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If you had to introduce a non fan to 3 definitive Prince songs.... What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
My vote goes to 1)Lady Cab Driver. Funky, edgy, and showcases Prince at his pre-Purple Rain peak 2)The War. Mainstream music folks may not realize how great a guitarist he is. The guitar solo on this one is on another planet. 3)And God Created Woman. My all time favorite Prince ballad. Sentimental and timeless. [Edited 10/16/09 21:24pm] "Old man's gotta be the old man. Fish has got to be the fish." | |
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COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
My vote goes to 1)Lady Cab Driver. Funky, edgy, and showcases Prince at his pre-Purple Rain peak 2)The War. Mainstream music folks may not realize how great a guitarist he is. The guitar solo on this one is on another planet. 3)And God Created Woman. My all time favorite Prince ballad. Sentimental and timeless. [Edited 10/16/09 21:24pm] Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. Do these 3 songs do that? Don't get me wrong, I love all 3 of these tunes, but I don't agree that they are definitive. How can a song that is a "hidden gem" be definitive? [Edited 10/16/09 22:25pm] "New Power slide...." |
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I would pick 3 "big" songs:
1. Let's Go Crazy (Extended) 2. Kiss (Extended) 3. Raspberry Beret (Extended) Prince 4Ever.  | |
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when doves cry
diamonds and pearls i would die 4 u "we make our heroes in America only to destroy them" | |
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skywalker said: [b]Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. When put like that I always believed that 'Crystal Ball' sums up Prince in one song. | |
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It would depend on the friend but for a general choice
She spoke to me Shy I will "Free URself, B the best that U can B, 3rd Apartment from the Sun, nothing left to fear" Prince Rogers Nelson - Forever in my Life - | |
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My Little Pill
Wedding Feast Had U .... | |
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or..
Get Some Solo NPG Bumrush The Ship TMBGITW (Simon Harris Bonus beats) they're all definitive to me. | |
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skywalker said: COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
My vote goes to 1)Lady Cab Driver. Funky, edgy, and showcases Prince at his pre-Purple Rain peak 2)The War. Mainstream music folks may not realize how great a guitarist he is. The guitar solo on this one is on another planet. 3)And God Created Woman. My all time favorite Prince ballad. Sentimental and timeless. [Edited 10/16/09 21:24pm] Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. Do these 3 songs do that? Don't get me wrong, I love all 3 of these tunes, but I don't agree that they are definitive. How can a song that is a "hidden gem" be definitive? [Edited 10/16/09 22:25pm] The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). "Old man's gotta be the old man. Fish has got to be the fish." | |
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It depends on the friend, I'd have to know what particular styles of music they like and base it off that.
My top 3 favorite styles are: Funk Jazz R&B Ballads Peace ... & Stay Funky ...
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COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: skywalker said: Definitive? As in songs that "define" Prince. Do these 3 songs do that? Don't get me wrong, I love all 3 of these tunes, but I don't agree that they are definitive. How can a song that is a "hidden gem" be definitive? [Edited 10/16/09 22:25pm] The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). Aha! Cool---3 songs that define Prince's all around talents. Joint to Joint: Prince's dirty funk and ability to change directions in one song. Dreamer: Prince's rock and a bit social conciousness. Somewhere Here on Earth: Prince's voice. Showcases his ballad and pop song writing ability with sprinkles of jazz. These are not definitive Prince songs, but sum him up fairly well. "New Power slide...." |
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skywalker said: COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). Aha! Cool---3 songs that define Prince's all around talents. Joint to Joint: Prince's dirty funk and ability to change directions in one song. Dreamer: Prince's rock and a bit social conciousness. Somewhere Here on Earth: Prince's voice. Showcases his ballad and pop song writing ability with sprinkles of jazz. These are not definitive Prince songs, but sum him up fairly well. Can't believe I forgot Joint 2 Joint! "Old man's gotta be the old man. Fish has got to be the fish." | |
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I think it would depend on the friend, yet with a variety I would probably play a mix...
1. Zannalee 2. Strollin' 3. Crimson&Clover If I remained friends with this person, they'd hear a lot more than 3 Prince songs anyway.  "The Lion Sleeps Tonight... | |
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1. Erotic City (just for its lyric content and catchyness)
2. Adore (beautifully written and delivered...and oh sooooo shexy) 3. Days of Wild ( Love this track 2 funky) Everybody's looking 4 the ladder
Everybody wants salvation of the soul The steps U take are no easy road But the reward is great 4 those who want 2 go | |
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COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: What songs would it be and why? They don't have to be the pop ones, but hidden gems that showcase the man and his skills.
My vote goes to 1)Lady Cab Driver. Funky, edgy, and showcases Prince at his pre-Purple Rain peak 2)The War. Mainstream music folks may not realize how great a guitarist he is. The guitar solo on this one is on another planet. 3)And God Created Woman. My all time favorite Prince ballad. Sentimental and timeless. [Edited 10/16/09 21:24pm] Around The World In A Day, When Doves Cry, Alphabet Street | |
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skywalker said: COMPUTERBLUE1984 said: The intent is to come up with three songs where you think Prince best showcases his all around talents, whether musically or otherwise. It is meant to be subjective since it would be too easy to go with the obvious choices (such as Purple Rain, Kiss, etc). Aha! Cool---3 songs that define Prince's all around talents. Joint to Joint: Prince's dirty funk and ability to change directions in one song. Dreamer: Prince's rock and a bit social conciousness. Somewhere Here on Earth: Prince's voice. Showcases his ballad and pop song writing ability with sprinkles of jazz. These are not definitive Prince songs, but sum him up fairly well.  No matter your age, pursue your dreams so that you will LIVE. | |
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The extended versionof I Wish U Heaven helped me convince a skeptical friend back in '89... "We've never been able to pull off a funk number"
"That's becuase we're soulless auttomatons" | |
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Ive actually won over more fans with Purple Rain than any other song of his. But if I had to choose 2 more, it would be Kiss, and 7 | |
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The Question of u
Joy in Repetition Sometimes it Snows The Cross 17 Days Shit just couldn't pick 3  I just can't believe all the things people say ! | |
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I'm so bad at these types of things, but I'd say...
Computer Blue (extended version of course) Little Red Corvette (genius lyrics) The Ballad of Dorothy Parker [4. She's Always In My Hair] [5. Joy In Repetition] How can I stand 2 stay where I am? / Poor butterfly who don't understand. | |
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Joy In Repetition
Shockadelica The Love We Make | |
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ronnwinter said: Ive actually won over more fans with Purple Rain than any other song of his. But if I had to choose 2 more, it would be Kiss, and 7
 7 converted another friend of mine. Funny one, that... Not necessarily one of my faves..."We've never been able to pull off a funk number"
"That's becuase we're soulless auttomatons" | |
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Adore - romantic lyrics and a beautiful song.
Moviestar - for the funny guy that Prince is. Come - eroticism. | |
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Diamonds and pearls
Strange Relationship I Can't Make U Love Me better will be Come, Bambi or Sexy Dancer...but I don't want terrify no fan from the start  If U're lookin' 4 somebody, who'll turn your bad day into one long night of fun, look no further
BABY ...I'M THE ONE | |
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LaAmi said: Diamonds and pearls
Strange Relationship I Can't Make U Love Me better will be Come, Bambi or Sexy Dancer...but I don't want terrify no fan from the start Not that they were terrifying, those songs w/ the exception of Bambi, for some reason had zero effect on me and did nothing to draw me into Prince. I guess it just depends what age you are and what you connect to cause.. thedance said: I would pick 3 "big" songs:
1. Let's Go Crazy (Extended) 2. Kiss (Extended) 3. Raspberry Beret (Extended) THESE were the songs that drew me in! "Not to sound cosmic, but I've made plans for the next 3,000 years," he says. "Before, it was only three days at a time." | |
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Three songs that can't be denied huh?
Adore (This song has raw energy,is pure and truthful,sexy and sensual, and at the same time it sounds like it was recorded in a church.) All The Critics (If u don't feel this song, you should just stop listening to music all together) Purple Rain Live (any version will do cause they're all different and the guitar is the reason if you need a reason) When The Lights Go Down (smooth as a strawberry milkshake) D.M.S.R.(no explanation needed unless u need a set of ears) Insatiable (I'll show my 1 syllable word, if u'll show your 2 syllable word) Ooops! I was multiplying. Vanity on the thang...I mean brain. | |
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Let's Go Crazy (rock)
DMSR (funk) Adore (ballad) | |
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^ditto. | |
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Housequake.
The Question of U. The Beautiful Ones. That's just what I thought of for right now. The list would be different, if I thought of 3 songs again. | |
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When u where mine
The beutiful ones reasberry beret BOB4theFUNK | |
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