stands out with its catchy chorus and playful lyrics, embodying the album's spirit of fun and attitude while highlighting Khan's vocal prowess.
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Back in the Day Start here — Opening the album with a nostalgic feel, this song captures Khan’s reflective side, blending smooth melodies with an infectious groove that sets the tone for the record.
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Pack'd My Bags / You Got the Love — The seamless transition between these two songs creates an emotional journey, showcasing Khan's versatility and ability to convey deep feelings through her music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends funk, soul, and jazz with strong vocal performances and varied arrangements.
What we noticed
- Several tracks feature prominent instrumental solos, particularly in the jazz-inflected arrangements, allowing for dynamic interplay between vocals and instruments.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic vocal showcases
- balanced mix of energy
- emotional storytelling moments
- engaging groove-driven rhythms
- reflective and uplifting vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a significant return and showcases continued artistic vitality.
- Career context
- Released in 2007, Funk This marked a significant return for Chaka Khan after a long hiatus since her previous studio album, ClassiKhan, in 2004. This album is seen as part of her artistic renaissance, reinforcing her status as a leading figure in the R&B genre while exploring new collaborations and sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Aretha Franklin· Stevie Wonder· Annie Lennox
Tracklist
- 1 Back in the Day Start here 4:29
- 2 Foolish Fool 3:47
- 3 One for All Time 4:45
- 4 Angel 4:26
- 5 Will You Love Me? 4:59
- 6 Castles Made of Sand 4:00
- 7 Disrespectful 4:45
- 8 Sign 'O' The Times 5:24
- 9 Pack'd My Bags / You Got the Love 5:55
- 10 Ladies' Man 3:52
- 11 You Belong to Me 3:59
- 12 Hail to the Wrong 3:43
- 13 Super Life 5:01
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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