I just listened to it for the first time. I really can't understand what the fuss is about. I agree with many it can use a remix or something like that, but I really don't think it's horrible. What's horrible is most of the stuff that's played on the radio these days by other artist.If R Kelly would have done Purple and Gold people probably would have called it genious.

The answer to your question is that there is no "fuss". People are simply cracking jokes about one song that they don't care for...that's about it.

I think most of us agree that his music is far superior to anything on the radio...that much is obvious, but if people don't like something they just don't like it and no amount of lecturing, chastising, pontificating or long drawn out explanations of the dynamics of the song is going to stop anyone from cracking jokes about it.

Not saying you're doing that...just saying that all these hurt feelings on Prince's behalf are unnecessary because like I said earlier, this one apparent mishap isn't going to end his career. The next time he steps onto a stage he will rule it like the badass that he is.

Prince is getting ribbed a little...Lord knows it's not the first time and he'll survive and thrive like he always does.

OF COURSE WE WILL RUSH TO BUY TICKETS TO THE NEXT SHOW!!!

But fuck me that track is a steaming turd, and you can bet your ass he won't have the brass bollocks to stand up and play it! Can you imagine it at an after show??? I'd be rolling about laughing hard at that - He would have to put on a football helmet to protect himself from the bottles!

I just listened to it for the first time. I really can't understand what the fuss is about. I agree with many it can use a remix or something like that, but I really don't think it's horrible. What's horrible is most of the stuff that's played on the radio these days by other artist.If R Kelly would have done Purple and Gold people probably would have called it genious.

I'm going to watch the Vikings vs. Saints game today, to see if they actually are gutsy enough to play "Purple and Gold" during the game. Not sure if they will, since according to what I just saw in the paper, the game is going to be in Louisiana. Even if they don't play it, I'm curious to see if the commentors during the game mention it.

next stop...The Cleveland Cav's!

Exactly, the harsh criticism from orgers here will never have the power to ruin his longtime career. Babynoz, is right. The next time he steps on to the stage, he will rule it with his crown on, and the same ones cracking jokes and harshly criticizing this particular song, will more than likely be some of the first ones rushing to get a ticket to see him perform at future shows. This is not the first time Prince has been criticized harshly over a song, yet he still manages to be a respected musician by many. That's something no one on this site will ever manage to take away from him. So he'll be fine, this is just another hurdle he'll get over.
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Honestly, I don't believe most people are trying to be mean, they're just kidding around about an odd song and some of the jokes are really funny. But his self appointed defenders are acting like they think Prince must be sitting in a corner somewhere, hugging himself or sucking his thumb and rocking back and forth in distress. He's not!

But check this out...I was right down there on the field with Prince at the Superbowl and kids who barely knew anything about him were standing there with their little mouths hanging open in awe of the man. That's why I know Prince don't need no defending.

the veil of the sky draws open
the roar of the chariots touch down
we r the ones who have now come again
and walk upon water like solid ground
as we approach the throne we won't bow down
this time we won't b denied

raise every voice and let it b known
in the name of the purple and gold

we come in the name of the purple and gold
all of the odds r in r favor
no prediction 2 bold
we r the truth if the truth can b told
long reign the purple and gold

the eyes say ready 4 battle
no need 4 sword in hand
we r all amped up like a rock n roll band
ready 2 celebrate every score
ready 2 fight the elegant war
ready 2 hear the crowd roar

that's what we came 4
and so much more
in the name of the purple and gold


r spirits may b tired
r bodies may b worn
but since this day is r destiny
r history – that's y we must b
4ever strong as the wind that blows the Vikings' horn
in the name of the purple and gold