Prince Rogers Nelson was an American musician known for his eclectic style and influence across multiple genres.
Often credited as one of the greatest musicians of his generation, Prince pioneered the Minneapolis sound.
Prince wrote his first song, titled "Funk Machine", at the age of seven, showcasing his early musical talent.
Biography
Early Life
Prince Rogers Nelson was born on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, to jazz singer Mattie Della and pianist John Lewis Nelson. Named after his father's stage persona, Prince was not fond of his name during childhood, often referring to himself as "Skipper". He faced health challenges, being born with epilepsy, but showed an early passion for music, writing his first song, "Funk Machine", at the age of seven. His parents divorced when he was ten, and his mother later remarried, which improved the family's financial situation. Prince's upbringing in a musically inclined family laid the foundation for his future career.
Career
Prince's musical journey began in earnest in the mid-1970s when he joined the band 94 East and later signed a management contract with Owen Husney. In 1977, he secured a recording contract with Warner Bros. Records, which allowed him creative control over his work. His debut album, "For You", was released in 1978, marking the start of a prolific career that would see him release numerous critically acclaimed albums, including "1999", "Purple Rain", and "Sign o' the Times". Known for his eclectic style, Prince blended genres such as funk, rock, and R&B, and was a pioneer of the Minneapolis sound. His innovative approach to music and performance earned him numerous accolades, including an Academy Award for Best Original Song Score and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Legacy
Prince is often hailed as one of the greatest musicians of his generation, with a legacy that transcends genres and generations. His ability to defy categorization and his influence on modern popular music are widely recognized. He was known for his flamboyant stage presence and mastery of multiple instruments, including guitar, piano, and drums. Prince's artistic vision and commitment to his craft have left an indelible mark on the music industry, inspiring countless artists and fans alike until his passing on April 21, 2016.
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Discography
The Slaughterhouse: Trax From the NPG Music Club, Volume 22004
- 1.Silicon4:17
- 2.S&M Groove5:10
- 3.Y Should Eye Do That When Eye Can Do This?4:33
- 4.Golden Parachute5:38
- 5.Hypnoparadise6:05
- 6.Props n’ Pounds4:38
- 7.Northside6:33
- 8.Peace5:35
- 9.2045: Radical Man6:37
- 10.The Daisy Chain6:12
N.E.W.S.2003
- 1.North14:00
- 2.East14:00
- 3.West14:00
- 4.South14:02
Xpectation2003
- 1.Xhalation2:04
- 2.Xcogitate3:33
- 3.Xemplify5:53
- 4.Xpectation4:01
- 5.Xotica3:05
- 6.Xogenous4:12
- 7.Xpand6:11
- 8.Xosphere3:35
- 9.Xpedition8:23
One Nite Alone…2002
- 1.One Nite Alone…3:38
- 2.U’re Gonna C Me5:17
- 3.Here on Earth3:23
- 4.A Case of U3:40
- 5.Have a Heart2:05
- 6.Objects in the Mirror3:27
- 7.Avalanche4:25
- 8.Pearls B4 the Swine3:01
- 9.Young and Beautiful2:45
- 10.Arboretum (instrumental)3:26
The Rainbow Children2001
- 1.Rainbow Children / Muse 2 the Pharaoh / Digital Garden / The Work Pt. 1 / Everywhere / The Sensual Everafter / Mellow / 1+1+1 Is 3 / Deconstruction / Wedding Feast / She Loves Me 4 Me / Family Name / The Everlasting Now / Last December68:49
Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic1999
- 1.Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic4:19
- 2.Undisputed4:20
- 3.The Greatest Romance Ever Sold5:30
- 4.Segue0:04
- 5.Hot Wit U5:11
- 6.Tangerine1:31
- 7.So Far, So Pleased3:24
- 8.The Sun, the Moon, and Stars5:16
- 9.Everyday Is a Winding Road6:13
- 10.Segue Instrumental0:19
- 11.Man ‘o’ war5:15
- 12.Baby Knows3:19
- 13.Eye Love U, but Eye Don’t Trust U Anymore3:36
- 14.Silly Game3:30
- 15.Strange but True4:13
- 16.Wherever U Go, Whatever U Do8:51
- 17.Welcome to the Dawn (Commercial)0:44
- 18.Prettyman4:27
The Vault… Old Friends 4 Sale1999
- 1.The Rest of My Life1:41
- 2.It's About That Walk4:26
- 3.She Spoke 2 Me8:20
- 4.5 Women5:13
- 5.When the Lights Go Down7:11
- 6.My Little Pill1:09
- 7.There Is Lonely2:29
- 8.Old Friends 4 Sale3:28
- 9.Sarah2:53
- 10.Extraordinary2:28
Crystal Ball1998
- 1.Crystal Ball10:28
- 2.Dream Factory3:07
- 3.Acknowledge Me5:27
- 4.Ripopgodazippa4:39
- 5.Love Sign (Shock G’s Silky Smooth remix)3:53
- 6.Hide the Bone5:04
- 7.2morrow4:14
- 8.So Dark5:14
- 9.Movie Star4:26
- 10.Tell Me How U Wanna B Done3:16
- 11.Interactive3:04
- 12.Da Bang3:20
- 13.Calhoun Square4:47
- 14.What’s My Name?3:04
- 15.Crucial5:06
- 16.An Honest Man1:13
- 17.Sexual Suicide3:40
- 18.Cloreen Bacon Skin15:37
- 19.Good Love4:55
- 20.Strays of the World5:07
- 21.Days of Wild (Free the Slave)9:19
- 22.Last Heart3:02
- 23.Poom Poom4:32
- 24.She Gave Her Angels3:53
- 25.18 & Over5:40
- 26.The Ride (live)5:14
- 27.Get Loose3:31
- 28.P Control6:00
- 29.Make Yo Mama Happy4:01
- 30.Goodbye4:35
- 31.The Truth3:35
- 32.Don’t Play Me2:48
- 33.Circle of Amour4:44
- 34.3rd <o>4:54
- 35.Dionne3:14
- 36.Man in a Uniform3:08
- 37.Animal Kingdom4:01
- 38.The Other Side of the Pillow3:22
- 39.Fascination4:55
- 40.One of Your Tears3:27
- 41.Comeback2:00
- 42.Welcome 2 the Dawn (acoustic version)3:18
- 43.The Plan2:03
- 44.Kamasutra11:50
- 45.At Last… ‘The Lost Is Found’3:38
- 46.The Ever Changing Light3:00
- 47.Cutz3:04
- 48.Serotonin0:47
- 49.Promise/Broken3:46
- 50.Barcelona2:17
- 51.Kamasutra / Overture #83:13
- 52.Coincidence or Fate?3:23
- 53.Kamasutra / Eternal Embrace4:02
The Truth1997
- 1.The Truth3:34
- 2.Don’t Play Me2:48
- 3.Circle of Amour4:44
- 4.3rd Eye4:54
- 5.Dionne3:14
- 6.Man in a Uniform3:08
- 7.Animal Kingdom4:01
- 8.The Other Side of the Pillow3:22
- 9.Fascination4:55
- 10.One of Your Tears3:27
- 11.Comeback2:00
- 12.Welcome 2 the Dawn (acoustic version)3:17
Chaos and Disorder1996
- 1.Chaos and Disorder4:19
- 2.I Like It There3:16
- 3.Dinner With Delores2:46
- 4.The Same December3:24
- 5.Right the Wrong4:40
- 6.Zannalee2:44
- 7.I Rock, Therefore I Am6:15
- 8.Into the Light2:46
- 9.I Will3:37
- 10.Dig U Better Dead4:00
- 11.Had U1:27
Emancipation1996
- 1.Jam of the Year6:10
- 2.Right Back Here in My Arms4:44
- 3.Somebody’s Somebody4:44
- 4.Get Yo Groove On6:32
- 5.Courtin’ Time2:47
- 6.Betcha by Golly Wow!3:31
- 7.We Gets Up4:19
- 8.White Mansion4:48
- 9.Damned If I Do5:21
- 10.I Can’t Make U Love Me6:38
- 11.Mr. Happy4:47
- 12.In This Bed I Scream5:41
- 13.Sex in the Summer5:58
- 14.One Kiss at a Time4:41
- 15.Soul Sanctuary4:42
- 16.Emale3:39
- 17.Curious Child2:57
- 18.Dreamin’ About U3:53
- 19.Joint 2 Joint7:53
- 20.The Holy River6:56
- 21.Let’s Have a Baby4:08
- 22.Saviour5:49
- 23.The Plan1:48
- 24.Friend, Lover, Sister, Mother/Wife7:38
- 25.Slave4:51
- 26.New World3:43
- 27.The Human Body5:42
- 28.Face Down3:17
- 29.La, La, La Means I Love U3:59
- 30.Style6:41
- 31.Sleep Around7:43
- 32.Da, Da, Da5:16
- 33.My Computer4:37
- 34.One of Us5:20
- 35.The Love We Make4:39
- 36.Emancipation4:13
Symbolic Beginning1995
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The Gold Experience1995
- 1.P Control5:59
- 2.NPG Operator0:12
- 3.Endorphinmachine4:07
- 4.Shhh7:17
- 5.We March4:49
- 6.NPG Operator0:18
- 7.The Most Beautiful Girl in the World4:25
- 8.Dolphin4:59
- 9.NPG Operator0:20
- 10.Now4:30
- 11.NPG Operator0:32
- 12.3193:05
- 13.NPG Operator0:10
- 14.Shy5:04
- 15.Billy Jack Bitch5:32
- 16.I Hate U5:54
- 17.NPG Operator0:44
- 18.Gold7:23
Come1994
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[Love Symbol]1992
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Diamonds and Pearls1991
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[The Black Album]1989
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Lovesexy1988
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Sign “☮︎” the Times1987
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Around the World in a Day1985
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19991982
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Controversy1981
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Dirty Mind1980
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Prince1979
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For You1978
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Label
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- Paisley Park Records
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- Arista Records
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- Warner Bros. Records
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- Columbia Records
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- EMI
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- NPG Records
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- Bellmark Records
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- Edel Records
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- Sony Music
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- Universal Music Group
- Record label
- Because Music
- Record label
- Purple Music Switzerland
- Record label
- Warner Records
Achievements
- Award
- Academy Award for Best Original Song Score
- Award
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- Award
- Webby Lifetime Achievement Award
- Award
- Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song
- Award
- honorary doctorate
- Award
- Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actor
- Award
- Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Director
- Award
- Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Original Song
- Award
- Grammy Awards
- Award
- Songwriters Hall of Fame
Influenced by
Groups
- 3RDEYEGIRLcurrent
- 94 Eastadditional, guitarcurrent
- Flashcurrent
- Madhousedrums (drum set), originalcurrent
- Minneapoliscurrent
- Paisley Park Power Triocurrent
- The Fleshoriginal, percussioncurrent
- The NPG Orchestracurrent
- The One Nite Alone Bandcurrent
- The Rebelscurrent
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guitar, acoustic bass, percussion instrument, Linn LM-1, piano, voice, musical keyboard, bass guitar, drum machine, drum kit
Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: (us 1) PRINCE, Alexander Nevermind, Camille, Evolsidog, Formerly Prince, Gemini
Prince Rogers Nelson, known mononymously as Prince, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, actor, and filmmaker. Often being credited as one of the greatest musicians of his generation, he pioneered the Minneapolis sound and was influential in the evolution of various other genres.
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