I'm reading THE LAST CHANCE TEXACO right now. Rickie prose is magical poetry. I'm astounded by her mastery of the English language. She's excellent. The book, for me, is a page turner. Her life would have broken me beyond repair, but Rickie is a champion.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

A fantastic read, and an even more fantastic listen if you get the audio version she reads herself. Makes the whole thing that much more alive and real. What a remarkable person, remarkable artist, remarkable woman. So much love and respect.

I’m on chapter 18. Wow! It reads like fiction that would never be believed. What a glimpse into your songs mother! I’m not a huge reader but look forward to every evening before bed to get back your story.

My favorite writer ever. Beautiful honesty, authenticity, strong integrity (stood out to me too) - her sense of self - her spiritual, mercurial, magical kind of dance through finally reaching her dream. I'd love to read anything Rickie writes.

I really like your friend, Teresa. She's such a character! Intelligent and a good listener, certainly, but also hilariously funny. She had me in stitches! 😂

Hey Rickie, I read the book in two days. It was such a surprise and such an intriguing, well-written, almost nail-biting read. Who knew, what a story. I felt like the guy in the old Memorex tape ad, sitting in the chair with my hands holding tightly onto the armrests, while my hair is being blown straight back. Wow. I do hope there is at least a second companion volume. I need to read it again and take my time with it to highlight the amazing writing. Teresa's description of the book is so spot on. Teresa, you are a treasure too. So nice to meet you as well. Best to all. Blessings to us all, everyone.

Wow. Thank you both so much. It's absolutely amazing, as are you. I have listened and loved your music my entire life. You are a gift and make this world a beautiful place. Peace.

Rickie, i still hold Our memory of giving you a rose on your Magazine tour in Madison, Wisconsin. You sat on my lap in tje front row and asked what song i would request. I always came to see you at the Barrymore for years after that . ❤️🥰😊 🌹

Reading your book right now, Rickie. Pure and poetic by nature. Powerful. You’re magic.

Got to get the book! One of my fav songs ever is Danny's All Star Joint! Singing it -- trying to do it justice. Thanks for your beautiful contribution to music and the arts. You too Teresa!!

We saw you live twice, one in Hollywood (pre sobriety) and at the Universal Ampitheatre (sober) BOTH shows were BRILLIANT as are all of your records.

Okay so I’m at the half way point of your book. And let me just say, forget the Finding your Roots - girl your life is and should be a movie in and of itself. And I haven’t even gotten to fame n success yet. But it is truly a miracle time and time again that you are alive. The universe had bigger plans as it saved you every time ✨✨✨✨🙏🏽💗 And I’m so grateful it did. As I’m listening to Flying Cowboys at the moment

That was so enjoyable!!!

Rickie...I just finished reading your book/memoir/bio. I'm awed by your originality, artistry, honesty, perseverance and, above all, the love that you've poured into every chapter of your life. Bravo and thank you!

Raised by poodles 🐩 very good 👏

RIP Ricky ✨💛💛💫 Love you so much 🌟

I always felt a strong connection with you as though our childhoods were running parallel in the 1960's.There is a Beautiful melancholia weaving through your music which is mine too.TY and Blessings.Jamie.

All I hope is you keep this channel going with content. I have always loved your music. Thank you

Just finished it this morning. Thoroughly enjoyed it.

Aahhhh , im ,💜💛💚💙🧡❤ SO , SO GLAD, I FOUNDYOUR MUSIC AGAIN , I LOVED LISTNING TO UR MUSIC, WERE CLOSE TO THE SAME AGE, MY MOM USED TO SAY, YOU REMINDED ME OF HER, MOM THOUGHT WE LOOKED A LIL ALIKE . U WERE TOO PRETTY , BACK THEN, ANYWAYS ...MOM JUST DIED, LAST JUNE, AT AGE93, AND IT REALLY BROKE ME, BUT,..ALL THESE YEARS, I THOUGHT MOM ALWAYS SAID THAT, BECAUSE OF THAT FAMOUS SONG..CHUCKIE..I THOUGHT, WHEN SHE SAID THAT....I THOUGHT SHE MEANT...IM LIKE THE SONG..BUT.........NOW THAT IM IN MY LATE 60S, NOW I SEE WHAT MY MOM MEANT......BACK IN THE 80S...I GUESS I DID ....FAVOR YOU IN THE FACE....I CAN SEE IT NOW....BUT I COULDN'T ...IN THE 80S......CRAZY....HUH.

Thank you for the book, a fascinating read. We're not far apart in age and I recognize so much of what you have described in its time. Your music has been part of the soundtrack of my life since I was 16. I collected 45's as a kid, not so much albums; but "On Saturday Afternoons..." (a b-side,) so captured my spirit and I had to hear more and I bought your debut album and it's been a wonderful journey. Thank you.

Rickie, the book is an inspiration. You are an inspiration. You are an amazing multi-talented artist, blessed with a brilliant mind and a beautiful soul. Who do you listen to? I'm a Canuck raised on R&R. With older brothers I was exposed to Buddy, Elvis, Sam, Roy, Dion then the British invasion. I loved the Rascals (most under rated band ever). But something happened in 79. I discovered your voice. You put a spell on me then and I'm glad you did. You opened my eyes to Jaz, Blues and all things Rickie. Today I appreciate only a fraction of what I did in yesteryear. But, I discovered Beth Hart a few years ago and she is spectacular. Bless you Rickie and know you are loved.

As a writer Rickie, I get it when you understand the story. Yours is fascinating 💜 looking forward to more videos

Hi Rickie, I'm almost done listening to the audio book! So Good! My friend Debbie O"Neil said she went to High school with you in Olympia. I've seen you in concert about 5 times. Your Pirates album is my very favorite. Thanks for singing and writing such great touching songs, you and Stevie Nicks are my Favorite singers! Your music is so Healing! I had a crush on you 43 years ago, I sent your mom a letter to give to you back in 1979. Don't know if you ever got it? I need to get back with my song writing, before my dad died in the hospital in July 1980, the last words he said to me, was he heard my song on the radio! Joey

YOU! BRILLIANT!!! can not wait to read! love you to moon and back!

I am loving the book, thank you 😊 🙏

I can’t wait to get my copy, I’m glad you posted and shared this little tidbit.. makes it even more enticing! Also Rickie, would love to see you on an episode of Finding Your Roots.. with Henry Louis Gates Jr. aka Skip. I have a feeling there will be a lot of interesting stones that were left unturned and probably leave you with a larger sense of understanding of where you (as with all of his guests) come from - those DNA waters run deep you know 🌺

Thank you. You are and will always be my queen of song. I hope your out doing one show after another and having a great time.

RLJ, you are lovely, thank you

I want that book, ms Jones has such a great influens on me, musically and spiritualy! She has always felt like a "geestverwant" (a soulmate), a musical spirit filled with LOVE!

This lady was Amazing back in the day. Love Chuck E in love. I saw her on the talk show the View last week. This lady could sang that is better than sing😊 when I saw her on the view it brought back the memory of great music makers. I was so happy 😊 to see her doing well.

Rickie, I can’t WAIT to read your book (it’s on order) and why did this vid end so abruptly? Would love to hear anything and everything you have to say as I have always loved you and your music. You are a truly unique artist... I’ve got everything you’ve released. Any more music from Rickie’s house coming? Those are such a thrill, to hear you in such an intimate setting as your home. Please know that you’ve touched people’s lives and I am one those. I thank you for everything and wish you the best! ~Dale/MN

Great interview ❤

I love this so much!!!!

I just read your book. I actually went back and re-read some of it. It has a lot of history in it. I am so glad you wrote it. I saw your interview with Whoopie Goldberg on The View and enjoyed her response to the book. She understood exactly what you were describing throughout the book and seemed to love it as much I as I do.

Great memoir!!

More please! It's so good to hear and see you. So positive and so encouraging in spirit. I'd love to hear more of this convo. It's a perfect partner to the book.

Love your music......just got your book and looking forward to reading it.

The books a good read ! I had a fine old time and when I went on to the next book found that I missed Miss Rickie Lee ! Took a lickin' and kept on tickin'...orphan mom on my side and could feel that in the writing. Its all too real sometimes....

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Hi Rickie & Teresa! I would love to see more of this interview! I would also love a signed copy of your book but didn't see how to order one! Can you post a link how to request one? Thank you so much! 🥰

Doug Dillard says,"Steven was too young to drink at our sad cafe, however, he very much loves you..

Wlak Away Rene, your version is great.

You got me with 'spooky'!

You ladies are funny.

Where is more of the interview ?!

RICKI IS MY FAVORITE NAME MY NAME IS LEAH - RICKIE LEE I NAMED MY ONE DAUGHTER RICKI LEE! O ho I remeber seeing you at The Wiltern, I knew every lyric I chose an I Love you Ricki moment! You replied hey kid I Love you and I almost died! Mahalo Nui Loa

Would that Iranian rockstar be Svedalisa? She is unique. I remember seeing you at the Santa Fe Nissan store in the early 90's. Your red beret as captivating as your pretty smile.

Thank you Rickie. When will the rest of the hour be posted? Wish I could hear the whole talk. Please let us know. You are awesome.

RLJ, tell us... what's it like to wake up every day to an avalanche of love??

i like turtles

you are both hot

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"It's not because I kiss the boys behind the magazines...." - allof my former musical icons have turned out to be sadley 'woke".