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Prince's influence on u... "For some being a Prince fan is a way of life; a way of looking at the world; a way of being special. Many Prince fans remain resolutely idiosyncratic and separatist, buyin not only into a musical credo but a lifestyle as well. Prince's message preaches individuality, not collectivity" (used 2)
"A particularly intresting feature of this identification is the way in which fans allow aspects of Prince's personality to spread into their own, either consciously or unconsciously. Not only do they copy him stylistically, but they also copy mannerisms from videos, memorise parts of interviews and repeat them as if they were their own, and model their own likes and dislikes on his...Asked when they became a Prince fan, many reply with a specific time and date, as if recollecting a conversion of almost religious proportions." "For a good many fans Prince's main influence was that he brought a sense of cool to their lives; showed them how to carry themselves in social situations and how to present a 'public' self..." What are you're views/thoughts on this? How does Prince influence you're life? I'm sure these questions have been asked before, but i'm intrigued to hear others views on this... "Time is a train, makes the future the past" | |
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i find myself saying lines from prince songs sometimes in my life as i travel through life. | |
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he's one of the many who have taught me that not givin a damn about what others think/say about u and your oddities is the surefire way 2 go.  | |
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I am experienting Prince's influences since many years, but to explain in how, he does influence me..., I don't know to say... oh, if I could! The influence I define as important. | |
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Great question. Prince's influence on me... not 2 worry or be afraid of what other may or may not think. That being different/ myself is cool.
Ironically enough Prince and I have much in common outside of music. That was another factor in me becoming a fan of his. After reading several biographies and listening 2 many of his 80s songs I was like "man, I can relate". | |
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In my opinion, Prince's greatest quality above all remains his courage.
. "You don't frighten us, English pig dogs. Go and boil your bottoms, sons of a silly person." | |
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starbuck said: "For some being a Prince fan is a way of life; a way of looking at the world; a way of being special. Many Prince fans remain resolutely idiosyncratic and separatist, buyin not only into a musical credo but a lifestyle as well. Prince's message preaches individuality, not collectivity" (used 2)
"For a good many fans Prince's main influence was that he brought a sense of cool to their lives; showed them how to carry themselves in social situations and how to present a 'public' self..."  You completely described how I have felt as a Prince fan for most of my life!
I can also admit to using Prince lyrics in real life situations, but I also do that with other artists that I feel that I have a certain bond with their music. I have also gone on non-Prince message boards and created what I like to call 'random mass Prince confusion.' hehehe | |
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Like many artists, his music just makes me smile and I can relate to the lyrics of certain songs. It just so happens I like the majority of his music and I don't necessarily feel that way about the music of others... | |
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As a MUSICIAN?? The GREATEST music teacher I neva had 
As a person?? Nothing, YES I do admire his personality BUT I got my own thank you. My self-esteem is higher than copycating his actions and moves,,no offence 4 those who does  | |
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giotto said: In my opinion, Prince's greatest quality above all remains his courage.
. i agree with that 100%...even if the choices he makes aren't necessarily the best...he has the courage to make those choices and act on them... ..i've got a long way to go, but prince has helped me to overcome a lotta fear... as far as the musical end of it...he has inspired me as a songwriter..to really say what's on my mind..and he challenges me to not waste words... | |
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Da Man taught me how to shake my ass.
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Prince's varied music sound, led me to explore many types of music other than his.
As a result, I've developed a genuine appreciation for innovative artists and musicians who refuse to be neatly categorized. | |
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Listening to Prince makes me want to be a better person. He is so dedicated to his art and ususally true to himself, it make me want to work harder and be better. Prince is great!
He also inspired me to seek a deeper and more personal connection with the Creator. "Love is God. God is Love. Girls and Boys love God above." [This message was edited Sat Sep 7 23:33:06 PDT 2002 by CandyEyce]   ~~~~~~~~~~~
"My body, a living representation of other life...older...longer...wiser. The mountains and valleys, trees, rocks. Sand and flowers and water and stone. Made in earth." - Audre Lorde | |
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Prince has Propelled me to be more Religious, Strive for the Best, Be a Better Person and Go for It! He also Inspires me to write extremely Explicit Sexual Fantasies concerning him . Somehow I have gone from a girl to sexually Unabashed Woman. He unleashed the Fire Inside of Me. I Love that Man . | |
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great thread!
It may sound a bit pretentious but I think his lyrics and image have caused me to, what has sometimes mockingly been called (by MEN!) 'get in touch with my feminine side'. Before some of you burn me alive  let me try to explain. Traditionally men control their emotions and don't talk about feelings since they are not supposed( by societal conventions) to have them, while women are emotional. It was the same for me but P's lyrics and image have triggered me to think and speak about emotions, in the end making me aware of them and the effect they can have when they are not outspoken. (ie frustration, anger)
Of cause others, like Bowie, have done the same but for me P was the one who caused this. Eelco | |
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Handclapsfingasnapz said: he's one of the many who have taught me that not givin a damn about what others think/say about u and your oddities is the surefire way 2 go.
if that's all u learned, then it's HIGH time u went back 2 skool! 
can't say  don't emulate the catchy way ecnirp writes either, moove over, think 'll join ya | |
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 I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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Prince is the Only Musician that i buy music on and that i listen to,Being a Prince fan is a way of life for me and i would be lost if i went another way in life and i live, breath Prince.it really hurts when people talk against him on purpose and i don't like those kind of people.he is the only musician i want in my life,and i think that makes me a very special person to be a True Loyal Prince fan.and i love him very much.so being a Prince fan is a total way of life for me.i even have his attitude and ways up and down. | |
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Prince's influence on me is 2 throw dramatic temper tantrums at some1 b4 firing them...the ppl i work w/ changes constantly:) | |
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he and his music made me way too freaky. made me proud to be a Gemini rising on the 3rd day. made me change my walk and talk all for the sake of being who I truly am. | |
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eelco said: great thread!
It may sound a bit pretentious but I think his lyrics and image have caused me to, what has sometimes mockingly been called (by MEN!) 'get in touch with my feminine side'. Before some of you burn me alive let me try to explain. Traditionally men control their emotions and don't talk about feelings since they are not supposed( by societal conventions) to have them, while women are emotional. It was the same for me but P's lyrics and image have triggered me to think and speak about emotions, in the end making me aware of them and the effect they can have when they are not outspoken. (ie frustration, anger)
Of cause others, like Bowie, have done the same but for me P was the one who caused this. Eelco i am sure glad u learned that. now can u teach my man? | |
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Prince taught me how to become a woman. He changed me from a girl to a woman. He also taught me to be myself and also use my intelligence. He taught me about Respect and Control. He taught me about Love. He guided me in the Right Direction. He showed me the Positive things in Life. He Opened me up and allowed me to express myself and my feelings. Prince made me whole. He made me New. He made me RE-BORN! I will always have much Gratitude for his help. | |
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