She was a back up singer at Chess Studios

She was in the Rotary Connection

She may not have a long song list but 2 things that need to be considered

she was influential because of her vocals

She died young


The hall does make exceptions for artist who die young.

Ritchie Valens and Buddy Holly are examples

Posted by Zuzu on Sunday, 02/18/2018 @ 10:46am

Yeah, and they SHOULDN'T have in Valens' case! #jokeselection

Posted by KXB on Sunday, 02/18/2018 @ 11:39am

She gets mentioned for the "Mariah dog whistle" but she's crazy influential on neo-soul. Kate Bush namechecked her and you can def. tell on Kate's first album she was listening to Minnie's music. Sampled by A Tribe Called Quest, Erykah Badu, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Ice Cube, Wiz Khalifa, Puffy, Eminem, NAS, Xzibit, and in Questlove's playlists. Stevie Wonder produced "Perfect Angel" which is a fantastic album and considering how busy he was, hard to believe he even had the time to work on this classic gem. Definitely should be in the Rock Hall.

Posted by Danny on Friday, 09/11/2020 @ 20:08pm

Is that even a question . Of course i think Minnie should be inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame . With a voice like Minnie's who knows what to expect once she puts out a song. Take for example , "Reasons" and "Everytime He Comes Around" . Both bomb ass rock sensational pieces from a voice that doesnt even scream rock and roll if you heard her once. I mean come on people. Minnie's voice has proven so much potential over the years that its hard to even place her in a specific genre . The woman is in a class by herself . And just look at all the artist who have sampled her music and who have been inspired by her. Youd really have to study Minnie and get soaked up into her music to see where im coming from . I rest my case

Posted by Ashada Carter on Sunday, 11/8/2020 @ 22:14pm

Minnie riperton is the greatest female singer of all time and she should be in the rock and roll hall of fame.

Posted by Antwaun Falkner on Sunday, 12/4/2022 @ 14:17pm

Minnie riperton is the greatest female singer of all time and she should be in the rock and roll hall of fame.

Posted by Antwaun Falkner on Sunday, 12/4/2022 @ 14:20pm

Yes I think Mrs. Ripperton should be considered. She has an excellent voice and a decent career. She mainly had Soul hits so most aren't aware of her. I'm afraid with only one Pop hit (Loving You) she will never get in.

Posted by Jose Brown on Wednesday, 06/19/2024 @ 15:04pm

Oh well (TFB)…

Posted by Death to the RHoF on Wednesday, 06/19/2024 @ 16:25pm

Minnie has an amazing voice! She is legendary. She belongs in the Hall of fame if anyone does.

Posted by Patricia Hill on Sunday, 10/20/2024 @ 20:02pm

Her mere musicality; voice, song interpretation, production value of work, organic sensory influence, meaning in her material and her talent.

Posted by Tracey Willard on Wednesday, 10/23/2024 @ 19:16pm