Inside My Love
Minnie Riperton
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Two people, just meeting, barely touching each other Two spirits, greeting, tryna carry each further You are one, and I am another We should be, one inside each other You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love My love, my love, my love My love, my love, my love Two strangers, not strangers Only lacking the knowing So willing, feeling Infinite growing While we're here, the whole world is turning We should be, one, fulfilling the yearning You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love Say that you'll ride, inside this love with me Come ride, inside this love with me You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love You can see inside me, will you come inside me Do you wanna ride, inside my love
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Written by: LEON WARE, MINNIE RIPERTON, RICHARD RUDOLPH
Lyrics © MUSIC SALES CORPORATION, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
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22 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Inside My Love" is classified under the R&B, Soul genre.
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Artist LegacyThe song is sung by Minnie Riperton, who is renowned for her profound five-and-a-half octave vocal range and is famous for her song "Lovin' you."
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Release Information"Inside My Love" was written by Minnie Riperton, Richard Rudolph, and Leon Ware and was released in 1975 from the album "Adventures in Paradise".
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Billboard RankingThe song managed to peak at number 76 in the R&B chart of Billboard.
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Popular Sample"Inside My Love" has been sampled by hip-hop artists such as A Tribe Called Quest in their song "Lyrics to Go," and 2Pac in his song "Me Against the World."
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Noted FeatureThe song showcases Riperton's remarkable high notes, specifically her whistle register.
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Tragic Fate"Inside My Love" is part of the last album ("Adventures in Paradise") Riperton completed before being diagnosed with cancer. She passed away four years after the song's release.
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Musical RecognitionThe song is considered a classic example of the mid-1970s influential soul and R&B genre.
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Sensual NatureThe song is noted for its sensual and intimate lyrics that depict a passionate love scene.
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Cover Versions"Inside My Love" also had various cover versions made by different artists including Trina Broussard, Delilah, and Fourplay featuring Chante Moore.
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Television FeatureThe song was featured on the popular medical TV drama "Grey's Anatomy" in one of its episodes.
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Posthumous AppreciationThe song continues to gain popularity and acknowledgment posthumously, contributing to Riperton's lasting musical legacy.
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Artist Fact"Inside My Love" was recorded by American singer-songwriter Minnie Riperton. She was known for her five octaves and whistle register vocal range.
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Album FactThe song is included on Riperton’s third studio album, Adventures in Paradise, which was released in 1975.
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Composer FactThis song was composed by Minnie Riperton herself, alongside with Richard Rudolph and Leon Ware, who are also popular songwriters and producers.
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Chart Performance FactAlthough the song did not make it to the top 10 charts, it was widely received and peaked at #76 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart after its release in 1975.
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Cover Fact"Inside My Love" has been covered by many artists including Trina Broussard for the soundtrack of the 1997 movie Love Jones and Delilah in 2012.
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Sampling Fact"Inside My Love" has also been sampled in many Hip-Hop and R&B songs, including "Lyrics to Go" by A Tribe Called Quest and "Don't Mess With My Man" by Lucy Pearl.
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Controversy FactThe song stirred some controversy due to its suggestive lyrics, leading to it being banned by some radio stations. The lyrics are interpreted as an invitation for a lover to enter her body, but also to transcend physical love.
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Music Style FactThe song is remembered for its lush, romantic, and soulful melody, showing off Riperton's exceptional vocal range.
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Artistic Vision Fact"Inside My Love" was considered as one of the songs that represented Minnie Riperton’s vision of using her whistle register in a sexual and innocent context, adding an additional layer of complexity to the song.
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Posthumous Recognition FactAlthough Minnie Riperton passed away at the young age of 31 due to breast cancer, her music, particularly "Inside My Love", continues to influence and inspire many artists.
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