I was thinking back to when I first became a Prince fan and how his music influenced my life, in what ways. One big change was when I moved to another state and wanted to get fit. I started riding my ten speed bike every day, at first to the beach, and then for miles...all while playing Around The World In A Day and 1999 on my Walkman. The music made me want to go faster and further until I got into long distance cycling with other riders and lost thirty pounds. This transferred into a desire to go to clubs where they played Prince's music and dance all night long! What has Prince's music caused you to change in your life in a practical or life-altering way (i.e. career change, life outlook, etc.)?

you always come up with the best questions!

when i read this i thought of the song Starfish and Coffee i think its one of his most thought provoking and most beautfil songs hes ever written because it just makes me think how wonderful this world would be if we could all just get along if we accepted those who are different

In my teen years, started masturbating more.

ernestsewell said:

Haha! You always have such a caustic sense of humor! Got to say I had many personal moments with Prince myself! Either alone or with someone else!

It chance everything!

I'm a new fan. Perhaps since 1 month. I'm so inspired of his music.I discoverd all the music. I've got a lot to do. But I love it. Actuell I ordert Come and Diamonds and Pearls.

I really love it. It change a lot in me. (sorry my bad english, I'm from germany, I try my best and I love the org and PRINCE )

poetcorner61 said:

poetcorner61 said:

I didn't masturbate TO Prince or his music (I've never found him sexy), but his music being so sexual opened up my pent up Baptist boy ways.

Stefanie78 said:

Wow! Welcome to the World of Prince! U have so much to learn and explore! Have fun! My son likes him, too!

ernestsewell said:

Exactly! Feel the same way! All about the music for setting the mood!

I bought a new computer so that I could watch his Videos. Which I going to do right now. see ya!

poetcorner61 said:

Southern Baptist!

I understand you ernestsewell. I'm interested what happens when I hear the Come album with my man

poetcorner61 said:

I was Independent Baptist, which was (and still is) so strict, they make Southern Baptists look like heathens. SRSLY.

ernestsewell said:

Really! I always thought Southern Baptists were the worst! No dancing, no drinking, no sexy posters on the wall... How are Independent Baptists worse than Southern Baptists? Curious, because my Dad was a Sunday school teacher for the adults after he smacked my Mom and the kids around on Saturday! What hypocrisy was more so in Indep. Baptist than S. Baptist?!

he changed the way i view music

he made me work harder at my crAFT musicaly. and he tought me not to be afraid to take chances...musicaly...and a whole lot more

It hasn't. I have my own mind and don't let his music (or anyone's)dictate how I live my life.

kenlacam said:

I'm not suggesting that Prince's music or anyone else's dictates how someone lives (or dies!). I'm asking whether it was one among other influences that caused a change in someone's behavior or thinking! Because music has that power! No one dictates his/her life (or shouldn't) merely by musical or pop influences! At least, I hope not!

No-but his spiritual songs really make me think about it all sometimes

nurseV said:

Recently, since I've been listening again, he doesn't make me think more about spirituality, than I have always done, but his music underscores the thoughts and emotions that I am going through now--the new music! I don't know why people think that Prince shouldn't reach out and explore for himself! The difference is that he has to do it musically and publicly--in a way the rest of us don't! I am glad he is willing to share his music! People act like he owes it to us and he doesn't! What if he retired tomorrow from doing music! How would everyone on this forum feel! Betrayed, that's what! Prince can't please everyone, just like so many other artists... I just want to keep hearing his jazz/funk! Love the other stuff--luv jazz/funk more! You go, Prince!

poetcorner61 said:

I agree. Folks talk bad about him all day everyday, but if he was gone what would they do then? What other artist could feed them musically? No one.

I feel more in tune and at peace, exploring Prince's music has helped shape me as a woman

RakelRosalita729 said:

Prince's music has helped shape my inner and outer man, as a close friend of mine observed! LOL

poetcorner61 said:

eww

nurseV said:

Oh geez! Oops! I didn't mean a physical change, just an inner/outer spiritual change! Man, you sure have to watch the language you use nowadays! Not that there is anything wrong with a physical change! In my opinion!

Well a couple of things...I worked with (Midnight Star) on the road as a runner...intentionally to build experience to work 4 Prince.

I have done a few different art projects that are based on Prince's guitar playing...Prince has inspired me to write a lot of love poetry.

Last Christmas...My aunt asked me if I would ever quit smoking cigarettes 4 Prince....I said Yes...Cold Turkey...

I smoked for 25 years...I Quit October 1st. All I had to do to resist the craving is think about kissing Prince....It worx...I'll never smoke again.

poetcorner61 said:

Music goes waaaayyy back for me and if we're talking about P's music. I did not like slow jams until I heard "Do Me Baby". Now mind you this was when I was in my 20's, I wouldn't listen to or play a slow jam to save me life. Then in 1995, I heard 1 of P's slow jams and tried it out with a x, worked well. Then low and behold, hardcore fan in 1996, but "Do Me Baby" was the "it" song. Me and wifey could "get down" with that song now.

ernestsewell said:

are U still a wanker?

nyse said:

Me too! That's what I was going to say.

It made me feel accepted with my thoughts, style, music and past. From what I know about Prince, it really does have a big connection to my life and my past. With his music it's the same - it feels great knowing that there's someone out there who took the same chances, tried to combine genres and all that.