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Chaka Khan & Melle Mel's 'I Feel for You' Inducted into Library of Congress
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- May 14, 2026
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- 87
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Chaka Khan and Melle Mels I Feel for You inducted into Library of Congress National Recording Registry, marking a pivotal moment in the fusion of R&B and hip-hop. The 1984 hit, produced by Arif Mardin, features Chakas powerful vocals, Stevie Wonders harmonica, and Melle Mels iconic rap intro. The song, which won two Grammys, is now part of Americas sound heritage, alongside other notable picks like Taylor Swifts 1989 and Beyoncés Single Ladies. NPRs The Sounds of America series will highlight these cultural milestones. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/f3e15a5a9619b11d