FIRST TIME HEARING Minnie Riperton - Inside My Love REACTION

[@mostmost1]

She actually held that last note that long. Magnificent voice.

[@SD-it9ne]

She is the Mama of Maya Rudolph former SNL alumni. When Maya came back to host SNL some years ago, she honored her mother during one of the breaks where they have the still photo of the host. She dressed in the same blue jean jumpsuit holding an ice cream cone like the cover of her mother's album. At that time I don't think alot of people knew Maya was Minnie's daughter & might have missed the tribute unless they knew. You can look it up online to see it. Gives me chills because Minne died of breast cancer when Maya was very young. I think she was 9.

[@michaelasay8587]

I thot I heard it was a brain aneurysm

[@casey4602]

​@@michaelasay8587I still remember the day the dj announced Minnie's death on the radio in July 1979. Minnie died from breast cancer.😢

[@casey4602]

Minnie was diagnosed with breast cancer in 1975 and died four years later.

[@NeptuneLady1957]

@@michaelasay8587where did you get that?? It was breast cancer

[@elementelnins1864]

​@@michaelasay8587Laura Branigan died from a brain aneurysm Minnie died from breast cancer. I have 2 small aneurysms being watched and have had a large one clipped. Several celebrities came up while I was researching and I remember Laura Branigan was one of the singers.

[@pilesovinyl]

Minnie had a rare vocal gift and her music is otherworldly.

[@MrSteveLoucks]

RIP Minnie Riperton (mother of Maya Rudolph) who was taken by breast cancer at age 31. Her stunning 5 octave range was topped off with her signature whistle register.

[@andymageen5308]

One of the sexiest songs ever recorded, Minnie Ripperton was such a shining talent her voice is still unique so many years after her so untimely passing. She left the universe in better shape just by leaving us these timeless classics. ✌️

[@carlataliaferro4326]

This entire work is outta this world sexy...but on top of this, riding sexy into the hills, is 'Everytime He Comes Around' and 'Seeing You This Way! 🤯❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🎶🎶😍

[@Jude_196]

WOW, AMBER!! :) AMAZING PICKS for FEMALE FRIYAY!!! :) This lady just has NO COMPARISON or REFERENCE to ANYONE ELSE!! Her RANGE is just UNBELIEVABLE!!! LOVE HER!! THANKS, YA'LL!! GREAT to hear THOSE PIPES, AGAIN!! HUGS!

[@horacerobinson7149]

Continue to R.I.P Miss Minnie Riiperton ❤ . Please do Memory Lane (1979) by Minnie Riperton , also check out Denice Williams Free (1976) If You Don’t Believe (1976) Silly(1981) It’s Gonna Take A Miracle (1982) Black Butterfly (1984) Thanks as always Jay and Amber 😊

[@jeremyarrington9427]

love nicey

[@horacerobinson7149]

@@jeremyarrington9427 So do I

[@stevenblock9712]

A sweet lady with an exceptional voice who we lost way too soon. At the end of Lovin' You, she sings "Maya, Maya, Maya" to her little girl who grew up to be Maya Rudolph from SNL and a number of movies.

[@shannonk.moorer9158]

You also have the check out its companion, Here We Go (w/Peabo Bryson). Also consider: Les Fleurs Completeness Perfect Angel Edge Of A Dream Reasons Simple Things Memory Lane Give Me Time

[@NeptuneLady1957]

THANK YOU!! This is my FAVORITE song by the divine Minnie Riperton!❤ Next by her Let's Stick Together. Nobody compares to Minnie! RIP, gone way too soon (age 31).

[@wayneemery6785]

Listen to Deneice Williams singing "Silly".

[@honeybrown1997]

Minnie Riperton is, and always will be, FANTABULOUS. Other favorites of mine by her are "Les Fleurs" and "Reasons". And the lost gem, " It's So Nice (To See Old Friends ", I never tire of. It's got a little country flavor to it. I used to think it was Olivia Newton-John on backing vocals. I've always loved listening to " It's So Nice..." and Olivia's song "Sam" back to back. I just think they sound so nice together! 😊

[@kimcutts6153]

🇬🇧 Minnie had a voice that could shatter glass! RIP Minnie, you were taken too soon. ❤💔🎼🎶

[@562goodguy]

Minnie has a song called "Adventures In Paradise" that's upbeat and more family friendly.

[@michaelfreeman6608]

Minnie was a gift from the sounds of heaven. "Will you come inside me" was more of a metaphor for two people being as one. It is often interpreted as sexual but it was not necessarily the intent. The song is like a beautiful painting by an artist once completed, It's meaning can vary by the viewer or in this case the listener anyway they feel it. Which makes it a masterpiece.

[@poppingjaz]

This album was produced by Stevie Wonder (who I think had to go under a pseudonym because he was working with Motown) and is a banger! Trust me. The first track 'Reason' is a bit of funk, some rock and soul and is one of my favorites. The album has some wonder arrangements by Wonder

[@deezerbee81]

Leon Ware....who produced Marvin Gaye's "I Want You" album

[@poppingjaz]

@@deezerbee81 Ware was the songwriter on this particular track. Wonder was the producer on this album. This track came from Adventures in Paradise which was written by Ware and produced by Richard Rudolph I believe

[@michaelwiggan7437]

at 6:39 you know how many 90's Hip Artists like "A Tribe Called Quest" & "Intelligent Hoodlum" sample this section of the song to make Classic Hip Hop Records.

[@surlechapeau]

Jay & Amber, you’ll love Dionne Warwick's - Walk On By, Do You Know The Way To San Jose, I Say A Little Prayer or Alfie. Music by Burt Bacharach, Words by Hal David. Burt Bacharach + Hal David + Dionne Warwick = Timeless Music. Dionne finally went into the Rock Hall Of Fame this year.

[@EngiocGames]

Yeah I'd love to see them do more of Dionne.

[@casey4602]

Please feature Angela Bofill.

[@mkmstillstackin]

Minnie's talents were off the charts. One of the best ever, in my opinion. "Back Down Memory Lane" would be my next recommendation of hers.

[@lovefromnyc]

Back Down Memory Lane is Sooooo Good! ❤

[@CCRyder0417]

Excellent one!

[@mkmstillstackin]

@arikaelizenberry6877; @wendyhorwitz2514 Thanks! ☮

[@db-gb5xi]

Yes, agree with this.

[@brianharris6467]

Beautiful song…but has a very sad meaning that many weren’t aware of. She was actually singing about her battle with terminal cancer while looking at photos of her and husband. She can be heard at the end of the song saying “save me”.

[@jeremyarrington9427]

wheewww minnie held that note! tribe called quest sampled it in "lyrics to go"

[@AestheticStar]

Won't even deny that this has always been my favorite Minnie Riperton song from the moment I discovered it. "Lovin You" is great, it's obviously a classic & probably the song most people know her for. But this song.. it just has something to it that's so good. Always my fave. Her voice is just phenomenal.

[@CineRam]

SUPER sexy song. It was used in the movie "Jackie Brown" with Pam Grier.

[@Lamma-bighitter]

ONLY older fans will know this. Minnie's original group "The Rotory Connection", song "Alladin" from the same album and you shall be duly impressed. Also check out "Fresh Air" by QMS. Many great album songs didn't get much radio play due to time limits set by radion stations & laws of the times.

[@jdw5678]

Rotary Connection also did an amazing song, "I Am the Black Gold of the Sun," which was covered by Nuyorican Soul, but Rotary Connection (with Minnie) did it first.

[@deezbeats9546]

Check out the song "Lover And Friend" by Minnie Riperton. Great song.

[@ltgshyne15]

That’s my favorite song by her, instantly takes me to a happy place! 💯🔥🔥🔥

[@fulanspeaks7319]

Anytime the great Mariah Carey says nobody could hold a note to you…you know she’s a legend legend

[@polyglot12]

A sensual bit of music. And she can hit those high notes! You've got to give Roberta Flack's 'The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face.'

[@markstryshak539]

Studio version! Much better than the live one.

[@polyglot12]

@@markstryshak539 I 100% agree!

[@scottboswell6406]

I was just thinking of her "Making Love". The fact is, we need Roberta Flack! LOL!!

[@donnabohanon1570]

Also her Rev. Lee!

[@debragarcia671]

This is my second favorite Minnie song. My number one is "Back Down Memory Lane." Also want to remind you about another great singer, Deniece Williams. "Free" "If You Don't Believe" and "Silly."

[@frankiebowie6174]

Your aunties love this song! 😆

[@niquette65]

Minnie is the truth!❤ I cried like a baby when she passed.

[@NeptuneLady1957]

Ditto. My then boyfriend called me with the news. He said "Baby, she's gone." He didn't need to tell me who. We loved her

[@GoldenLady1007]

Same. ✨️🥺💛

[@zinarhone7642]

Minnie had a voice that reached a 4 octave whistle range. She was beautiful inside and out. She was taken 😢 away much too soon. So grateful this angel left the gift of music with us.

[@Bananadiva1]

She actually had a six and a half vocal range apparently. There used to be an interview clip on KZbin where she stated that fact. How mind blowing is that?!

[@StevePhil-qw4ep]

J's face when he gets what Minnie is saying hahaha...we all did that the first time bro

[@paulwalker9421]

Still suggest Crystal Gayle" Talking In your Sleep" or" Don't It Make My Brown Eyes Blue" 70s been trying for years. Nothing against Minnie she has a Beautiful voice.

[@scottboswell6406]

This was a time when music could not only be sexy but also romantic, not just about 'the act', Making Love!! Very intimate, perfect for listening with the lights off and being with that special person!! Next you have to hear her "Perfect Angel"!!

[@arthurseymorejr.3606]

Chante Moore can hit those same notes. She has a song called , It's Alright . I'm sure you guys would love it . Minnie was the GOAT .

[@minervalopez3145]

You guys should listen to Stacey Lattisaw's Let Me Be Your Angel.

[@leonb37]

CHANTE MOORE, whistle register, "It's Alright" Live 2022 performance. Also, "Love's Taken Over" was her breakout hit.

[@JohnPilon082149051552]

Saw Minnie perform in the 70’s. Such a beautiful spirit/song bird!

[@kennydeez..1774]

❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥Very Beautiful song and Great Voiçe

[@RonSafreed]

Minnie died so young like Karen Carpenter in their early thirties both of them!!

[@alvamarsh4290]

She was absolutely special. RIP

[@robynfedalen1777]

RIP MINNIE Riperton ❤️✌🏻🎶

[@rootbox]

When I see the pic of her, one can see the resemblance - Maya Rudolph- talent extraordinaire.

[@conspiracionesy]

Great song never heard this before, very jazzy/soul sounding which I love 👌🏻, thank you guys

[@tylerhackner9731]

So sensual and soulful. May she rest in peace. Influenced my fave (Mariah Carey)

[@miracleyang724]

Love your reactions! I'm a bit surprised that there is no Lady is a Tramp (Ella Fitzgerald with Frank Sinatra).

[@FamousBaka]

Sinatra: "“Ella Fitzgerald is the only performer with whom I've ever worked who made me nervous."

[@cashflowhustles]

One of my favorite GOAT female vocalists of ALL TIME!

[@jaysonnovelero2933]

One of her best songs, aside from "Loving You"..❤ I bet you would also like her song, "Memory Lane"...❤

[@michaelasay8587]

Gosh, why has nobody done this song?

[@klmbaby6]

There is a video here on KZbin of her singing this live. It sounds even better than the recorded version

[@dgodfrey8953]

The quintessential 70s R&B song...

[@jenniferwilliams4517]

Whoa that early guitar slide.....getting chills. Thanks for sharing this song. I had never heard it either! But I listened to "Lovin You" endlessly when I was (clueless and) in love at 18. I wrote out all the lyrics in pen and ink and drew vines and flowers.

[@michaelmorris8273]

This is why I Love this place! Never heard her before. But that was great!

[@elainehaase6007]

Minnie was one class act❤️. She has a 5 octave range. I was lucky enough to have heard her live here in Chicago. R. I. P. Miss Minnie gone way to soon.

[@gmxkey]

Overalls! Everybody wore them in the day... May never be another Minnie.

[@MrConductorman3]

Those whistle tones though!!!! And harmony…grooves deep in the pocket…AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Lynndane]

That bass is always my first thought on this beautiful song!

[@themajicman745]

I love Minnie and this sensual classic, but you need to hear Betty Wright hitting some crazy high notes in her classic "No Pain No Gain" (It has to be the live version) (Betty high register notes are 2 octaves higher than Minnie, Mariah Carey, and Lisa Fisher's

[@sincerelyme5923]

But Lisa Fishers live performance in Japan is no joke 😊

[@themajicman745]

@@sincerelyme5923 Check this out by Betty Wright........kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioKvi3-Qhd-Sn7csi=cltZbNt3KA1ToCXV

[@brynneholt1990]

Lisa Fischer’s is not technically a whistle. I don’t know if Betty Wright’s is higher than Mariah’s in, say, older live versions of Emotions. I’d have to listen.

[@themajicman745]

@@brynneholt1990 Here is Betty's high register that is 2 octaves higher than Mariah's.......kzbin.info/www/bejne/ioKvi3-Qhd-Sn7csi=cltZbNt3KA1ToCXV

[@sincerelyme5923]

@@brynneholt1990 just check out Betty Wright’s No Pain No Gain London live. You will be blown away

[@mikekjos7175]

I still say you guys need to do Dance from RATT!!! Greatest band ever!🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@brianharris6467]

Loved that you all revisited Minnie. May I offer some suggestions for future Female Friday’s? “Free” by Deniece Williams “Remind Me” by Patrice Rushen “The Closer I Get to You” by Roberta Flack ft. Donny Hathaway “Never As Good As the First Time” or “Paradise“ by Sade

[@michaelarrowood4315]

That's wonderful! I only knew Minnie Riperton from "Lovin' You" on the radio in the 70's. Very soulful sound.

[@marksmall6145]

Les Fleurs would be another great reaction song. Totally different vibe (no blushing required!) but amazing background vocals, like a choir.

[@Carmine_Gallo]

Love your shirt, Amber 👊 You guys need to check out NIGHTBIRD by Stevie Nicks and listen to how she blends her voice with her back up singers. Total talent ❤💯

[@guycarter6692]

I'm surprised Jay didn't recognize the sample of that last note. A Tribe Called Quest used it in "Lyrics To Go." She held that note so long that they stretched it out & it sounds like an organ being played through out the entire song. One of the most AMAZING voices EVER!!!

[@PluralClarity]

Jumped into the comments specifically for this. Easily, my favorite sample ever! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@kevinbarrett9068]

One of the great female voices. May I suggest checking out her first 45 "Les Fleurs" a songs of extraordinary beauty.

[@byronware71]

Yeah Minnie was an Angel taken from us way to soon. And her voice, Angelic. Love her music very eclectic. Don't forget to react to "Memory Lane" I believe her biggest hit.

[@hodgesmuzick70]

What's up Rob Squad! Strangely enough, the first time that I heard this song was on the movie Road Trip. And as soon as the music started playing I felt an old school vibe and I was immediately hooked on this song. And when she started singing it was totally over! Thisnis my favorite Minnie Riperton song. 🥰 You guys have to go down that rabbit hole of her music. Check out Can You Feel What I'm Saying?

[@deana3449]

Mini has the voice of an angel! great record and great album. A lot of people don't know that Stevie Wonder co - produced the album (he didn't produce Lovin you) Also that piano riff towards the end of the record is legendary in hip-hop. A tribe called quest sampled it on the track 'Lyrics to go' from their classic album Midnight Marauders.

[@EngiocGames]

Fantastic, I love Minnie. Next up "Simple Things".

[@answ7211]

"Back Down Memory Lane" is 1 you two should hear.

[@auntvesuvi3872]

I so love that Ms. Riperton's daughter, Maya Rudolph, is a brilliant comedic performer (who occasionally sings) in her own right... one of my favorites, in fact. 💎

[@barbaradias9154]

Listen "Reasons" by Minnie Riperton

[@sergiodavila5269]

Damn….her voice & lyrics ❤️‍🔥🔥❤️‍🔥🔥❤️‍🔥🔥❤️‍🔥

[@glenngotling657]

I thank God for the beauty He sends to us - like Minnie.

[@oldtimer7635]

Why did your god let her die far too soon? Mysterious.....?

[@glenngotling657]

@@oldtimer7635 Yes, God's ways often times seem mysterious to me too. I have faith in Jesus that when it's my time to leave time I will then know all that's worth knowing.

[@aliciazambri4237]

Reasons should be the next song you check out from Minnie.

[@raymondohlsen5054]

LOVE Minnie Riperton!!

[@leroyjames2825]

She's singing coming into her mind, it's not about sex.

[@ronaldbrown8792]

Did Minnie hold a note for more than 20 seconds? I had the album cover handing on my wall.

[@casey4602]

Minnie held the last note for 45 seconds.

[@joanibuck833]

I had Minnie’s (Lovin’ You) 45” single on vinyl when I was a kid.

[@harroldmcclendon3922]

That picture is from her Perfect Angel album. This song is from the Adventures in Paradise album. Baby This Love That I Have is the first song on that album. It is also a MUST for you to react to. Also, Here We Go from her final album. Her duet with Peabo Bryson is too much!!! She did this while dying from breast cancer.😢 My three favorite Minnie songs.

[@LibraAllWoman]

After reading some of the, previous, comments, I agree that this is my favorite Minnie Riperton song, also. Thank you, for reacting to this, unparalleled, R&B, classic. Next, for "Female Friday", should, firstly, be Phyllis Hyman then, secondly, Angela Bofill.

[@stack_of_records]

Unique, soulful and warm!! Before her solo career, she was in the Rotary Connection, a great band from the even late 60s, they brought a blend of psychedelic soul.

[@tinaotero5843]

Yesssssss!!!! One of my favorite songs 🎵

[@heyhey1956]

Jay & Amber here's an outrageous blues song for you! 'Mad Chicken Blues' - BLIND WILLY TICKLER kzbin.info/www/bejne/fIHSfX5jiJqWgpY

[@cptight88]

Yes, "Free" is beyond gorgeous.

[@spicyhot2552]

This is beautiful song ! Minnie's voice is beautiful. RIP 🕊 🙏🏼🕊

[@rickg3359]

Odd little boxes is a great song title

[@GullyF]

Six octave range. Six.

[@ellerootz6702]

Love this oldie! RIP

[@meheuck]

Something that I adore is that in recent film history, there have been two great movie "needle-drops" using Minnie Ripperton. "Inside My Love" appears in Quentin Tarantino's JACKIE BROWN with Pam Grier. And "Les Fleurs" appears in Paul Thomas Anderson's INHERENT VICE. And the icing on the cake is that Tarantino and Anderson are friends, and Minnie's daughter Maya Rudolph has been Anderson's longtime companion for over a decade. "Les Fleurs" is also used well in Jordan Peele's US, albeit for a different emotional effect.

[@perrywalker6367]

Sensual seduction that's a good term to describe this song. Imagine when I was a little boy I had no idea what this song was really about

[@eugeneklechevsky3607]

Whole lot of babies turning 50 next year because of this song

[@EmilyOseport]

You guys react to glee covers

[@josephadiaz8343]

Minnie was beautiful and awesome ♥️🙏✝️

[@lisawicks8205]

Minnie was simply magnificent…

[@SoloArt8250]

I believe Minnie @6:21 held that note for 10 measures

[@ronmoody3001]

ONE OF THE GREATEST SONGS EVER... PLEASE CHECK OUT... IN LOVE WITH ANOTHER MAN...JAZMINE SULLIVAN... DISTANCE....YEBBA

[@DarrylSellers]

Yes, Minnie Riperton's remarkble range and sensual, seductive, soulful vibe are legendary! Gone way too soon! But her spirit and legacy live on through her daughter Maya Rudolph...to whom Minnie dedicates the end of her hit song, "Lovin' you" lovingly vocalizing, "Maya, Maya!" You should do a reaction video for that song...if you haven't already. Rest, peacefullly in Heaven, "Songstress!" 🙏🏾💕♬🎤🎶

[@lauriebarrett6789]

Female Friday 1980 suggestion - Joan Armatrading - "Me, Myself, I. 1981 - Renee Geyer - "Say I Love You". 1979 - Janis Ian - "Fly Too High".

[@EasyX12x]

There is another unique and pop type Shania Twain song/ video you can use for Female Friday… ‘Up!’ You two are great.

[@stardemonspacecat]

Hey Amber... If you love Paul Stanley... CHECK THIS OUT 👉 *Paul* *Stanley's* *Soul* *Station* *-* *"O-O-H* *Child"* Trust me 😉

[@godivor]

Inside my Love was taken from her 'Adventures in Paradise' classic album... check out her previous album. Perfect Angel where Stevie Wonder plays drums piano & other Instuments.........