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Printable carlcranshaw said: What's going to happen when the JW's show up for their cut of the 21 Nights money and they try to tell Prince this:
http://www.watchtower.org...cle_03.htm THX FOR POSTING CARL but you know the JWs and Princey got it all worked out and justified 
***watchtower on dollars and sense*** What will it be for you, God or riches? It is obvious that we must give some attention to our material needs. In his first letter to Timothy, the apostle Paul said: “Certainly if anyone does not provide for those who are his own, and especially for those who are members of his household, he has disowned the faith and is worse than a person without faith.” Paul also encouraged Christians to place their hope, not in money, but on God and “to be rich in fine works.” (1 Timothy 5:8; 6:17, 18) On what will you focus? What will you pursue? Chief among the fine works Paul referred to is the preaching and disciple-making activity that Jesus gave his disciples to do. (Matthew 28:19, 20) When Christians voluntarily simplify their lives, not merely to slow down and enjoy life but to have a greater share in this meaningful work, they are “treasuring up for themselves a fine foundation for the future” in God’s promised new world. And even now they find that spiritual riches are “O how much better than gold!”—1 Timothy 6:19; Proverbs 16:16; Philippians 1:10. | |
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alandail said: unkleg said: ...I also think that iTunes may be an easy way distribute music, but it's monopolistic - you have to have music in THEIR format and use THEIR player (though you can work around this). Apple's interest in music stops and starts with the revenue they derive from the iPod. They are no different to the music industry, in their world, they are the music industry.
God bless (yes God) Prince for steering clear. No you don't, iTunes plus music plays anywhere. And NPGMC had a much worse problem, their music only played on Microsoft devices, which nobody has. It's like releasing music on an 8 track tape instead of a CD. I knew someone would contradict this, and that's why I said "you can work around this". Of course iTunes plus is DRM free, but why isn't all content DRM free on iTunes? Off topic I know, but that's the business end of music. iTunes wouldn't exist if Apple didn't sell the iPod. It's only about money, if it were about music, it wouldn't exist. Before anyone says "yeah Prince makes money off music too", well the difference is, he MAKES music, he has a right to! I still buy CDs, if I can, direct from the artist's site even when it's more expensive, iTunes can go find themselves.... | |
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I agree with him to a point. The system is curupt at so many levels. Those tht run our country atr not in it for out benifit, but for themselves.But, there were many that fought and sacroficed for my right to votw. Women, those of different races, and the disabeled, two of those groups apply to me. I feel that because of them I have to vote what did they fight for If I don't. But you can't abondon one duty for another. He does not vote , but he will excerise the freedom of speak when it suits him. That to me is not right. You can't sit and conpklain about something if you do nothinh to chanhe it. But I never voted for bush in the first place. | |
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bellanoche said: jdcxc said: The idea of "not voting" is dangerous and counter-intuitive to the ideas of MLK and the activism of the Civil Rights Movement. It's especially sickening to hear a rich, pampered African-American espouse the views of non-participation in the political process at a time when we are on the verge of possibly electing the 1st Black president.
Why does the fact that Prince is an exceptionally gifted artist who has worked his butt off for more than 30 years to earn every penny that he has make it "especially sickening" for you that he does not vote? The man lives a lifestyle indicative of his hard work, one that he can afford to live. He is not living off of anything but the riches that he's EARNED for his hard work. What is your point, really? Should he be "especially" thankful that he's no longer shackled and picking cotton? Would it be "especially sickening" if a "rich, pampered White-American opted to exercise the right not to vote? What's the point of staing that the he is a "rich, pampered African-American?" Are you serious? What affect will "average people" have on The Federal Reserve or World Bank? I am not going to comment on this because I don't want to take this topic somewhere most are not prepared to go. Just because his views are religious/cult based does not make them anymore credible. The bible also has been used to promote racism, sexism, homophobia, war mongering, etc.And intelligent design - give me a break. Instead of studying the same book over and over again, P should investigate some leading scientists.
It's nice to see that you are so open-minded and respectful when it comes to the religious/spiritual beliefs of others. Whether you like it or not, Prince has a stage and platform to express his views that very few people have. You have to be very naive to believe that artists, writers, musicians, talk show hosts and other creative folk do not strongly effect and impact the culture. It can be argued that Oprah has more impact than the Wall Street Journal in shaping public opinion. Whether you or Prince like it or not,with this platform comes added responsibility. USA Today is read by millions of people. And I know, that it does not translate to the easy formula of Prince Views = Manipulated Public, but can we really know the impact of his words? His talent, genius and wealth do not make him immune from criticism when he espouses backward beliefs. To espouse an agenda that promotes non-participation in the political process is beyond ludicrous. And yes, he is promoting a specific dogmatic religious agenda. Why do you think JW's go door-to-door? It's to convert and spread their beliefs. His deciding to give an interview is not for the purpose of having a nice chat, it's to sell his art and beliefs and to have an impact. I don't understand your point about the Fed Reserve and World Bank. Are you trying to say that economics are separate from politics? There is not an economist alive who would argue that theory. Refusing to participate in the political process as a group, leaves you on the outside in every power dynamic of society. Why do you think the right to vote was such a violent and hard-fought process? And yes, by being a powerful and wealthy African-American artist in this society, with it's history of racism and oppression, he should remember where he came from and the influence he wields. You also seem to be confusing honest discourse and critique of ideas with being closed-minded or disrespectful. Being open-minded does not mean you have no perspective or opinion. | |
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jdcxc said: bellanoche said: It's nice to see that you are so open-minded and respectful when it comes to the religious/spiritual beliefs of others. Whether you like it or not, Prince has a stage and platform to express his views that very few people have. You have to be very naive to believe that artists, writers, musicians, talk show hosts and other creative folk do not strongly effect and impact the culture. It can be argued that Oprah has more impact than the Wall Street Journal in shaping public opinion. Whether you or Prince like it or not,with this platform comes added responsibility. USA Today is read by millions of people. And I know, that it does not translate to the easy formula of Prince Views = Manipulated Public, but can we really know the impact of his words? His talent, genius and wealth do not make him immune from criticism when he espouses backward beliefs. To espouse an agenda that promotes non-participation in the political process is beyond ludicrous. And yes, he is promoting a specific dogmatic religious agenda. Why do you think JW's go door-to-door? It's to convert and spread their beliefs. His deciding to give an interview is not for the purpose of having a nice chat, it's to sell his art and beliefs and to have an impact. I don't understand your point about the Fed Reserve and World Bank. Are you trying to say that economics are separate from politics? There is not an economist alive who would argue that theory. Refusing to participate in the political process as a group, leaves you on the outside in every power dynamic of society. Why do you think the right to vote was such a violent and hard-fought process? And yes, by being a powerful and wealthy African-American artist in this society, with it's history of racism and oppression, he should remember where he came from and the influence he wields. You also seem to be confusing honest discourse and critique of ideas with being closed-minded or disrespectful. Being open-minded does not mean you have no perspective or opinion. So you're saying that people who are registered to vote are now going to stay home because Prince does not vote? what kind of an influence can that article have on a fan who is not a jw (who probably was not going to vote anyway)? maybe its just me cuz i can't imagine what could keep me from voting. i understand what you're saying but it seems over-exaggerated in this instance. believe me, people are going to vote, records are going to be broken on election day. i do believe that he perhaps should not have said that because in a historical election like this one could question how he could he not participate, it more looks bad on him, but then again, it goes back to his religious belief which i don't agree with, but its his life. [Edited 9/27/08 16:07pm] | |
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jdcxc said: Whether you like it or not, Prince has a stage and platform to express his views that very few people have. You have to be very naive to believe that artists, writers, musicians, talk show hosts and other creative folk do not strongly effect and impact the culture. It can be argued that Oprah has more impact than the Wall Street Journal in shaping public opinion. Whether you or Prince like it or not,with this platform comes added responsibility. USA Today is read by millions of people. And I know, that it does not translate to the easy formula of Prince Views = Manipulated Public, but can we really know the impact of his words? His talent, genius and wealth do not make him immune from criticism when he espouses backward beliefs. To espouse an agenda that promotes non-participation in the political process is beyond ludicrous. No we don't really know the impact of his words, which is why it is ludicrous to assert that his stating he does not vote is somehow ludicrous. I never said that his talent made him beyond criticism. However, it does not give one license to attack his beliefs because they are contrary to theirs. And yes, by being a powerful and wealthy African-American artist in this society, with it's history of racism and oppression, he should remember where he came from and the influence he wields.
You also seem to be confusing honest discourse and critique of ideas with being closed-minded or disrespectful. Being open-minded does not mean you have no perspective or opinion. This type of talk kills me. Why should he be held to a different standard than powerful and wealthy whites? Are you up in arms when they elect to not "remember where they came from and the influence they wield?" Last time I checked we all (Americans) live in this country and should have the equal right to choose how we use our influence. It really bothers me that folks automatically assume that it is the responsibility of blacks to right the wrongs of this country's racist past. What role should whites have in remembering the past and reconciliation? Finally, being open-minded, of course, means that one can have a perspective or opinion. However, it does not mean that I have to label someone else's opinion as "backward' (your words, not mine) or choose a word with as negative a connotation as "cult" when describing someone's religous group just because I disagree with them. I can have an opinion and spirited discourse without resorting to name calling. [Edited 9/27/08 16:15pm] perfection is a fallacy of the imagination... | |
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bellanoche said: jdcxc said: Whether you like it or not, Prince has a stage and platform to express his views that very few people have. You have to be very naive to believe that artists, writers, musicians, talk show hosts and other creative folk do not strongly effect and impact the culture. It can be argued that Oprah has more impact than the Wall Street Journal in shaping public opinion. Whether you or Prince like it or not,with this platform comes added responsibility. USA Today is read by millions of people. And I know, that it does not translate to the easy formula of Prince Views = Manipulated Public, but can we really know the impact of his words? His talent, genius and wealth do not make him immune from criticism when he espouses backward beliefs. To espouse an agenda that promotes non-participation in the political process is beyond ludicrous. No we don't really know the impact of his words, which is why it is ludicrous to assert that his stating he does not vote is somehow ludicrous. I never said that his talent made him beyond criticism. However, it does not give one license to attack his beliefs because they are contrary to theirs. And yes, by being a powerful and wealthy African-American artist in this society, with it's history of racism and oppression, he should remember where he came from and the influence he wields.
You also seem to be confusing honest discourse and critique of ideas with being closed-minded or disrespectful. Being open-minded does not mean you have no perspective or opinion. This type of talk kills me. Why should he be held to a different standard than powerful and wealthy whites? Are you up in arms when they elect to not "remember where they came from and the influence they wield?" Last time I checked we all (Americans) live in this country and should have the equal right to choose how we use our influence. It really bothers me that folks automatically assume that it is the responsibility of blacks to right the wrongs of this country's racist past. What role should whites have in remembering the past and reconciliation? Finally, being open-minded, of course, means that one can have a perspective or opinion. However, it does not mean that I have to label someone else's opinion as "backward' (your words, not mine) or choose a word with as negative a connotation as "cult" when describing someone's religous group just because I disagree with them. I can have an opinion and spirited discourse without resorting to name calling. [Edited 9/27/08 16:15pm] The criticism is directed at Prince because he made the comment. If a famous, wealthy, priviledged, white male told people that he has made the active decision not to vote, I would criticize him also. But that criticism would take on a different perspective than if it was Prince. We are all not the same and there are different historical realities involved. Of course, I hope all these white males vote for Obama. But there's a huge difference between realism, idealism and political strategy. Prince is the one that brought up MLK and "not voting" in the same article. There are obvious inconsistencies and hypocrisy that need to be explored. I wish the writer would've dwelled a little deeper. But they don't call it McPaper for nothing! | |
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Now prince ought to know by now that I am the only "right One"
..baby, I'm so right for you, I know how to let you go.....I don't mind a bait and switch. Prince: whatcha mean...??? I am everything you sing about dude. Prince: huh?? You gotta girlfriend Prince: yeah, I gotta girlfriend. Then handle ya business.....see ya. Butcha gota meet meeeee...me, only me guy. you'll see. see ya soon.  THE B EST BE YOURSELF AS LONG AS YOUR SELF ISNT A DYCK[/r]
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 d like 2 c this  an unshowered Prince watching pay-per-view in sneakers and beer-stained T-shirts.  That sounded funny. missed it the 1st time read this.    | |
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DesireeNevermind said:[quote] carlcranshaw said: What's going to happen when the JW's show up for their cut of the 21 Nights money and they try to tell Prince this:
http://www.watchtower.org...cle_03.htm THX FOR POSTING CARL but you know the JWs and Princey got it all worked out and justified
***watchtower on dollars and sense*** If P didn't pay his bandmembers for the music he jacked he is not going to pay the JW's. 
He needs to stop going after that Michael Jackson Cult Member Status anyway. Now before you all yell at me and throw stuff let's all take a minute and get mellow here. Just watch the waves. It's alright. [Edited 9/27/08 18:58pm] "The first time I saw the cover of Dirty Mind in the early 80s I thought, 'Is this some drag queen ripping on Freddie Prinze?'" - Some guy on The Gear Page | |
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The Joker strikes again huh?
Prince darling please be careful when you play that role.. it killed Heath Ledger. | |
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That was a great read. When was the last interview he gave? Must have been some time!
Let's not get too excited about the video channel statement. We know that Prince has touted countless extraordinary ideas in the past without going through with them. To me, that's absolutely fine; it shows that he considers many things. But we shouldn't take him thinking of it as much of a sign that it might happen. I love hearing even the names of new Prince songs. And if they never get released, we still know their names forever. Let me speak them again: Boom, Forever, Dreamer, and The Divine. Nice! However, is The Divine really too amazing to be released or is this just part of Prince's self-marketing strategy? Seeing as what he does release attracts such mixed reactions nowadays, is it really that likely he would hold off releasing golden stuff? Maybe, but we don't know, so let's presume not unless we know otherwise. Not voting? Booooo. Voting certainly won't fix all our problems but not doing it contributes to a culture of apathy that lets power get out of control. No, Prince! | |
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I am shocked at how unflattering some pics are of the twinz. Dang! I would have had a fit to have this one published.  "Remember, one man's filler is another man's killer" -- Haystack | |
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jodi081630 said: I agree with him to a point. The system is curupt at so many levels. Those tht run our country atr not in it for out benifit, but for themselves.But, there were many that fought and sacroficed for my right to votw. Women, those of different races, and the disabeled, two of those groups apply to me. I feel that because of them I have to vote what did they fight for If I don't. But you can't abondon one duty for another. He does not vote , but he will excerise the freedom of speak when it suits him. That to me is not right. You can't sit and conpklain about something if you do nothinh to chanhe it. But I never voted for bush in the first place.
we also vote on laws, taxes, constitutional amendments, education...its kinda a stupid that he would flat out not vote for anything or any reason.  princey fighting for copyright protection and depending on his recent case, that might one day make it onto somebody's ballot. | |
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prodigalfan said:
I am shocked at how unflattering some pics are of the twinz. Dang! I would have had a fit to have this one published. The twinz are just average looking girls with really good makeup artists. that's why some pics are okay and others look a right haggish. | |
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prodigalfan said:
I am shocked at how unflattering some pics are of the twinz. Dang! I would have had a fit to have this one published. u have 2 be kidding? this is such a lovely pic.. it might be my favourite  | |
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purplecam said: L4OATheOriginal said: there's one in white plains  lol ..hop ur ass on metro north sonDude, you got some Metro North money for me to spend to get to White Plains?  If I can't get to Wal-Mart on the Subway, then nah. But then again, I like Metro North so maybe I'll swing by when the money is right we can hang  man, he has such an amazing body of music that it's sad to see him constrict it down to the basics. he's too talented for the lineup he's doing. estelle 81 | |
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it's a nice article - p socking it 2 us from all directions! after weeks of drought, feeling drenched is so nice!
looking 4ward 2 new music! hope he finds a way of getting it 2 us soonage! | |
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jdcxc said: laurarichardson said: ----- "discourages the only process available for average people to make changes in those institutions. " He did not discourage people from voting he said he does not vote. By telling people in a national publication that he does not vote, he has effectively discouraged people not to vote. He's selling a book, music and his point of view. Why did he feel the need to express this backward perspective? It's another method of preaching door-to-door and probably more effective. Unfortunately, celebrities have more impact on popular culture than we would hope. If just a few JW's, Prince fans, or whoever are pulled away from the political process, it only means further weakening the disenfranchised. 600 Floridians stayed home with a million feeble excuses. I would rather have him telling people to vote for Nader! If you were active in the Obama campaign, would you want an African-American superstar, who reaches millions of people, telling them that he finds no reason to vote. C'mon, this is so irresponsible, counter-productive, self-defeating and hurtful. It's a shame that huge white artists like Springsteen are out campaigning for Obama, while Prince is out selling the Watchtower and telling people not to vote! History will look down on his choice the same way it did when Sammy Davis Jr. and James Brown supported Nixon on the campaign trail. I hope their is a rightful backlash against his narrow, elitist, out-of-touch, fundamentalist ass. ----- "effectively discouraged people not to vote" That is such bullshit. People especially young people are not influenced by celeberties. Prince does not have the pulse of young people and they are not going to listen to anything he has to say about voting. I do not agree with the JW and their policy about voting but they have a right to not vote just like I have a right to vote. In addition, it would not surprise me if Prince did not vote before he became a JW. He just always seems to have been in his own world. "I hope their is a rightful backlash against his narrow, elitist, out-of-touch, fundamentalist ass.[/quote" You need to put down your glass of haterade. | |
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jodi081630 said: It is more the message he once had in his music that I want back. The freedom self expression, acceptance, love and against war that I miss. I want that back. He is such a hypocrit, but now I wonder has be really been that way all along. That is why I will not buy any new cd's I didn't see him for what he really was . A controling, condasending bully.He is a womanizer and a hyporit.. He just never wanted us to know it.
----- You did not know that P was a womanizer (LOL) Where have you been over the last 25 years. | |
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laurarichardson said: jodi081630 said: It is more the message he once had in his music that I want back. The freedom self expression, acceptance, love and against war that I miss. I want that back. He is such a hypocrit, but now I wonder has be really been that way all along. That is why I will not buy any new cd's I didn't see him for what he really was . A controling, condasending bully.He is a womanizer and a hyporit.. He just never wanted us to know it.
----- You did not know that P was a womanizer (LOL) Where have you been over the last 25 years. That is not what I ment . He doesn'yt want us to know that. As a kids I was not given access to all the info like others are here. | |
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But as I said . If I remember there are rules concerning divorce In the JW religion. If I am correct he cannot get married again. If I am not please say so. So he has to make such claims, but why keep repeatIng himself on the issue. | |
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laurarichardson said: jdcxc said: By telling people in a national publication that he does not vote, he has effectively discouraged people not to vote. He's selling a book, music and his point of view. Why did he feel the need to express this backward perspective? It's another method of preaching door-to-door and probably more effective. Unfortunately, celebrities have more impact on popular culture than we would hope. If just a few JW's, Prince fans, or whoever are pulled away from the political process, it only means further weakening the disenfranchised. 600 Floridians stayed home with a million feeble excuses. I would rather have him telling people to vote for Nader! If you were active in the Obama campaign, would you want an African-American superstar, who reaches millions of people, telling them that he finds no reason to vote. C'mon, this is so irresponsible, counter-productive, self-defeating and hurtful. It's a shame that huge white artists like Springsteen are out campaigning for Obama, while Prince is out selling the Watchtower and telling people not to vote! History will look down on his choice the same way it did when Sammy Davis Jr. and James Brown supported Nixon on the campaign trail. I hope their is a rightful backlash against his narrow, elitist, out-of-touch, fundamentalist ass. ----- "effectively discouraged people not to vote" That is such bullshit. People especially young people are not influenced by celeberties. Prince does not have the pulse of young people and they are not going to listen to anything he has to say about voting. I do not agree with the JW and their policy about voting but they have a right to not vote just like I have a right to vote. In addition, it would not surprise me if Prince did not vote before he became a JW. He just always seems to have been in his own world. "I hope their is a rightful backlash against his narrow, elitist, out-of-touch, fundamentalist ass.[/quote" You need to put down your glass of haterade. I agree that Prince is not moving mountains of public opinion these days but anyone with a podium effects the balance to some degree. Even if it is miniscule. Are you telling me that there have been zero new JW converts since P joined? Just fathom, a measly 600 people's lack of political participation (in a country of 280 mil) put GWB in the White house! What positive contribution to the marketplace of ideas does his comment make? The idea of "not voting" is defenseless and you have no idea what direct or indirect influence irresponsible statements have on people. And you need to tell Madison Avenue, both political parties and multi-media corporations about your theory on the lack of influence by celebrities. It's the "dumbing down" of America. It's the only reason the USA Today exists. The public will learn more about Palin in People magazine than CNN. | |
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It all starts with folks worshiping the cult of celebrity when it comes to Prince and other celebrity acts...
The facts that folks are still bent out of shape about Prince's JW beliefs says it all...There's an old saying that folks should always remember...Always seperate the man/woman from their fame... The only thing I've ever called Prince out about was the absurd and petty way he has gone after loyal fansites; that simply cannot be defended...But when it comes to the man's personal religious beliefs, no matter how wacked out I believe them to be, it's not hurting me (or his fans) one bit... People that think differently need to enjoy their own lives instead of putting so much stock in the lives' of celebrities... | |
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jdcxc said: laurarichardson said: ----- "effectively discouraged people not to vote" That is such bullshit. People especially young people are not influenced by celeberties. Prince does not have the pulse of young people and they are not going to listen to anything he has to say about voting. I do not agree with the JW and their policy about voting but they have a right to not vote just like I have a right to vote. In addition, it would not surprise me if Prince did not vote before he became a JW. He just always seems to have been in his own world. "I hope their is a rightful backlash against his narrow, elitist, out-of-touch, fundamentalist ass.[/quote" You need to put down your glass of haterade. I agree that Prince is not moving mountains of public opinion these days but anyone with a podium effects the balance to some degree. Even if it is miniscule. Are you telling me that there have been zero new JW converts since P joined? Just fathom, a measly 600 people's lack of political participation (in a country of 280 mil) put GWB in the White house! What positive contribution to the marketplace of ideas does his comment make? The idea of "not voting" is defenseless and you have no idea what direct or indirect influence irresponsible statements have on people. And you need to tell Madison Avenue, both political parties and multi-media corporations about your theory on the lack of influence by celebrities. It's the "dumbing down" of America. It's the only reason the USA Today exists. The public will learn more about Palin in People magazine than CNN. What if Prince said that he was voting for McCain? Would you have a problem with that? | |
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bellanoche said: 2freaky4church1 said: Celebate my ass! The guy is the biggest poon hound in rock history. He just says that so the JW's won't kick him out or they had him shut up for pr reasons. I haven't heard any news about him visiting houses for the religion, except that one article years ago.
The guy has been seen going into hotels with women. Trusting the tabloids..lol He wrote a song about Martin King but doesn't vote? Martin King died so you could vote you sorry sack of shit. People who don't vote should be kicked out of America, period. This election is too important. Bet he likes Palin as well. Intelligent design? eat me. The Devine! Wow, I bet is sounds like something from Diamonds And Pearls...lol You know he always overrates his stuff. The Real God needs to knock this guy in the beak. I usually don't respond to posts as ignorant as this, but I felt compelled to this time. Martin Luther King Jr. fought for the right for ALL citizens in this country to have equal rights, to be treated fairly as human beings with dignity and respect. He died because some idiot assasinated him. He didn't die for anyone to have the right to vote. Don't diminish/reduce his struggle to "the right to vote." Having the right to vote means that someone has the OPTION to vote or not to vote. That is the right that ALL citizens should have. It does not mean that they have to go out and vote, especially if it conflicts with their spiritual beliefs. The right to CHOOSE is the issue. When black people did not have the right to vote it meant that we did not have a choice. Prince, and the rest of us black folk now have the right to CHOOSE whether we want to take part in the voting process or not. Exercising one's right not to vote is as much about freedom as exercising the right to vote. It is not grounds to kick someone out of a country. That's a very ignorant proposition. Shouldn't people have the equal right to have views that are different from yours or even the majority for that matter?  | |
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Wow, i am so happy he released this article to straighten out all the rumors on his private love life. It heightens my respect for him and the stand he is taking on the controversial subject of celibacy.
I think sex has been overdone and too often taken for granted when that is and should be the most intimate sacred thing a woman and man can share. If u wait till u are married to give that gift to one another than you have time to build a strong friendship, spiritual foundation and mutual respect. Imagine how much more powerful the act of sex becomes then!! A true exchange of love and powerful shakras. How beautiful!! The one and only person you give every part of your being to, forever, that is one of the gifts of marriage instituted by a God who loves us all. Wonderful news!! Keep doing the right thing Prince i support you. Yes having rights includes the right to vote or not to vote. In this era, Each human being has his own choice no matter the color of their skin. Search for meaning and purpose in your desicion making and not following society blindly is to be commended not put down. | |
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""I wanted to document something that was never done before," he says, pausing at a photo of himself immersed in fog onstage. "I don't expect that record to be broken unless I break it."
What about "Prince Presents The Sacrifice of Victor?" I guess he had nothing to do with that? The revisionist history continues. And the photo of him on the bed? I didn't realize we were going to get CG Prince.  | |
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Ion said: "who's exploring a TV channel start-up to unleash his massive video archives."
Wow. "The Divine, a song so "mind-blowing" he doubts he'll ever release it." Gotta hear this. What you've gotta do is learn the difference between hype & reality. | |
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jodi081630 said: I agree with him to a point. The system is curupt at so many levels. Those tht run our country atr not in it for out benifit, but for themselves.But, there were many that fought and sacroficed for my right to votw. Women, those of different races, and the disabeled, two of those groups apply to me. I feel that because of them I have to vote what did they fight for If I don't. But you can't abondon one duty for another. He does not vote , but he will excerise the freedom of speak when it suits him. That to me is not right. You can't sit and conpklain about something if you do nothinh to chanhe it. But I never voted for bush in the first place.
Yeah, why attempt to be political with a song like Cinnamon Girl & then shy away from voting? | |
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