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The Woman I Am

Chaka Khan · 1992

64 min · 13 tracks · jazz · R&B · soul

A blend of soulful melodies and empowering lyrics that showcase Chaka Khan's vocal prowess and emotional depth.

Why this album works

Best for
emotional vocal performances introspective late-night listening gradual builds and payoffs
Context
Released in 1992, 'The Woman I Am' marked Chaka Khan's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus following her 1989 album 'Cameo.' This album is notable as it showcased her evolution into a more mature artist, blending elements of R&B and jazz while tackling themes of love and self-identity.
If you like
jazz, R&B, soul

The Woman I Am is an album by Chaka Khan, released in 1992. A blend of soulful melodies and empowering lyrics that showcase Chaka Khan's vocal prowess and emotional depth. 'The Woman I Am' received positive reviews and contributed to Khan's legacy as a powerful female voice in music. It included hits like 'Love You All My Lifetime,' which demonstrated her lasting appeal by charting on the Billboard Hot 100, further solidifying her influence in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Woman I Am sound like?

A blend of soulful melodies and empowering lyrics that showcase Chaka Khan's vocal prowess and emotional depth. Rooted in jazz and R&B.

What makes The Woman I Am by Chaka Khan notable?

'The Woman I Am' received positive reviews and contributed to Khan's legacy as a powerful female voice in music. It included hits like 'Love You All My Lifetime,' which demonstrated her lasting appeal by charting on the Billboard Hot 100, further solidifying her influence in the genre. Released in 1992, 'The Woman I Am' marked Chaka Khan's return to the music scene after a brief hiatus following her 1989 album 'Cameo.' This album is notable as it showcased her evolution into a more mature artist, blending elements of R&B and jazz while tackling themes of love and self-identity.

Who is The Woman I Am for?

The Woman I Am works well if you're into emotional vocal performances, introspective late-night listening and gradual builds and payoffs.

How many songs are on The Woman I Am?

The Woman I Am has 13 tracks, running approximately 64 minutes.

Tracklist

13 tracks·64:27

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Everything Changes Standout 4:39
  • 2 Give Me All 4:24
  • 3 Telephone 4:21
  • 4 Keep Givin' Me Lovin' 4:34
  • 5 Facts of Love 4:35
  • 6 Love You All My Lifetime Standout 4:43
  • 7 I Want Standout 5:52
  • 8 You Can Make the Story Right 6:32
  • 9 Be My Eyes 4:25
  • 10 This Time 5:16
  • 11 The Woman I Am 5:10
  • 12 Love With No Strings 5:02
  • 13 Don't Look at Me That Way 4:50

Release Date

April 14, 1992

Genre

jazz, soul

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

64 min 27 sec