~ Prince gave one of the most memorable Super Bowl halftime moments at the 2007 game when he performed “Purple Rain”. Purple, the sky at dawn rain, the cleansing factor…” ~ However…according to his band mate Lisa Coleman, the song symbolizes “a new beginning. “When there’s blood in the sky – red and blue = purple.Purple rain pertains to the end of the world and being with the one you love and letting your faith/god” guide you through the purple rain,” he said. ~ Many people were quite confused and wondering about the true meaning of the song and its lyrics. The song, however hit only number 2, behind “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” by Wham! ~ “Purple Rain” soundtrack spent 24 weeks at number 1 on the Billboard charts. ~ The movie “Purple Rain” grossed more than $80 million at the box office and became one of the most essential movies of the era. He called Jonathan Cain and asked him to hear it after which Jonathan said that it was “OK” since the songs shared just a few common chords. ~ Prince was very worried that the song had a very similar sound to that of Journey’s “Faithfully”. ~ The song was recorded during a benefit concert for the Minnesota Dance Theater at the First Avenue nightclub in Minneapolis on August 3, 1983. If I wanted either one I would take your money and, Some of the original lyrics that were taken out of the song for being too inappropriate are the following: ~ Originally, the song was 11 minute long, however a verse and a chorus were cut out. ~ The song is entirely written by Prince, however at first he actually wanted Stevie Nicks to write the lyrics for “Purple Rain”. I only want to see you, only want to see you If you know what I’m singing about up here It’s time we all reach out for something new Honey I know, I know, I know times are changing I only want to see you underneath the purple rain It’s such a shame our friendship had to end I only want to see you bathing in the purple rainīaby I could never steal you from another I only want to see you laughing in the purple rain I only wanted one time to see you laughing I listen to it quite often because – well, because it’s one of a kind song! Let’s remember this fine piece of art and think of him…Good night, sweet prince… I truly admire and love this song and have always been extremely captivated by the beautiful lyrics. He was much more than a commercially successful artist – he was an inspiration and one of the most important figures that changed the course of music! In memory of Prince, I decided to prepare a little tribute publication and focus a little bit more on his most famous work – “Purple Rain”. I grew up listening to Prince and I truly hold him dear – his influence and musicianship go far beyond any reason. It is considered as one of the greatest songs of all time… The song is considered as one of his most signature works and he even won an Oscar for it! This masterpiece captivated the audience by its unique combination of rock, gospel, pop and orchestral music. The song is the title track from his 1984 album of the same name, which is the soundtrack of his rock musical drama film, again titled “Purple Rain”. He was also one of the reasons why MTV broke the racial barrier – he was a true symbol and a fighter for the rights of all African-Americans.Īmong all of his brilliantly written songs, I have to say his greatest hit remains the 8 minute long epic ballad called “Purple Rain”. Throughout his career, Prince has sold more than 100 million records and has released 39 studio albums and more than 100 singles! Needless to say, these numbers speak for themselves – he was extraordinary and people loved his music! Prince was a true rock ‘n’ roll pioneer with music that is absolutely timeless. He is also the creator of the so called “Minneapolis Sound” – a very distinctive sound, driven by synthesizers and drum machines on top of rhythmic guitars. Prince was full of so many great ideas – not only he wrote his own songs, but he wrote so many hit songs for other artists as well! He was also one badass guitar player – his unique use of the guitar as a rhythm instrument is one of the many things that distinguished him. Not to mention that he was one of the most dynamic stage personas in the industry. Yes, Prince’s music was not just music – it was a pure art! Prince was a prolific songwriter, gifted multi-instrumentalist and one of the most talented producers and music engineers. Prince was much more than a talented artist – he was a master of music and a humanist, who without fear supported everything that mattered and meant a lot to him by expressing it through his art. I cannot believe we have lost another legend… Today the world woke up to some horrible news – at the age of 57, one of the most prolific and important music icons Prince, has died.
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