Sheila E. is just a day removed from her surprise FireAid performance in L.A., and it’s still fresh in her mind — as she dished to TMZ.

The singer dropped by “TMZ Live” Friday, sharing how the event was a crucial moment for the industry to unite — especially for those who lost everything in the devastating wildfires.

Catch the clip ’cause Sheila dives into the concert’s inclusivity, highlighting how it wasn’t just for the stars — it was also about giving back to regular folks who were hit hardest by the fires.

Sheila told us she was all in from the jump, made a few calls to get involved, and made it clear she wasn’t about the big announcement — she just wanted to surprise everyone with a performance.