sorry, it was seriously my next vote
mainly i really have a difficult time digesting that vocal style
also, i respect Prince's feelings about many of his fans' attitudes 2ward him
(the reason for the "Purple Rain"-like opening)
and his need to retreat, seek wisdom and find solace in the Lord
but i have a hard time when he compares his own self to the "lion of judah"
loving those who would mock him while threatening to trample his enemies
"vengeance is mine saith the Lord"
it comes across as a bitter and egocentric song (nothing new there, eh?)
but maybe that's just me?



[Edited 8/1/07 2:10am]

Funny, I feel just the opposite. I feel Prince is feeling so insignificant and vulnerable, and actually admitting mistakes. Because of that, he tries to lift himself up by invoking the Lion of Judah. I treasure this song because it offers a rare glimpse into the human side of Prince, not the bravado of "Mr. Goodnight" and "Future Baby Mama".

To announce a few mistake publicly is indeed ridiculously egocentric!!!
(admittedly, some americans might disagree)


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Actually, it's pretty rare for Prince to accept any of the responsibility or blame for relationship or career problems in his songs. There are really very few instances of it.

Exactly. I'd much rather see a human side to Prince than the constant bravado of "Mr. Goodnight" and "Future Baby Mama". I don't really see what's so egocentric about saying that he's made mistakes. Must be because I'm American, apparently.