Melvin Riley, Lead vocalist, Co-Founder and main songwriter of the legendary, American music Award, Grammy nominated and Multi Platinum group, Ready For The world releases new single "You Complete Me"


Click Here to Stream/Add to Spotify Playlist



Born in Clarksdale Miss, where the Blues was born, grew up listening to blues while other 7 year old's grew up listening to main stream music and artists. Melvin attributes his writing talents to a gift from God and riding in the back of his dad's Cadillac every summer, going to Clarksdale, Miss. from Flint, Michigan listening to blues greats. Melvin Riley has written billboard #1 and chart topping hits like "Oh Sheila, Love You Down, Tonight, Gently, Can He do it like this, Deep inside your love, Whose is it, My Girly, Ceramic Girl, Slide over and many other legendary songs.

Melvin has been credited for his innovative style of slow songs, influencing artist such as Usher, Chris Brown, Troop, Keith Sweat, Jodeci, Mint Condition, Alicia Keys, Twista, Trey Songs and a host of balladeers and rappers through the years after his Initial ascent into the global music industry, making him one of few artists to ever have 4 #1 hits on 4 different charts all at the same time. Melvin Riley is responsible for playing all instruments and singing all vocals on many of the chart topping songs for the group Ready For the world. His songs have been been remade by massive artists in the industry. Melvin was asked by the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame to honor his Oh Sheila Video Jacket by enshrining it in the Rock &Roll memorabilia showcase in Cleveland Ohio. Melvin was also honored with a lifetime achievement award recipient at the Southern Soul academy in Atlanta Ga, along with a plethora of music awards throughout his illustrious music career.
Melvin Signed with the #1 power house of record companies, MCA records at the tender age of 19, his songs ran up the billboard charts quickly causing him to tour right out the gate with the legendary Luther Vandross, and many A list music artists, performing to sell out crowds for decades. Melvin continues to perform and record his iconic sound and make his undeniable mark on the music industry today, as the world continues to enjoy and embrace his musical talent. Melvin Riley is and will always be, Ready for the World.

Connect w/ Melvin on Social Media:

Facebook
Melvin Riley

IG:
@Iammelvinriley

You Tube
Melvin Riley

Spotify
Melvin Riley

Views: 72

Comment

You need to be a member of True Skool Network to add comments!

Join True Skool Network

Best guide to hip hop, soul, reggae concerts & events in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles & New York City + music, videos, radio and more

Subscribe to E-Blast

WIN TICKETS

ScHoolboy Q
Friday, Oct 16 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Hugel
Saturday, Nov 7 @ Greek Theatre, Berkeley

Bonobo
Saturday, Nov 14 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Pretty Lights
Thursday-Sunday, Nov 19-21 @ Fox Theater, Oakland

Ozomatli
Saturday, Nov. 21 @ UC Theatre, Berkeley

Connect

Members

Photos

  • Add Photos
  • View All

Latest Activity

TEAM BIGGA RANKIN posted a discussion

Darko Cannon Releases Captivating New Album “Forever Free”

Darko Cannon is a rapper and producer from Chicago, IL. His latest project “Forever Free” is the third and final installment of the “Live Free Regret Nothing” album series. This release coincided with the anniversary of the first album.…See More
23 hours ago
Editor's Pick posted discussions
yesterday
Editor's Pick posted videos
Friday
Editor's Pick shared their discussion on Facebook
Friday
realmuzik posted discussions
Friday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Friday
Tampa Mystic posted a blog post

How Monsta Kodi Is Using Music to Honor Breast Cancer Survivors and Families

Monsta Kodi Featuring A.King Releases Powerful “Wipe Your Tears” Music VideoStrictly Kong Entertainment presents the official music video for “Wipe Your Tears” by Monsta Kodi featuring A.King, an Akademia Award-winning song dedicated to breast cancer victims and survivors, as well as families impacted by cancer.Blending music with a meaningful message of hope, strength, and compassion, “Wipe Your Tears” honors those facing cancer,…See More
Friday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Thursday
An event by Editor's Pick was featured
Thumbnail

Halloween Weekend at Mad Oak Bar, Oakland

October 30, 2026 at 9pm to October 31, 2026 at 1pm
Halloween WeekendFriday, 10/30DJ Renoir Video DJ Mixbroadcast on all the TVs and Projector@ Mad Oak, Oakland9pm-1am | 21+ | No CoverSee More
Wednesday
Editor's Pick posted an event
Thumbnail

Halloween Weekend at Mad Oak Bar, Oakland

October 30, 2026 at 9pm to October 31, 2026 at 1pm
Halloween WeekendFriday, 10/30DJ Renoir Video DJ Mixbroadcast on all the TVs and Projector@ Mad Oak, Oakland9pm-1am | 21+ | No CoverSee More
Wednesday
realmuzik posted a discussion

Dan Rush, Livio Harris & Mac G / GetEmMacDidIt Launch the Sasha Santiago Radio Show — A New Era in Global Media, Music, and Fashion

THREE VISIONARIES. ONE FREQUENCY. A GLOBAL REVOLUTION.The Sasha Santiago Radio Show — broadcasting in partnership with iHeart Radio — is poised to become the Internet’s next great media empire, driven by three of the entertainment industry’s most formidable power players.A New Frequency for a Global GenerationThe entertainment world is witnessing the convergence of three…See More
Wednesday
Editor's Pick posted discussions
Tuesday

© 2026   Created by Ren the Vinyl Archaeologist.   Powered by

Badges  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service