I'm Every Woman

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About I'm Every Woman

"I'm Every Woman" is the debut solo single by American singer Chaka Khan from her debut solo studio album Chaka (1978). It was Khan's first hit outside her recordings with the funk band Rufus. "I'm Every Woman" was produced by Arif Mardin and written by the successful songwriting team Nickolas Ashford and Valerie Simpson. The single established Chaka's career outside the group Rufus, whom she would leave after their eighth studio album Masterjam was released in late 1979. The track was remixed and re-released in 1989 for Khan's remix album Life Is a Dance: The Remix Project; this mix reached number 8 in the United Kingdom. American singer Whitney Houston would later cover the song in 1992 with production by David Cole and Robert Clivillés and vocals produced by Narada Michael Walden, turning it into a dance hit for a new generation. 


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2014
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Whatever you want,
Whatever you need,
Anything you want done, baby,
I'll do it naturally
Cause I'm every woman
It's all in me.
It's all in me, yeah!

I'm every woman,
It's all in me.
Anything you want done, baby,
I'll do it naturally.

I'm every woman,
It's all in me.
I can read your thoughts right now,
Every one from A to Z.

I can cast a spell,
Of secrets you can tell,
Mix a special brew,
Put fire inside of you.
Anytime you feel danger or fear,
Then instantly
I will appear 'cause...

I'm every woman,
It's all in me.
Anything you want done, baby,
I'll do it naturally.

I can sense your needs
Like rain unto the seeds.
I can make a rhyme
Of confusion in your mind.
And when it comes back to some good old-fashioned love,
I've got it, I've got it, I've got it, got it, baby, 'cause...

I'm every woman,
It's all in me.
Anything you want done, baby,
I'll do it naturally.

I'm every woman,
It's all in me.
I can read your thoughts right now,
Every one from A to Z.

I ain't braggin' 'cause I am the one
You just ask me, oo, it shall be done.
And don't bother to compare,
I've got it.

I'm every woman...

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Whitney Houston

Whitney Elizabeth Houston (August 9, 1963 – February 11, 2012) was an American recording artist, actress, producer, and model. In 2009, the Guinness World Records cited her as the most awarded female act of all time. Houston was one of the world's best-selling music artists, having sold over 170 million albums, singles and videos worldwide. She released six studio albums, one holiday album and three movie soundtrack albums, all of which have diamond, multi-platinum, platinum or gold certification. Houston's crossover appeal on the popular music charts, as well as her prominence on MTV, starting with her video for "How Will I Know", influenced several African American female artists to follow in her footsteps. more »

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Written by: Nickolas Ashford, Valerie Simpson

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11 facts about this song

Original Version
"I'm Every Woman" was first recorded by powerhouse singer Chaka Khan in 1978. This fact puts it under the category of 'Original Release' fact.
Hit Success
When Chaka Khan's version was released, it became an immediate success landing at No. 1 spot on the Billboard Best Selling Soul Singles chart. This fact relates to the 'Chart Performance' category.
Song Writers
This feminist anthem was written by the legendary songwriting duo, Ashford & Simpson. They are famous for their contributions to Motown records. This can be put under the 'Songwriting' category.
Notable Cover
Whitney Houston later recorded "I’m Every Woman" as a cover for the soundtrack of her film 'The Bodyguard' in 1992. This fact can come under the 'Cover Version' category.
Chart-Breaking Record
Whitney Houston's version of the song also performed incredibly well, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. This fact relates to the 'Chart Performance' category.
Music Video
In the music video of Whitney Houston’s version, Chaka Khan made a cameo, creating a symbolic handshake between the original artist and its remake, classifying this fact under 'Music Video' category.
Grammy Nominations
Although unawarded, Chaka Khan's original "I'm Every Woman" was recognized with two Grammy nominations in 1978 for Best R&B Vocal Performance and Best Rhythm & Blues Song, falling under 'Award Nominations' category.
Film Inclusion
Whitney Houston's cover of "I'm Every Woman" and its inclusion in 'The Bodyguard’ movie soundtrack became one of the best-selling soundtracks of all time, categorized as 'Film Soundtrack' fact.
Live Performance
During Houston’s performance at the 1994 American Music Awards, she paid tribute to Chaka Khan by inviting her on-stage during "I'm Every Woman". This belongs to the 'Live Performance' category.
Cultural Impact
The song "I'm Every Woman" became a feminist anthem, spreading a message of women's empowerment and independence. This is a 'Cultural Impact' fact.
Lifetime Achievement
Chaka Khan named "I'm Every Woman" as one of her proudest achievements during a 2020 Lifetime Achievement Award acceptance speech. This fact falls under the 'Artists' Commentary' category.

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