I'm still a Prince fan in the 08,because music is something that lasts for an eternity & doesn't have some kind of countdown timer ticking to say when it's bad or as the sellouts say,''crap now'',& also people shouldn't segregate music,because a true person that knows what music truely is,will surely have a complete diversity of a music selection see
I started listening to Prince back in the early 80s,& always stayed a loyal fan & always will Stay Kool Prince Also he should be in the books with Hendrix,Mozart e.t.c.
P.S. Purplecam,peace & blessings to you
People remember what Prince said about time,''time is a trick'',as in life after death is eternal,but in this life we have a timeclock telling us when we are getting old,shutting down,then we die so since this life is only temp,when we die,that's for eternity,so what is this life compared to an eternity ????
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SupaFunkyOrgangrinderSexy said:

he can control my bank account when i have the control to spare.

Sure, we orgers might've seen how flawed the man is in recent times. But aren't we all flawed as human beings in one way or another?

I was watching one of my concert DVD's (I believe the one from the 1999 Tour) recently. It still kicks my ass (in a good way) and inspires me the same way it did when I was a child all those years ago. The fact that his music still makes me wanna dance, and cut loose, or maybe pick up my guitar and get funky really exemplifies how deep his music has touched me. He set the bar really high for me to which all music should be judged and viewed.

Put on a "1999" right now and see if it doesn't make you wanna get down.

I think during my childhood I looked up to Prince more than someone like Jesus. He was just that heroic to me. This confident man who graced the stage to display his talent and energy gave me this joyful feeling like no other.

And I don't really mean to bring race into this but let's face it: life is hard, especially when you're an African-American that thinks outside the "box" does things in your own unique way. I looked up to Prince because he was this person that made me feel comfy to be myself and be proud of who I am. He made it cool to look, act, and sound different from what the other brothers and sisters were doing. But that was part of the appeal. So in that sense he was an instrumental figure in the shaping of my own identity. His music is also kinda like therapy in that those crazy sounds he creates can make my life a little less miserable. He also taught me how to challenge the status quo through the music and never to limit yourself in your exploration of sounds.

A this point (like my man Anx said), it's almost like a tradition to be a Prince fan. And not just for me, but my family too who also loves the man. Seriously, I've yet to meet a single relative that doesn't like Prince. We know good music and have great respect for successful African-American artists. Also, Prince is a music icon whose variety of musical styles is one that many folks can relate to. Whether you're a fan of Rock, Funk, Jazz, Punk, Metal, Hip-Hop, Techno, New Wave (), Reggae, Blues, or whatever, he's an artist that's accepted by all kinds of audiences. I couldn't bring a band like...say...I don't know...System of a Down into a conversation among Jazz cats. Or a band like Talking Heads among some B-Boys. But the topic of Prince is most likely to get one of great compliments.

Sure, I'm upset about how he's not the same as he was or how he's gone off the deep end. But at this point I can't picture my life without him. He would have to do something completely heinous or deviant for me to stop loving him, and I can't even imagine that. And if it would ever come to that I would pray for his soul instead of shunning him. Besides, it's always exciting to see what the man has up his sleeve next. Sure, it may never be as good as "1999", but either him or Taking Back Sunday.

And that is why I still love Prince in 2008.
[Edited 4/15/08 17:59pm]

I've been diggin' him pretty much since the first 2 albums and when 1999 & PR came out so.. because he's always kept me interested with his versatile styles,and yet still remains himself.

His weaves.

Limebandana said:

Thank you!

hes like an addiction that i cant seem to shake off

purplepop said:

Well that's one addiction I hope I never get rid of!

babooshleeky said:

well it sure wasn't as superb as the alma awards

search ur feelings u know it b true

Not much is going on with Prince now that interests me and it's been that way for some time. I call myself a fan based primarily on his earlier innovations and the overall legacy he's created.

Simple....

1. He is a talented musical genius
2. His music is in a class of his own
3. His songs are timeless
4. His live performances are second to none
5. He is dead sexy
6. His lyrics are pure poetry
7. He still gives me goosebumps after all these years - and there's no one else I can say that about
8. His music can bring joy to my heart, but also bring tears to my eyes
9. He continues to produce new material
10. He touches my soul

I'm still a fan in '08 because I was a fan since '79. I'm not a person who only sticks with people in the good times. If I'm with you, I'm with you. Although I don't like everything he's released, I'm in love with the music, the lyrics, the style and the attitude of the man. His live performances were fantastic in the 80's and have evolved into something even more special recently. I've watched folks who used to criticize me for being a fan of Prince become intrigued in the last few years after putting aside their stupid prejudices and LISTENING to the music. I was a fan 29 years ago, am a fan today and will be a fan of Prince until the day I die.

Lammastide said:

that's me exactly. the org as a community interests me much more than Prince himself. I doubt that I would be interested much in seeing him live if not for the actual involvement of the Prince community itself. I have made so many friends here and so it is worth it for me to still stay connected to the man even if he's acting like a stupid dickface. Not much of his recent output gets my attention but I faithfully go back to the old stuff. Still.....

Tune in next Friday.....U'll KNOW why.

I'm still a fan because....

He's a real musician
He still releases new music
He's a great musician
He has a great voice
I love his guitar playing
His music is as interesting or more interesting than most newer stuff
Same reason I still love and enjoy listening to the Stones or Beatles - great music, great musicians.
Great live performances
Amazing catalogue of music (hours and hours of enjoyment)
And, he's still sexy

Why settle for a star, when U can have the SUN?

In the history of all of EVERdom, he is the baddest Mofo I've ever seen...

Because he's still the greatest artist and musician today.

He's still making incredible and imaginative music that not only is superior to everything that is out now but is also ahead of it's time.

Prince is MUSIC.

Because I enjoy the music

'cause I wasn't a fan before 2006 and I got alot of catching up to do.








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I'm nothing more than a casual listener, but I've known of him since I was about 2 or 3 years old in the mid 80's and loved the purple rain songs as well as others and was feeling him, so he was definitely one of my childhood favourites and for that I will always appreciate him as a artist and for being innovative and influencing a whole generation. I can name a handful of songs today that sound 'like a prince song'

Limebandana said:

Hey Limebandana - I remember seeing you at the O2 - you did a good job!!! I think Prince was really pleased you came up and sang and danced, it was a lot of fun! Well done

alphastreet said:

That's another reason why I'm still a fan. There are so many artists who have been biting the man's style and that amazes me. Not forgettting how unoriginal those acts are, just knowing that if they have to bite from anyone, they might as well bite from the best.

Jeffiner said:

Thankyou very much I still can't believe what a miracle it was during his major concert which is in history now,making it's mark,in the hall of fame for concerts!!!!

It was such a beautiful divine intervention,that it's something that's unexplained in words.I did everything a person could with Prince,& then some:)I'm just so happy,that I'm linked now,with my teacher/mentor since childhood...That night,The Lord God,Prince & Me joined,linked & connected together for eternity

I can still feel Prince deep in my Heart,Soul,Blood & Veins
FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART PRINCE,I LOVE YOU VERY MUCH!!!!
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PS THIS IS FOR A REPLY ON THE NEXT PAGE TO SOME INSULT ATTEMPTS...YOU SUPAORGAGRINDA WHATEVER THE FLIP YOU ARE(HE-SHE),YOU CALL PRINCE & ME NAMES,BUT LOOK AT YOU..YOUR PICTURE ON YOUR PROFILE IS SOME KIND OF GAY NAZI DOMINATRIX IN FAKE PLASTIC YOU CALL ME LOONEY..BUT YOU REALLY TAKE THE CAKE PAL!!!!!
YOU AND I THOUGHT PURPLECAM WAS MY FRIEND,IF HE IS MY FRIEND I TAKE IT BACK,ARE BEING BAD TRYING TO START DRAMA BY HATING ON PRINCE & ME FOR NO REASON.LIKE IT SAYS ON MY PROFILE,IN THE REAL WORLD I WOULD WALK AWAY,BUT MY LIFETIME DREAM DIVINE INTERVENTION,& WITH THE WORLD WATCHING....YOU BETTER BELIEVE I HAVE EVERY RIGHT TO DEFEND MYSELF!!!!! (SELF-DEFENCE IS JUSTIFIED WHEN IT COMES TO THIS!!!!!
WHY CAN'T EVERYONE JUST BE KOOL??? IT'S BECAUSE THE WORLD BELONGS TO GOD,AND ALSO IS THE DEVILS PLAYGROUND TO TEMPT WEAK MEN TO BE EVEN MORE WEAK BY BEING EVIL,IT'S EASY TO CAUSE DESTRUCTION,BUT TAKES THE LOVE OF GOD & A STRONG MAN WITH HEART TO SEE THIS & RISE ABOVE!!!!! WHAT SOME PEOPLE NEED ON THIS SITE NEEDS A FLIPPIN' EXORCISM....I RENOUNCE THIS SITE !!!!!
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P.S. Allthatglitters sent me an orgnote stating this which I think is self explanatory what this loser is made of:-

Sent: Thu Apr 17 2008 2:26pm
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You forgot i have a third choice and that is to continue to rip the piss out of you at the o2. You make a big issue that you met P. You mean fuck all to him just like the rest of us just another dollar in his pocket. He is by far the greatest artist in the world today but as a human being he has proved to be very selfish over the years.
[Edited 4/18/08 7:44am]

SEE PEOPLE HOW FULL OF IT HE IS????? THIS IS ONE ORGNOTE OUT OF MANY & ALSO A FAKE FRIEND CALLING ME TO TELL ME TO STOP PROTECTING PRINCE & POSTING ON HERE

IF THIS WAS A COURTCASE.....I HEREBY SENTENCE YOU TO SERVE NO MORE THAN & NO LESS THAN 300YRS IN HELL!!!!!
I REST MY CASE PEOPLE.....REMEMBER,LOVE4ONEANOTHER !!!!!
P.S. I WAS EVEN MATURE ENOUGH TO RISE ABOVE & TO TRY & MAKE PEACE WITH THIS SORE LOSER,BUT TO NO AVAIL...
[Edited 4/18/08 11:18am]

Limebandana said:

[Flame bait snip - luv4u]

Whoa whoa whoa this thread is supposed to be positive not negative y'all! Calm down, I don't think it needs to get so serious up in here or at least not in my thread it's not. Let's stay on course and enjoy why we are Prince fans. Thanks

purplecam said:

Sorry purplecam but a couple of months back [Don't start drama by using the org as your personal battleground snip - luv4u]

Limebandana said:

[Flame snip - luv4u]

Because the last 8 years have been really his peak! The albums are great, the tours have been amazing, the tv appearances are the best!

With the music business being well over, all the acts that can sing live and tour will always sell out major tours and be huge

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