- Early reviews labeled her the "piccolo coloratura" because her coloratura soprano abilities were so astonishing that many people incorrectly attributed the notes to funky instrumentation. Also, while a secretary at Chess Records, she practiced imitating the instrumental section, notably the strings and violin and especially the flute.
- Had two children: son, Marc Rudolph (b. February 1968) & daughter, Maya Rudolph (b. July 27, 1972) with husband, Richard Rudolph.
- First recorded as a solo artist under the pseudonym Andrea Davis.
- Member of Rotary Connection, 1967-71.
- Member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
- Daughter of Thelma Inez Matthews, and Daniel Webster Riperton.
- Sister of Ray Riperton.
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