FIRST TIME HEARING Minnie Riperton - Inside My Love REACTION

[@mostmost1]

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

[@pilesovinyl]

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

[@3d-obsession662]

Great to see that you did react to Beautiful Minnie. Beautiful soul who died way too young. 31 years old. So sad. Maya Rudolph is a great legacy she left thankfully.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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."

[@jeremyarrington9427]

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

[@eugenedunnii3565]

One of the most underrated Soul singers! One of a kind!❤🎤

[@leonb37]

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

[@kevinbarrett9068]

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

[@SeanONeill-ef5vb]

Love the song Les Fleurs

[@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! 🤯❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥🎶🎶😍

[@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.

[@kimcutts6153]

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

[@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.

[@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 .

[@cashflowhustles]

One of my favorite GOAT female vocalists of ALL TIME!

[@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.

[@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! 😊

[@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

[@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).

[@robynfedalen1777]

RIP MINNIE Riperton ❤️✌🏻🎶

[@fulanspeaks7319]

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

[@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!

[@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?!

[@riqhavok4969]

Beautiful voice

[@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.

[@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! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@theonecalledvino8165]

When I saw her mouth open I thought she picked up on the sample

[@wayneemery6785]

Listen to Deneice Williams singing "Silly".

[@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

[@ellerootz6702]

Love this oldie! RIP

[@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. ✨️🥺💛

[@michaelarrowood4315]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@frankiebowie6174]

Your aunties love this song! 😆

[@sergiodavila5269]

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

[@tinaotero5843]

Yesssssss!!!! One of my favorite songs 🎵

[@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”.

[@dgodfrey8953]

The quintessential 70s R&B song...

[@spicyhot2552]

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

[@warrenbfeagins]

The greatest female voice I've ever heard.

[@TebiCr]

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

[@kennydeez..1774]

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

[@FeelGoodNetwork]

Listening Again... LOVE❤❤❤❤❤ #Memories

[@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.

[@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!

[@christinewinn9150]

Her voice is beautiful. I love her music.

[@yolandaminor7188]

Love this Song! You know what she's talkin bout!❤❤❤❤

[@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.

[@JohnPilon082149051552]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@tylerhackner9731]

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

[@michaelmorris8273]

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

[@562goodguy]

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

[@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.

[@darrylmccants7280]

I remember Minnie Riperton singing this song live on a variety show and it sounded just like the recorded version. Back then there was no lip syncing going on so you had to use a real mike and live band. Amazing.

[@deniseanderson3061]

So Happy! ❤ Continue to listen to her songs! 🎶💗🎶

[@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

[@stephanielight4161]

Maya Rudolph's Mom can sure hold a high note! 👏👏👏 💚

[@CineRam]

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

[@alvamarsh4290]

She was absolutely special. RIP

[@eugenedunnii3565]

Legend has it that she recorded most of her songs while she was sick.😢❤

[@StevePhil-qw4ep]

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

[@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. 💎

[@cptight88]

Yes, "Free" is beyond gorgeous.

[@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"!!

[@jacquelinesmith5477]

this song was bomb back in the day awesome singer

[@rootbox]

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

[@raymondohlsen5054]

LOVE Minnie Riperton!!

[@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?

[@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!

[@michaelwright131]

this was one of my earlier suggestions guys..... thanks.... this is my fav by her....

[@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.

[@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! 💯🔥🔥🔥

[@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.

[@daviddwyer5568]

I am so glad to see that you have reacted to this one. And you are right, Amber, there is no doubt what this song is about. I think the thing that may be unique about Minnie's vocal talent is not just that she could reach those high notes, but that she could actual words up there too. You could also check out "Les Fleurs", "Perfect Angel", "Memory Lane"

[@lisawicks8205]

Minnie was simply magnificent…

[@gmxkey]

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

[@klmbaby6]

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

[@josephadiaz8343]

Minnie was beautiful and awesome ♥️🙏✝️

[@Salomon-pi8cb]

Minnie was right there with Karen Carpenter. Those two are singing together as choir angels in heaven right now. R.I P my beautiful ladies

[@mannysense3703]

She was the epitome of Mother nature with her baby breath flower look. She is invited him to her love....body, soul, realm. Next listen must be "Les Fleurs" her meaning of the birds, and the bees.

[@stephanieschwartz5214]

You absolutely must listen to Minnie singing Les Fleurs.

[@answ7211]

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

[@joanibuck833]

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

[@anthonysteinberg4853]

Gotta love Minnie Ripperton!!

[@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.

[@minervalopez3145]

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

[@carlataliaferro4326]

I am soooo glad you two finally got to mor of her! ❤ Go deeper!❤️‍🔥

[@michaelasay8587]

Gosh, why has nobody done this song?

[@leroyjames2825]

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

[@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."

[@RonSafreed]

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

[@kathyrizzi8754]

Her voice was so beautiful, her husband played in the band, not sure, but I think he was the drummer.👏👏♥️♥️🌺🌹

[@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!" 🙏🏾💕♬🎤🎶

[@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