Paulette McWilliams
American singer-songwriterWikipedia
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Sep 13, 2026
Chaka KhanGUEST
Right.
Lauren LaverneHOST
At that time, they were fronted by a singer called Paulette McWilliams.
Chaka KhanGUEST
Right.
Lauren LaverneHOST
And I know that she had a big impact on you.
Cody TinsleyHOST
Because Ask Rufus's singer left Rufus.
Hilary MillerHOST
Yeah, Paulette McWilliams.
Hilary MillerHOST
Yes,
Cody TinsleyHOST
and they offered the gig to Chaka Khan, who took it because she really liked that they wrote their own material.