Chaka Khan continues to maintain a strong spiritual connection with the late Prince, a decade after the musician’s passing. The soul and funk icon, now 73, worked closely with Prince during her career, notably achieving success with a cover of his song "I Feel For You." Khan describes their relationship as enduring beyond his death, saying she often speaks to him and keeps a candle burning in his memory alongside a painting of the artist.

Reflecting on Prince’s personality, Khan characterized him as a man of few words but significant action, highlighting his focus on creativity and productivity. She also revealed that she owns half of a collaborative album they recorded together, which she plans to include in an upcoming box set, although a release date has yet to be announced.

Despite the loss of her longtime friend, Khan expressed that she avoids sadness, grounded in their mutual belief in life beyond the physical world. She spoke about the idea of an afterlife being a continuous journey upward, encouraging others to embrace spirituality and stillness. “You can access the whole field of the place, of the next life that you come into by just being quiet,” she said, emphasizing the importance of becoming more attuned to the unseen.

Khan, often called the Queen of Funk, is preparing for her own eventual passing with a clear, personal vision. She shared plans to be buried beneath a tree, symbolically nourishing the earth and remaining connected to life. She also mentioned her great-grandchildren, Kaiiya and Mackenzie, who call her “Nina.” Khan imagines them visiting the tree, leaving letters for her to “read,” highlighting her desire for an ongoing connection beyond death.

Her latest album, "Chakzilla," features collaborations with artists such as Sia and Snoop Dogg, demonstrating that she remains deeply committed to her music. Khan expressed that singing is not just a profession but a necessity for her well-being, calling it her “calling” and an essential outlet for expression and healing. “I’d be dead by now if I wasn’t singing,” she stated, underscoring the emotional and spiritual importance of music in her life.

Through her reflections, Khan conveys a message of resilience, spirituality, and devotion to music, honoring both her past collaborations and the enduring legacy of Prince.