Interview: Patti LaBelle

Earlier today, Patti LaBelle stopped by Power 105.1's The Breakfast Club to promote her "Patti Pies" and the legendary Ms. LaBelle opened up about a lot of things including her sweet potato pies, not being a pretender, being relevant/happing today, and so much more.

Patti also opens up about the possibility of working with other artists, such as Fetty Wap, kicking off one of her fans after he showed his behind on stage, being humble, being trusting, what she's doing for Thanksgiving, and so much more.

Watch Patti's interview from earlier today and Enjoy!

Song of the Day: "On My Own" (Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald)

"On My Own" - Patti LaBelle & Michael McDonald

• Writers: Burt Bacharach & Carole Bayer Sager
• Producer: Burt Bacharach & Carole Bayer Sager
• Record Label: MCA
• Released in 1986 from Winner In You
• Peaked at #1 on both the Billboard Hot 100 & Hot Black Singles Chart

Song of the Day: "If You Asked Me To" (Patti LaBelle)

"If You Asked Me To" - Patti LaBelle

• Writer: Diane Warren
• Producers: Stewart Levine and Aaron Zigman
• Record Label: MCA
• Released in 1989 from Be Yourself
• Peaked at #79 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 & #10 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs

Cut: "One Of These Mornings" (Moby ft. Patti LaBelle)

Came across this joint earlier today on a playlist and though I would bring it back for another cut listen. Back in 2006, the Miami Vice Original Motion Picture Soundtrack was released accompanying the film adaptation of the hit TV show.

With that said, one of the standout joints from the soundtrack has to be the Moby and Patti LaBelle collaboration which finds Ms. LaBelle's vocals front and center surrounded by some impressive instrumentation from Moby. With that said, take a listen after the jump to their joint "One Of These Mornings" from the Miami Vice soundtrack and Enjoy!

Cut: "Do I Stand A Chance" (Patti LaBelle)

Back in 1977, Patti LaBelle released her debut self-titled solo album Patti LaBelle and one of the standouts from her early set has to be the emotional ballad "Do I Stand A Chance."

Co-written by LaBelle, Budd Ellison, Armstead Edwards, "Do I Stand A Chance" is one of those joints that only diehard Patti LaBelle fans are aware of as it's such a deep cut in her discography, that it is often forgotten by fans.

With that said, take a listen below to the sublime cut "Do I Stand A Chance" and Enjoy!

Song of the Day: "You Are My Friend" (Patti LaBelle)

"You Are My Friend" - Patti LaBelle

• Writers: Patti LaBelle, Armstead Edwards & James "Budd" Ellison
• Producer: David Rubinson
• Record Label: Epic Records
• Released in 1978 from Patti LaBelle
• Peaked at #66 on the Billboard Hot-Selling Soul Singles chart

Live Audio: "If You Don't Know Me By Now" (Patti LaBelle)

Back in 1985, Patti LaBelle released what would become her last album with Philadelphia International Records and the standout joint from 1985's Patti in my opinion was Patti LaBelle's sublime live recording cover of the Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes' "If You Don't Know Me By Now."

With that said, years later, her 1982 cover of "If You Don't Know Me By Now" would be re-released along with the concert it was originally recorded from in the form of Patti's live album Live in Washington D.C. Therefore, take a listen to her sublime rendition of th Harold Melvin & the Blue Notes classic "If You Don't Know Me By Now" and Enjoy!

Amazing Cover: "Love, Need and Want You" (Jaguar Wright)

Philly's own Jaguar Wright took on the Patti LaBelle classic hit "Love, Need and Want You" with her debut album Denials Delusions and Decisions back in 2002.

Raised off of the Philadelphia sound that LaBelle contributed to, Wright's cover is a solid rendition and tribute to the Phoenix of Philly and warrants a listen or two below (especially from those who have yet to hear it). With that said, listen to her phenomenal take of "Love, Need and Want You" below and Enjoy!

Live Video of the Day: "Is It Still Good To Ya?" (Patti LaBelle & Luther Vandross)

During Patti LaBelle's PBS special "Patti LaBelle - Live! One Night Only," she performed an amazing cover of the Ashford & Simpson classic "Is It Still Good To Ya?" along with her close friend and former president of her fan club Luther Vandross.

In my opinion, these two together, can do no wrong and this goes down in my book as one of the most underrated duets and covers to occur in the past 20 years. With that said, check out their passionate duet after the jump and Enjoy!

Song of the Day: "You Are My Friend" (Patti LaBelle)

"You Are My Friend" - Patti LaBelle

• Writers: Patti LaBelle, Armstead Edwards & James "Budd" Ellison
• Producer: David Rubinson
• Record Label: Epic Records
• Released in 1978 from Patti LaBelle
• Peaked at #66 on the Billboard Hot-Selling Soul Singles chart

Live Video of the Day: "Is It Still Good To Ya?" (Patti LaBelle & Luther Vandross)

During Patti LaBelle's PBS special "Patti LaBelle - Live! One Night Only," she performed an amazing cover of the Ashford & Simpson classic "Is It Still Good To Ya?" along with her close friend and former president of her fan club Luther Vandross.

In my opinion, these two together, can do no wrong and this goes down in my book as one of the most underrated duets and covers to occur in the past 20 years. With that said, check out their passionate duet after the jump and Enjoy!

Amazing Cover: "Ain't No Way" (Patti LaBelle)

While much has been drummed up about a "rivalry" between the Queen of Soul, Ms. Aretha Franklin and the Phoenix of Philadelphia, Ms. Patti LaBelle, the two are actually quite close and respect one another despite the rumors of a diva feud.

With that said, back in 1993 during the Essence Music Awards, Patti LaBelle honored Aretha Franklin during her Essence tribute with a spirited rendition of "Ain't No Way" and of course Mama Patti went off on this classic turning it into her own memorable performance. Eventually, Patti would record a rendition with Mary J. Blige on her 2005 Classic Moments album that some say rivals the Queen's original.

Either way you might feel, there is no denying that Patti did her thang on her tribute rendition of "Ain't No Way" during the Essence Music Awards back in 1993 and you can watch all of the magic go down below and Enjoy!

Cut: "Little Girls" (Patti LaBelle)

When asked what is her favorite Patti LaBelle on Bravo's Watch What Happens Live a few years ago, Ms. Patti LaBelle revealed that it was actually her cut "Little Girls," which is featured on her second solo album Tasty.

Released in 1978, Tasty was not as big of a commercial success as Patti's self-titled debut album and featured the disco club hit, "Eyes in the Back of My Head" and the airplay-only pop ballad, "Little Girls." While "Little Girls" would peak on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart at #60, it is an often forgotten song in Patti's vast discography, but a gem nonetheless.

With that said, take a listen below to Patti's Allee Willis penned ballad "Little Girls" and if you like what you hear, (re)visit Patti's LP Tasty, as it has a few more gems on it from Ms. LaBelle's discography!

Live Video of the Day: "You Are My Friend" (Patti LaBelle)

The Phoenix of Philadelphia Ms. Patti LaBelle is always close to my heart, so I thought it would be appropriate to revisit her impassioned performance of her classic cut "You Are My Friend."

With that said, below you will find a phenomenal performance of "You Are My Friend" from Patti LaBelle during her Live! One Night Only special from PBS where she sang her face off, as she always does. Therefore, take a few minutes and let Patti bless you with her sublime performance of "You Are My Friend" below and Enjoy!

Rare Performance: "If Only For One Night" (Patti LaBelle & Luther Vandross)

Back on November 28th, 1985, Patti LaBelle had a concert special entitled "The Patti LaBelle Show" and during this special, Patti brought out one of her dear friends Mr. Luther Vandross. Luther was actually the first president of Patti's first fan club for Patti LaBelle and The Bluebells and decades later seeing these two legends on one stage letting it rip is such an honor.

With that said, watch it as Patti and Luther go back and forth on Luther's classic "If Only For One Night" below and Enjoy!

Live Audio: "A Change Is Gonna Come" (Patti LaBelle)

At UNCF's 30th Anniversary An Evening of Stars Tribute, Patti LaBelle was the legend being honored and at the end of a wonderful tribute, Patti got up and belted out a phenomenal version of "A Change Is Gonna Come."

While the TV version shows Patti accepting her award and then going into a spirited rendition of this classic, you never get to see and hear the entire song. Therefore, take a listen below to this live audio that was captured the night of the original Tribute back in 2008 that allows you to hear the entire version that Ms. LaBelle laid down that night and Enjoy!

Amazing Cover: "Ain't No Way" (Patti LaBelle)

While much has been drummed up about a "rivalry" between the Queen of Soul, Ms. Aretha Franklin and the Phoenix of Philadelphia, Ms. Patti LaBelle, the two are actually quite close and respect one another despite the rumors of a diva feud.

With that said, back in 1993 during the Essence Music Awards, Patti LaBelle honored Aretha Franklin during her Essence tribute with a spirited rendition of "Ain't No Way" and of course Mama Patti went off on this classic turning it into her own memorable performance. Eventually, Patti would record a rendition with Mary J. Blige on her 2005 Classic Moments album that some say rivals the Queen's original.

Either way you might feel, there is no denying that Patti did her thang on her tribute rendition of "Ain't No Way" during the Essence Music Awards back in 1993 and you can watch all of the magic go down after the jump!

Live Audio: "You'll Never Walk Alone" (Patti LaBelle)

Back in 1984, Patti LaBelle took to the stage of the Apollo Theater to perform a spine-tingling rendition of the classic "You'll Never Walk Alone" in honor of the famed theater's 50th anniversary and grand "reopening."

Below, you will find the live audio of her performance which in my opinion is in her top 5 vocal performance of all-time that I have heard thus far. Either way you feel, take a listen to the Phoenix of Philadelphia do what she does best and Enjoy!

Live Clip: "BET Awards Medley" (K. Michelle, Tamar Braxton, Patti LaBelle)

Last night, K. Michelle and Tamar Braxton squashed their two year beef at the 2015 BET Awards with the assistance of the legendary Patti LaBelle. While their beef has lit up the blogs and social media for years, it seems as though the ladies are over it and have decided to focus solely on the music.

With that said, K. Michelle kicked off their shared set with her current single "Hard To Do," which is lifted from her sophomore Anybody Wanna Buy A Heart? and then Tamar followed with her new single "If I Don't Have You."

After K and Tamar performed their individual singles, Tamar told the BET Awards audience, "Life is all about forgiveness, love, and unity, so tonight, I’m sorry K. Michelle, and I also forgive you." Interestingly enough, Tamar met K for the first time during rehearsals for their performance and then the duo went into a spirited rendition of the Patti LaBelle classic "If Only You Knew" where Mama Patti joined the duo towards the end.

With that said, peep the trio's performance below and Enjoy!

Second Listen: "Gotta Go Solo" (Patti LaBelle & Ron Isley)

Patti LaBelle and Ron Isley came together to record one of my favorite duets in recent history entitled "Gotta Go Solo."

While casual listeners and some fans of both of these legends have overlooked "Gotta Go Solo," it's such a great contemporary song that plays on the Mr. Big persona as well as offers up solid vocal showings from both LaBelle and Isley.

Take a second listen after the jump to this great classic and Enjoy!