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- Full Name: Minnie Julia Riperton
- Born: November 8, 1947
- Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois
- Died: July 12, 1979 at Cedars Sinai Hospital
- Genres: R&B, soul
- Years Active: 1964 - 1979
- Record Labels: Chess Records, Janus Records, Epic Records, Capitol Records
- Special Awards: Society Courage Award from President Jimmy Carter
- Wife of music producer/songwriter Richard Rudolph
- Mother of Marc Rudolph and actress/singer Maya Rudolph
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Minnie Riperton was an American R&B and soul singer made famous by her number one charrted hit song, "Lovin' You," in 1974. Her vocal register spanned five octaves, including the ability to imitate birds and instruments. Riperton was the first black woman to be a spokesperson for the American Cancer Society. She died of breast cancer at the age of 31.
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What are your favorite Minnie Riperton songs and which ones would you consider remaking? 1 AnswerThere's no way anyone could ever come close to singing her songs the way she did, she had such a larger vocal range, but if I had to choose a song it would be t... read more -
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RT @ellaannounce: Belting out a hymn or two with spotify >>> not a hymn but try 4Hero,Les Fleur (also original Minnie Riperton,Les Fleurs)
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RT @Jah_Highness RT @MsReMiiJoLie listening to Minnie Riperton "Loving you" > Whatchu kno bout that Somebody grab the liqus & a cigarette
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RT @MsReMiiJoLie listening to Minnie Riperton "Loving you" > Whatchu kno bout that ! Somebody grab the liqus & a cigarette !
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