The more I watch Little Richard interviews, the more I like him. The man is not only a musical legend, but a real intelligent person with a great sense of humor. Very pleasant to listen to him.

This man was 58 when he performed this in 1990. His energy was astounding!

Little Richard didn't just invent it...he WAS Rock & Roll. RIP!

We wouldn't have Elvis, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, James Brown, nor ALL the Greats without Little Richard!! He made & gave LEGENDS their start and is imho, the REAL King of Rock & Roll!!! Little Richard invented and perfected rock & roll...he deserves to be recognized for who he really is! God bless Little Richard🙏

He was larger than life itself. The greatest rocker of all time!

“They didn’t want a black guy to be the one created rock n roll coz they didn’t want the white girls screamin over a black boy!” He was so right.

This man was a bundle of talent. He was arguably the best rocknroll musician ever. He was born to be an entertainer.

He didn't get the recognition he deserved. There should be a museum and a statue of him in his hometown Macon, Georgia. 😢💔🙏

Richard was a natural preacher! God’s hand was definitely on his life. I’m so glad that he surrendered his life to the Lord ❤️

Rest In Peace Little Richard, the real King of Rock'N'Roll, the Originator, the true Architect

This world has lost someone beyond special. What a amazing life.

How can you watch this and not smile ! A force of nature

BET should acknowledge Richard as the King of rock and roll. let the other networks get mad. We need to start giving our legends their roses while they can still smell them 💯✊🏾💓

"I`m not conceited....I'm convinced!" LOL!

"Crazy people are going to ruin this country." How prescient to today. Always an entertaining interview and I just realized even Ru Paul stole his act! Arguably one of the greatest. talents. EVER! RIP Little Richard.

Pound for pound, this had to be one of the best Little Richard interviews! Richard: "I had a guy told me I didn't look right... I couldn't understand that..." Arsenio: "Oh! He was old..." Richard: "Yeah, and he was ugly!"

This is one of the realist people that's ever walked this planet.

R.I.P. Little Richard. Your unbridled spirit will be missed in this world.

His presence and personality is unmatched

"I'm not conceited. I'm convinced." LMAOOOO!! Love that!

"Y'all don't give me nothin'!" Lol 😂 Lil Richard finally got awarded 😁

He’s home with his mama now. Thank you, Little Richard. RIP

Little Richard was top row back center at Prince's first Arsenio Performance a year later from this appearance. I know, I was there. Little Richard sat there like a God overseeing one of his disciples.

What a lively personality! I couldn't stop laughing! What a legend.

When Litl Richard is on your show is no longer your show!! RIP KING

We have lost a great musician. Now go jam with Prince, MJ and Whitney. #RIPLittleRichard

I remember Little Richard having a rebirth of sorts in his career around the early 90's. He guested on Jon Bon Jovi's debut solo album, he appeared in videos from Cinderella and Ratt, he was on prime-time game shows, etc. It seemed like everybody who was somebody in the early 90's wanted to work with him in some capacity. It's a testament to what a legendary, talented, and engaging performer he was and how his music continues to resonate with people. Thank you Little Richard for helping put rock and roll on the map. We will always be grateful to you for that. God rest your soul.

I have never watched an interview and smiled the entire time. Little Richard was such a bright and beautiful spirit. R.I.P ♥️

Rest In Peace to the man speaking the truth. The true king of rock and roll.

Now thats a REAL performer

His makeup and Gheri Curl was EVERYTHING. RIP trailblazing ICON

Little Richard was absolutely correct.They always disrespected him. He was who he say he was, Architect of Rock n Roll. Crazy ppl is going to ruin The U.S. he is right. He did a shout out to his Spouse Ernestine too.

Little Richard was definitely one of the great ones this old world has ever produced

"There are some people that are just devils but call themselves Christians." Realest thing ever said.

I saw him at a gas station one night in Tullahoma, TN. I was pumping my gas, and looked up and he was in the shadows smiling at me. I think he was waiting to see if I would recognize him. When I did, he walked away. Always wish I would have gotten an autograph!! RIP, Sir!!! ☺️💜

At 9:00 he started talking about Freedoms being under attack , this Man was before his time in many ways !

I never met Little Richard but I certainly will never forget him.

B.E.T Should acknowledge him as the "The Architect" of Rock N Roll... he was the originator...and I hate when they give these Icons they're stars and awards sooo damn late in Life...legends like him deserve their shit early hell... little Richard deserved EVERYTHING...and I love how REAL this man was....i never met him...but I'm glad I was born early enough to know who he was and watch him on interviews cus I love him... R.I.P Lil' Richard✴

Loved him! Im 82 niw, and still watch this!!!

As irrelevant as it is, I am white, and I came to watch this because of Little Richard... I've watched very little TV, but what little I have, Arsenio Hall is my favorite talk show host ever!!! I hated it so bad and couldn't understand why his show was cancelled. It was the best talk show ever!!! That said, one of the reasons was having people like Little Richard on the show! Where so many kept interrupting Little Richard, he helped him express what was on his mind, and added so much to the interview! One of my favorites!!!

RIP. A little more soul in heaven today.

R.I.P to the legend who invented Rock n Roll, there'll never be another Little Richard

I 💜 LITTLE RICHARD BLESS HIS SWEET SOUL 🙏

The Architect of Rock N Roll...No one else on earth can wear the title cepting this man. He is EVERYTHING TO MUSIC AND HIS PERSONALITY IS JUST BEAUTIFUL!❤RIP

Little Richard was AHEAD OF HIS TIME!!! RIP.

That song dedicated to his momma sounds country to me. They say blacks dont do country, I'm black and its not a genre i listen to but black people are definitely not restricted to rNb and rap. K Michelle is an rNb singer who wants to do country. KeKe Wyatt sang some Tenesse Whiskey song that had me in tears. Stop with puttin people in boxes

Little Richard was a force. Just watch his fingers on the piano, his energy, and how comfortable he always is in his delivery. He was a very talented and funny dude who knew how to entertain and keep his audiences cheering and hollering, but he was so much more than that. At this point Little Richard was 58 years old but still, by his own testimony, an infant in his spiritual journey. Many years later (long after he took off the makeup and the big hair and stopped performing in concerts), I listened to him speak about how his relationship with God completely changed his worldview and his whole life. And he really left an impression on me. I love that he loved God, and how humble and honest he showed himself to be after he was done with the Hollywood stuff and began to let his real personality shine. A very intelligent, generous, and beautiful human being.

King of Rock and Roll.....period.

Little Richard was an multiple artist of best class! A strong person, a real fighter. A magic voice and soul!⭐️

My grandma had the hots for him like no other lol god she had Little Richard everything and she finally got to seem him live in the 80s my mom said she thought she was gonna rush the stage and jump him at 65 lol

"No place like home" RIParadise Mr. Richard...you get to kiss and hug your mom again ❤

They don't make musicians like this anymore...RIP to The Great Little Richard 🎹🎼 Your Music will live forever....🎶

30 years later he gave his last sermon before he passed and had a much different message than here. #RIP Little Richard. The real KING of Rock and Roll.

I forgot how much I love this man. He makes laugh so hard. He's my kind of people.

Wow. He could make a piano talk. Rest in peace Richard.

This man spoke the truth !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I can listen to him all day !!!!! He is just amazing !!! I hope your in heaven preaching your word !

Always was a breath of fresh air ---- fun guy

Thanks for this! That song for his momma was beautiful..never knew he sang songs like that. Now he's back with his momma, in the presence of God..he found Jesus..

This guy was larger than life in every capacity....so talented...funny...articulate...fantastic...💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

There's never going to be another Little Richard. One of a kind, no dispute. My parents filled the house with music of most genres when I was kid, and he was in that mix. I still say he's the true king of rock n' roll, not Elvis. People can argue that, and that's okay. All that he said in this is true, and it's one of the appeals of rock music itself - of course which extends into my favourite form of music, heavy Metal. Little Richard spoke about telling the truth no matter how unpleasant it is, and more importantly, be passionate while being yourself. To stand up, defy, and express yourself with everything you've got. That's rock n' roll and beyond, and while he has left us in mortal form, his music will live on forever. You can't help but be inspired and admire the fire and spirit the man had. He didn't hold back, and that's the beauty.

He never turned away from the camera while performing. Always looked directly at audiences

💕💕💕 I absolutely adore this beautiful , crazy yet lovely soul 💕💕💕 Such a sad day for us when he passed. Another soul taken to rest with his angels. You are sadly missed and are loved so much. 💕💕💕 God bless you Little Richard.💕💕💕

Little Richard threw it down on "The Arsenio Hall" show.

Legend. He could tear your heart out with a gospel melody. Seconds later you're dancing in the aisles.

Little Richard is one of a kind....the best comedic line I've heard in a lifetime..."I`m not conceited....I'm convinced!" LMFAO! Little Richard, you are magic in a bottle! Your legacy will live on forever! RIP Little Richard! You Will Be Missed For Eternity!!! Tribute to Little Richard (Born - Richard Wayne Penniman) “The Innovator, The Originator, and The Architect of Rock and Roll” American Singer, Songwriter, Pianist, Musician, Actor & Composer (December 5, 1932 - May 9, 2020) You Taught Everyone How To Celebrate Life! Thank You For The Music!!!! #TheInnovatorTheOriginatorAndTheArchitectOfRockAndRoll #RIPLittleRichard

The words Little Richard is saying in this interview are present today. Somehow, he foresaw the future. RIP Little Richard!

Little Richard deserved every single award he got and and a bunch he didn't and I miss him R.i.P. Little Richard.

RICHARD WAS ABSOLUTELY RIGHT! I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO MEET RICHARD ON HIS BIRTHDAY IN BEVERLY HILLS AND THANK HIM FOR HIS MUSIC,AND HE THANKED ME AND GAVE ME THAT GREAT SMILE! RIP RICHARD,AND THANK YOU FOR YOUR MUSIC! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😎

2 snaps and a broke wrist! I hear that!

Richard is the GOD OF ROCK N ROLL!

THE KING, END OF DISCUSSION....NOW, SHUT UP!

Arsenio's show was a breath of fresh air in the smog of late night at the time. I love how Little Richard was talking to the audience the whole time. No one does that.

What a gifted man ,extremely articulate , bold, and hilarious.

Little, Richard music was ,The first, one and only, Rock and Roll. Elvis, Presly, Tbe Beattles and The Rolling-Stones. And the rest is History. R. I. P. Little-Richard. Thank you. 20/20

God was dealing with this man then! It's a process! Hilarious he was! I see Prince, Michael Jackson, Jimi Hendrix, etc. The fashion and the styles! The Musical Genius and the Artistry! The True Pioneer! Mr. Richard said Pat Boone stole so much of his music! He would have to switch up many times! One thing most will agree! He wasn't Boring! You got your money's worth! Start to Finish! Singers had pure talent back then! Boy! Some you would hate to be Next! Not like today. They cry their way to the top! Along with sad stories! These Black Men and Women back then went through Pure Hell!! You wouldn't know it. But, they performed anyway! They had themselves and Families to take care of! Had their Dignity and livelihood stripped from them at times! But somebody prayed for them! Whether Parents or Grandparents. Saints and Friends! Etc. This Pandemic is no accident! Around the Globe there have been a lot of Injustices! Going on. I believe if it's not your time to go! You definitely will still be here! I pray for Families who have lost love ones! I would never be insensitive to that! The Bible talks about. There's a Appointed time for ALL of us to leave here! We just don't know When, Where, and How? The best investment any of us could make! Blow the dust off Our Bibles! And dig into the precious Word of God! To get those Nuggets of the Wisdom of God! Where the True Treasures to Life! Are there for the Taken! Mr. Richard knew a lot about God! He knew like the Rest of us! He wasn't going to stay out there long! Because God was in his Ear and eventually in his Heart! Our Mothers always would always call us! By our first name! When it was time to come home! Richard! Richard! Hey baby! It's time to come in. Come on Home baby! That voice of assurance. She always with a Smile! Would kiss your face! Hug you forever tight! How you doing baby? Mama loves you!! God was no different to Mr. Richard! And eventually to all of us! I hear him calling! Excuse me! Love is calling!

RIP brother. THE father of Rock ‘n Roll. 😊

This will always be one of my favorite shows. The Arsenio Hall Show .

RIP to a man of great courage and talent. I hope your journey is smooth and peaceful ❤️🙏

The original G.O.A.T.'s: Lil Richard = Prince James Brown = Michael Jackson

I am absolutely heartbroken on the passing of the true King of Rock 'N Roll, the one and only, Little Richard. A huge influence on me but also an unsung civil rights giant as during a time of great division in America and extreme racism towards the African American Black Community, Little Richard pioneered the way for a black man in elevating the Blues and Rock into the mainstream of White America but still loved performing to integrated crowds. His raw stage presence and energy, not to mention his vocal range, power and musicianship dwarved the likes of Elvis and Jerry Lee Lewis. They all performed each others songs, as most Rock 'N Rollers did, but Little Richard stood head and shoulders above them all. May you Rest in Peace you absolute legend!

The song for his mother was heart felt. He loved country music and performed it well

I appreciate his impassioned defense of free speech and free conscience.

I saw Little Richard live. He's talented and funny. Loved him. ❤❤❤

They're going to call true Christians religious fanatics. Mmmm mmm mmm. Boy he wasn't lying.

Rockn Roll Genius the King of Rockn Roll hands down.

I loved Little Richard, since I was 4 year old. I was born in 55 RIP Little Richard

This is really sad to loose Little Richard... May God have mercy on his soul!

My favourite interview with Lr. This is Lr in his element...being his true self...Sounding fabulous at age 57 Love this guy. He is so natural, so free and honest RIP my friend

Rest in heaven, Mr. Richard. We’ll always love you and your music ❤️😎🌟🎶🎤🎹🙏

What a great story about little Richard, we continue to recognize your talent, I am Mexican and I love your music, as Mohamed Ali said ''The King'', yes you are a genius of rock and roll and your legacy continues, greetings to heaven, great Richard,, , Shut up! uguapbabolubauguapbanbum!

The Originator, the Emancipator, and the One True Architect of Rock and Roll!

The God of Rock ‘n’ Roll Music 🎶🙏🏻📀🎹🎸🎤

R.I.P. Little Richard aka legend aka icon there will never be another.

I don't know how he was able to scream like that and his voice never failed!!

He was such a gem. Rest In Peace 🙏

He is phenomenal!

Once loved NEVER forgotten❤️

Little Richard.....rocking the heavens....with Lucille and tall Sally

I am an Elvis Tribute Artist and I love Elvis, Jerry Lee, Carl Perkins, Cash, and all that but to ME, Little Richard is the Originator of Rock n Roll and Chuck Berry is the Father of Rock n roll. I also loved James Brown, MJ, Prince, and Barry White. Little Richard was a class act, great person, and loved people of All races. He was a great Christian man of Faith and was so wise.

I've been searching for this clip for 30 years. I watched it LIVE and became unglued at this performance. The backing band, all white guys, killed Lucille. This is Richard's best performance of "Lucille" Downloaded it for safe keeping. Truly The Father of Rock and Roll.