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Born on November 8, 1947 to Daniel and Thelma Riperton, Minnie was the youngest of eight children. At the age of three she started modern dance lessons, followed by ballet lessons at 5. Her voice lessons began at the age of nine and she was developing her operatic chops at 11. Her goal at a very young age was to become a famous singer... she sat on the edge of a dream and it came true. A neighborhood playmate (reported to Ebony magazine, 1979) said she demonstrated extraordinary devotion and discipline to her dream. It was not unusual for her to interrupt playing with her friends , so she would be on time for her music instruction. Minne studied opera under Marion Jeffries. As recalled by Minnie, (reported to journalist Al Rudis) she spent months an More... (Submit New Minnie Riperton Lyrics) (Submit New Minnie Riperton Lyrics) Review about Minnie Riperton Les Fleur | Reviewer: Retta ------ About the song Les Fleur performed by Minnie Riperton I have to say this is one of my FAVORITE songs. This is a song so powerful and beautiful. "There are no words" I grew up with Minnie Riperton and the day she passed my Mom had to pull the car over, she was so upset. The only thing I think is sad now is my Mom can't listen to her music to this day without crying and I don't think Minnie would have wanted that.. Loving You | Reviewer: Connie Laws ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton Miss Minnie: I loved your voice soo, soo much and I was 9yrs. old when you passed away. As my stepmom would blast your music, Memory Lane and sing it rather well, might I add, she was no comparison to you for you were absolutely, "THE BEST OF THE BEST" There is no other that has walked the earth who can compare. Thank you Ms.Minnie for the experience. To her family, "God Bless" Love Ya!!! Les Fleur | Reviewer: mimi Johnson ------ About the song Les Fleur performed by Minnie Riperton I was already familiar with some of Ms. Ripperton's music, being a child of the 70's. I was watching the show Unsung and it was about her and this was one of the songs that played. That was the first time I had heard this song and I tell you it took me to a beautiful place. the song is as beautiful as she was. simply, the best. | Reviewer: Betty ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton Minnie, i hope all of her music will the reconition that it deserve. It will fill my heart with so much pride and love to hear more of her music being played on the radio. Memory Lane and Loving you is by no means the beginning and end of her music. You all need to listen and hear all that's in that beautiful voice, so you can; fEEL WHAT I'M SAYING. LOVE YOU MINNIE. the best | Reviewer: Anonymous ------ About the song Les Fleur performed by Minnie Riperton the whole album is a delight, about love mainly and with a high octive voice that doesnt annoy she has soul. Les Fleurs is so powerful and now i found the lyrics i like it even more. The album i had was also called the same as the track Les Fleurs. Its brill but i have heard that Minnie does a lot of cheese so beware. Les Fleurs means "flowers' in English. A Powerful Vocalist Who Permeated the Earth | Reviewer: Craig D. Morgan ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton Though I was only age 12 when Minnie Riperton departed this earth, I can certainly say she was one of the most powerful vocalist of our time. I can remember listening to her high powerful voice over a local radio station in Atlanta, Georgia and could feel her vocals just pierce through my soul. I was amazed at the notes she held and saying to myself, "what a gift from GOD". I remember as I got older going out buying her music and playing various songs by her saying to myself, "this is a vocalist and heart felt singer gone to soon". It is not surprising that other vocalist of my generation admired this great talent who touched the lives of many through not only her vocals but music as well. What a gift you were. Your musical songs, vocals and spirit has not been matched. Unique and forever missed. A true gift from GOD. Gift from GOD | Reviewer: ROD JONES ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton I remember listening to Minnie while growing up in Chicago in the early 70's. Her vocal range and the lyrics in her songs seem to speak to me even at at young age. Even today I think of her constantly and have introduced many of family members and friends to her music. She was before her time and left us too soon. Her legacy lives on and I will always love her for the gift she shared and the indelible mark she made on the world. My Love, Minnie Riperton | Reviewer: Cedric J. Smith ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton Everyday, I think of you and I want the whole world to know. Minnie, you are the most special person on this whole earth. I love you a many times over. It is the meaning of life to me. The words in your songs are just what this life is all about. I have two african american son's and I dedicate their births to you. TeMari Smith and Sequan Smith of VA. You are the mother and the woman and my love. My love is yours. Honey, it is so hard, with out you here. Because the more I think of you the more I love you. Yes, I am inside your love. And will be forever. I can hardly stand to think of me and you whaen your singing your song for the Gems, All Of It, Cause Baby, I don't have anymore it's only you to me. I have given it all to you. I am 36 now you left that body when I was 7. You know I was born the first memorial day. It be so that we would be inside each other, yearning each other. Walking with you daily you know I must bring this letter to a close so I can get back to what we do the more in this life of ours. This is so that all the people of the world can know: I am and my very selfish self with EVERYDAY of my life my love my Minnie Julia Riperton. And may love take care of all the rest of you and keep you and you do the same. Bless the Family Riperton's, I know you are there at home. Chicago, Ill. and The Lincoln Center and to the Rudolph's keep on strong, remember me. This is the Love Cedric J. Smith Hunt, The Son of Nobles, and The first born of the first Memorial Day 72 and I grant you blessings of peace, joy, sanctity and care by Minnie Julia Riperton and CJSH. Ms.Minnie Songbird Diva | Reviewer: Theresa Ferguson ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton what can i say that hasn't already been said i was 13yrs old when she passed away and there is none other than this beautiful diva songbird i still admire to this date. god rest your soul ms. minnie you will never be forgotten. peace and blessings theresa F. A REAL ANGEL | Reviewer: PATRICK ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton I was not born in Chicago but i lived and grew up as a child there. I was only 4 years old when i would hear my older sisters and brothers play Minnie's music. Am 41 now,by GOD'S grace and Minnie's music will always be a part of my life. I met a new friend and dedicated Minnie's LOVING YOU to her. Music made today is fine but it will never replace that which came first. GOD bless any remaining RIPERTONS. Beautiful delightful songbird | Reviewer: Glorya ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton Minnie Riperton, has the most beautiful voice I have ever heard. I was 14 when she died, the day before my baby sisters birthday... I will never forget the announcement for as long as I live over the radio that dreadful day. Being a breast cancer survivor of now 5yrs, also creates a special part & bond in my heart for her. The struggle she must have had, with something so heart renching @ such a young age. God opened my ears and heart to her beautiful voice, spirit and soul. She is the essence of what a Beautiful Black Sister should be, and a part of her lives within me. I Love you Minnie, and I know you are where you belong with the Angels of Courage and strength, God blessed us with your Glorious presence. Continue to rest my sister, in the name of our heavenly father... Minnie Rriperton was beautiful Jewel | Reviewer: Shawnee Buckner from Laurel MD. ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton I was around seven or eight years old and I can remember Minnie Riperton's song, Back Down Memory Lane that was my favorite song and she was just so beautiful to me. Her voice touches my heart just last night I sat up late listening to her music and it just made me cry, to know how she was ill and still worked very hard at every thing that she did in life. I offten think about her and her family and to hear that her daughter turned out very successful on the Saturday Night Live Show let me know that their dad really raise them well. I will like to have this song. | Reviewer: Luis Vernaza ------ About the song Lovin' You performed by Minnie Riperton Hello people there is just to said thank you make the life possible in love with this kind of song.I will like to get more information about minnie riperton a said to her thank you to be so beautiful to show this song. Thank you Luis. A Totally Enchanting Voice | Reviewer: Mode' Moheem ------ About the song Expecting performed by Minnie Riperton I reviewed a double CD greatest hits of this legendary artist. It was difficult to hold back the tears on this song. Even though I don't know its total meaning, Minnie's voice really pulls my soul in this song. I love sweet, simple lyrics, with a large sound of true spiritual depth in the music. That's what Mz. Riperton brought to my heart win listening to this. If you really love somebody, this is the song for you | Reviewer: Elfmamma ------ About the song Lovin' You performed by Minnie Riperton If you really love somebody, this is the perfect song. It pretty much sums up how I feel about my husband and puts into words, what I can't. I have always loved this song and as I sing it around the house all of the time, generally to my 6mth old daughter, as it makes her smile, my 4yr old daughter has now also taken to singing it. Beautiful! | Reviewer: A Huge Minnie Fan!!! ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton Minnie was a beautiful spirit: a beautiful face, voice and soul. I grew up listening to her music and miss her so much. I often wonder what might have become of her as an artist had she lived. She, imnsho, was one the last true artists: she could sing without relying on vocal acrobatics and could distinctly enunciate in the whistle register! Wow! The world lost a real gem with the passing of Minnie but I thank God that we had her for as long as we did. Feel Good Lyrics | Reviewer: Crystal ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton Minnie’s lyrics have captured the essence of womanhood. You can feel her in her songs. I believe she knew this she said in her lyrics so often "can you feel what I am saying". Thanks Minnie for being such a breath of fresh air in my life through you wonderful talent. This special songstress has special a place in my heart. Love ya Minnie!!! Ps. Great Article Excellent | Reviewer: Rasheem ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton This is probably one of the best and informatively positive reviews of Minnie's life as she was going through her experience. As a fan of Minnie, but moreso attracted to her life journey, this was thorough. Thanks! I luv this song | Reviewer: princess whaley ------ About the song Lovin' You performed by Minnie Riperton I have been knowing this song since i was three yrs old and im 21 now this is truly a classic it just makes u feel so in love no matter what mood u are in thats why i will always have a love for this song rip my lady!!!!!!!!! One of the Greatest | Reviewer: Sharonda Raven ------ About artist/band Minnie Riperton I love Minnie Riperton.I loved her on the Rotary Connection "Hey, Love" album if you don't have it get it!She was under-rated to me though.I wish God could let her spend more time, but we blessed to have her music! 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