Musicians born on March 23

Take a focused look at the musicians born on March 23. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1905 Lale Andersen

  Lale Andersen was a German singer and songwriter, best known internationally for her rendition of the famous World War II song 'Lili Marleen.' Her emotive interpretation of the song made her an iconic figure during the war years. [bio]

• 1953 Chaka Khan

  Chaka Khan is an American singer, songwriter, and musician, known as the 'Queen of Funk.' With a powerful voice and dynamic stage presence, Khan has been a leading figure in R&B, soul, and funk music since the 1970s, both as a solo artist and as the frontwoman of the band Rufus. [bio]