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If you had to introduce a non fan to 3 definitive Prince songs.... What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
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COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
My vote goes to 1)Lady Cab Driver. Funky, edgy, and showcases Prince at his pre-Purple Rain peak 2)The War. Mainstream music folks may not realize how great a guitarist he is. The guitar solo on this one is on another planet. 3)And God Created Woman. My all time favorite Prince ballad. Sentimental and timeless. [Edited 10/16/09 21:24pm] Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. Do these 3 songs do that? Don't get me wrong, I love all 3 of these tunes, but I don't agree that they are definitive. How can a song that is a "hidden gem" be definitive? [Edited 10/16/09 22:25pm] "I'VE GOT A MIND FULL OF GOOD INTENTIONS
AND A MOUTH FULL OF RAISINETS..." ---------------Mr. Goodnight | |
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I would pick 3 "big" songs:
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when doves cry
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skywalker said: [b]Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. When put like that I always believed that 'Crystal Ball' sums up Prince in one song. | |
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It would depend on the friend but for a general choice
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My Little Pill
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skywalker said: COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
My vote goes to 1)Lady Cab Driver. Funky, edgy, and showcases Prince at his pre-Purple Rain peak 2)The War. Mainstream music folks may not realize how great a guitarist he is. The guitar solo on this one is on another planet. 3)And God Created Woman. My all time favorite Prince ballad. Sentimental and timeless. [Edited 10/16/09 21:24pm] Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. Do these 3 songs do that? Don't get me wrong, I love all 3 of these tunes, but I don't agree that they are definitive. How can a song that is a "hidden gem" be definitive? [Edited 10/16/09 22:25pm] The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). Hurrah i awake from yesterday
alive but the war is here to stay so my love catherina and me decide to take our last walk through the noise to the sea not to die but to be re-born away from a life so battered and torn.... forever... | |
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It depends on the friend, I'd have to know what particular styles of music they like and base it off that.
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COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: skywalker said: Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. Do these 3 songs do that? Don't get me wrong, I love all 3 of these tunes, but I don't agree that they are definitive. How can a song that is a "hidden gem" be definitive? [Edited 10/16/09 22:25pm] The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). Aha! Cool---3 songs that define Prince's all around talents. Joint to Joint: Prince's dirty funk and ability to change directions in one song. Dreamer: Prince's rock and a bit social conciousness. Somewhere Here on Earth: Prince's voice. Showcases his ballad and pop song writing ability with sprinkles of jazz. These are not definitive Prince songs, but sum him up fairly well. "I'VE GOT A MIND FULL OF GOOD INTENTIONS
AND A MOUTH FULL OF RAISINETS..." ---------------Mr. Goodnight | |
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skywalker said: COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). Aha! Cool---3 songs that define Prince's all around talents. Joint to Joint: Prince's dirty funk and ability to change directions in one song. Dreamer: Prince's rock and a bit social conciousness. Somewhere Here on Earth: Prince's voice. Showcases his ballad and pop song writing ability with sprinkles of jazz. These are not definitive Prince songs, but sum him up fairly well. Can't believe I forgot Joint 2 Joint! Hurrah i awake from yesterday
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I think it would depend on the friend, yet with a variety I would probably play a mix...
Last Night, I spent another lonely Christmas...Darlin' Darlin' U shoulda been there.~Prince. | |
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1. Erotic City (just for its lyric content and catchyness)
Everybody's looking 4 the ladder
Everybody wants salvation of the soul The steps U take are no easy road But the reward is great 4 those who want 2 go | |
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COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
My vote goes to 1)Lady Cab Driver. Funky, edgy, and showcases Prince at his pre-Purple Rain peak 2)The War. Mainstream music folks may not realize how great a guitarist he is. The guitar solo on this one is on another planet. 3)And God Created Woman. My all time favorite Prince ballad. Sentimental and timeless. [Edited 10/16/09 21:24pm] Around The World In A Day, When Doves Cry, Alphabet Street | |
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skywalker said: COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). Aha! Cool---3 songs that define Prince's all around talents. Joint to Joint: Prince's dirty funk and ability to change directions in one song. Dreamer: Prince's rock and a bit social conciousness. Somewhere Here on Earth: Prince's voice. Showcases his ballad and pop song writing ability with sprinkles of jazz. These are not definitive Prince songs, but sum him up fairly well.  | |
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The extended versionof I Wish U Heaven helped me convince a skeptical friend back in '89... You could be a part-time model, but you'd probably have to keep your normal job | |
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Ive actually won over more fans with Purple Rain than any other song of his. But if I had to choose 2 more, it would be Kiss, and 7 | |
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The Question of u
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I'm so bad at these types of things, but I'd say...
"The sun, the kiss, the funk for a bliss.
The lips with the soul and some jazz for ya hips" - Digable Planets | |
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Joy In Repetition
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ronnwinter said: Ive actually won over more fans with Purple Rain than any other song of his. But if I had to choose 2 more, it would be Kiss, and 7
 7 converted another friend of mine. Funny one, that... Not necessarily one of my faves...You could be a part-time model, but you'd probably have to keep your normal job | |
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Adore - romantic lyrics and a beautiful song.
Prince: .... shut up already, damn! | |
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Diamonds and pearls
If U're lookin' 4 somebody, who'll turn your bad day into one long night of fun, look no further
BABY ...I'M THE ONE | |
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LaAmi said: Diamonds and pearls
Strange Relationship I Can't Make U Love Me better will be Come, Bambi or Sexy Dancer...but I don't want terrify no fan from the start   Not that they were terrifying, those songs w/ the exception of Bambi, for some reason had zero effect on me and did nothing to draw me into Prince. I guess it just depends what age you are and what you connect to cause.. thedance said: I would pick 3 "big" songs:
1. Let's Go Crazy (Extended) 2. Kiss (Extended) 3. Raspberry Beret (Extended) THESE were the songs that drew me in! Goodness will guide us if love is inside us
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