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"The gift of music does come from God... ...and the sooner we respect it as such, I think we'll get back 2 another golden age" Prince @ the UK Music Hall Of Fame.
Xactly HOW r we supposed 2 respect it as such, apart from buyin and sellin it? Any suggestions? | |
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and he said "God"!  | |
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So look into the mirror, do u recognise some1? Is it who u always hoped u would become, when u were young? | |
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I feel that comment was aimed at performers and those in the business, rather than people who buy music. So look into the mirror, do u recognise some1? Is it who u always hoped u would become, when u were young? | |
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alxndrstff said: I feel that comment was aimed at performers and those in the business, rather than people who buy music.
So how r the sellers sposed 2 respect it as such? | |
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...and what of atheists and the like industry people included, I'm sure there's afew of them.
I don't understand the comment at all.  | |
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Then again, 'God' is a commodity in itself. | |
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I guess it's like most comments, just the opinion of one man.
I reckon Prince believes that most performers are restricted, unable to do what they feel they are capable of or enjoying themselves, as their managers and record labels are insistent upon them releasing formulated albums which almost guarantee chart success and profit. If Prince sees music as a "gift from God", he would see such behaviour as reprehensible, given the influence Prince attributes to God in his life. He might not write Slave on his face anymore, but he still has a major dislike of the way the music business is run. Then again, I could be reading it wrong myself!! So look into the mirror, do u recognise some1? Is it who u always hoped u would become, when u were young? | |
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all things come from God, everything you see, hear, feel and don't stem from One | |
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What is the point of this thread? | |
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wlcm2thdwn said: What is the point of this thread?
It's ambiguous. | |
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alxndrstff said: I guess it's like most comments, just the opinion of one man.
I reckon Prince believes that most performers are restricted, unable to do what they feel they are capable of or enjoying themselves, as their managers and record labels are insistent upon them releasing formulated albums which almost guarantee chart success and profit. If Prince sees music as a "gift from God", he would see such behaviour as reprehensible, given the influence Prince attributes to God in his life. He might not write Slave on his face anymore, but he still has a major dislike of the way the music business is run. Then again, I could be reading it wrong myself!! Understand what ur getting at, altho it does seem 2 me at least a double standard. It's like OK it's a gift from God but heey...it's my gift from God. Mine, mine, mine..  | |
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Such lovely emotive language, but wtf is he sayin'!?  | |
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The sooner Prince takes responsibility and can admit that HE is the reason for being great at what he does, the better. He chased the dream, and devoted his life to music, and HE needs to realise that it is his own doing, although I guess he DOES know this, but is way too modest. | |
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christos7 said: ...and the sooner we respect it as such, I think we'll get back 2 another golden age" Prince @ the UK Music Hall Of Fame.
Xactly HOW r we supposed 2 respect it as such, apart from buyin and sellin it? Any suggestions? Prince is just taking himself way too seriously. He's an entertainer, not a saint. | |
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i think he's just trying to restore some morality to the industry....
as far as i can guess, as the consumer i guess the best way to respect it is just to listen and love it, and quit criticizing it based on others standards or what it coulda/shoulda been. as far as i can guess  [Edited 6/20/07 6:55am] | |
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christos7 said: alxndrstff said: I guess it's like most comments, just the opinion of one man.
I reckon Prince believes that most performers are restricted, unable to do what they feel they are capable of or enjoying themselves, as their managers and record labels are insistent upon them releasing formulated albums which almost guarantee chart success and profit. If Prince sees music as a "gift from God", he would see such behaviour as reprehensible, given the influence Prince attributes to God in his life. He might not write Slave on his face anymore, but he still has a major dislike of the way the music business is run. Then again, I could be reading it wrong myself!! i love those seagulls/that flick 
Understand what ur getting at, altho it does seem 2 me at least a double standard. It's like OK it's a gift from God but heey...it's my gift from God. Mine, mine, mine.. | |
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christos7 said: ...and the sooner we respect it as such, I think we'll get back 2 another golden age" Prince @ the UK Music Hall Of Fame.
Xactly HOW r we supposed 2 respect it as such, apart from buyin and sellin it? Any suggestions? Hey, he's made a believer out of me. What I've already done is respect Prince regardless of anything he has done. But it seems to me that he thinks that other artists don't respect music. They just get contracts to become famous. And more and more, I've started to look at artists that accomplish some things on their own (play instruments, write music, etc.). Before he came along, I've tried to find someone who has done so because my parents preferred those that do so. I think I already fit the bill of what he's looking for. (And I don't download music... I almost forgot to mention that) had 2 run away... pride was 2 strong. It started raining, baby, the birds were gone | |
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Once again its P stating what he believes. Either u agree or u don't its not rocket science. | |
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christos7 said: alxndrstff said: I guess it's like most comments, just the opinion of one man.
I reckon Prince believes that most performers are restricted, unable to do what they feel they are capable of or enjoying themselves, as their managers and record labels are insistent upon them releasing formulated albums which almost guarantee chart success and profit. If Prince sees music as a "gift from God", he would see such behaviour as reprehensible, given the influence Prince attributes to God in his life. He might not write Slave on his face anymore, but he still has a major dislike of the way the music business is run. Then again, I could be reading it wrong myself!! Understand what ur getting at, altho it does seem 2 me at least a double standard. It's like OK it's a gift from God but heey...it's my gift from God. Mine, mine, mine.. Er, they're saying "mate"... | |
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coolcat said: christos7 said: ...and the sooner we respect it as such, I think we'll get back 2 another golden age" Prince @ the UK Music Hall Of Fame.
Xactly HOW r we supposed 2 respect it as such, apart from buyin and sellin it? Any suggestions? Prince is just taking himself way too seriously. He's an entertainer, not a saint. Prince is just a man,a very talented man which makes him a very gifted musician. He's not a saint,nor does he want to be one. Those that believe in God,feel or know that many things are possible with God. A person can try to excel in something,and keep trying but sometimes they just can't master it. When a person finds the strength and clarity it becomes easier to achieve their goal. Many people find this through their religious beliefs and they hold steadfast. It's quite obvious that Prince is in the zone so to speak,and nothing will stop him. He lives his life accordingly and makes music accordingly to his beliefs; it's what makes him happy. He's happy because he knows he is using his talent and sharing God's word with those that want to hear it. God doesn't care which name of his that you call him by, just as long as you call him. [Edited 6/20/07 8:34am] | |
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DigMeNow said: coolcat said: Prince is just taking himself way too seriously. He's an entertainer, not a saint. Prince is just a man,a very talented man which makes him a very gifted musician. He's not a saint,nor does he want to be one. Those that believe in God,feel or know that many things are possible with God. A person can try to excel in something,and keep trying but sometimes they just can't master it. When a person finds the strength and clarity it becomes easier to achieve their goal. Many people find this through their religious beliefs and they hold steadfast. It's quite obvious that Prince is in the zone so to speak,and nothing will stop him. He lives his life accordingly and makes music accordingly to his beliefs; it's what makes him happy. He's happy because he knows he is using his talent and sharing God's word with those that want to hear it. God doesn't care which name of his that you call him by, just as long as you call him. [Edited 6/20/07 8:34am] Explain 2 me why in the hell I have called up the guy and begged and plead with him to at least "HELP" me with this guitar thing if he isn't going to bless me with this talent. | |
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FarrahMoan said: DigMeNow said: Prince is just a man,a very talented man which makes him a very gifted musician. He's not a saint,nor does he want to be one. Those that believe in God,feel or know that many things are possible with God. A person can try to excel in something,and keep trying but sometimes they just can't master it. When a person finds the strength and clarity it becomes easier to achieve their goal. Many people find this through their religious beliefs and they hold steadfast. It's quite obvious that Prince is in the zone so to speak,and nothing will stop him. He lives his life accordingly and makes music accordingly to his beliefs; it's what makes him happy. He's happy because he knows he is using his talent and sharing God's word with those that want to hear it. God doesn't care which name of his that you call him by, just as long as you call him. [Edited 6/20/07 8:34am] Explain 2 me why in the hell I have called up the guy and begged and plead with him to at least "HELP" me with this guitar thing if he isn't going to bless me with this talent. FarrahMoan, I've been reading and thinking about praying. Does God actually answer our prayers or is it that we find solace from praying? | |
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DigMeNow said: FarrahMoan said: Explain 2 me why in the hell I have called up the guy and begged and plead with him to at least "HELP" me with this guitar thing if he isn't going to bless me with this talent. FarrahMoan, I've been reading and thinking about praying. Does God actually answer our prayers or is it that we find solace from praying? It's definitely the latter. I mean, explain 2 me why people who never ask for these things and never expect these gifts receive them and are born with them, but others who grovel on bloody, bourgeoned knees don't receive them. I don't know, maybe I'm just a pessimist and I can't help it. However, I do believe that I have gotten something out of life, but I haven't either lived it to the fullest, nor do I have anything to start from that I could get a sense of embarkation for this pursuit that I "treadmill" for, not getting anywhere. [Edited 6/20/07 18:51pm] | |
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