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You always know when this woman lays her one of a kind vocals down on a track. No one can do what Chaka Khan does. She is truly gifted. But what makes Chaka Khan even more memorable is her presence. From her belly baring days in the group Rufus, to the lace and corsets she rocks today, this songtress has donned outfits that always make you take a second look.

Never one to shy away from showing skin, Chaka was always in a bikini top with some bell bottoms. Peep the white eye shadow and that mane!

This pale purple get up shows just enough skin without being completely scandalous. Plus Chaka is hitting you with the soft curly fro and the innocent face.

In a more recent look, Chaka is all covered up in a spotted sweater, shimmery leggings and thigh high boots.

If you stumbled upon these bad boys in a vintage shop would you scoop them up and take them home? They are too fierce! Judging by the look on Chaka’s face she already knows this.

Put it in yo face! Chaka Khan is giving you a little something extra in this performance.

Even when Chaka gained a couple of ounces she wasn’t one to shy away from anything form fitting. What do you think about this leather fit?

Perhaps this purple fit is a nod to her long time collaborator, Prince. Chaka is draped in fabric but still manages to let a little leg peak through.

This photo always reminds of a retro easy-breezy Cover Girl shoot. With her bright smile and big hat Chaka is the epitome of care-free.

As of late, black has become Chaka’s signature color. Just because it’s all black doesn’t mean it’s boring. This outfit is made more interesting with a variety of textures.

Despite the passage of time we’re glad to see Chaka’s maintained her beauty and that dazzling smile.