OK: I'm sure most of us on here believe Prince to be one of the most talented musicians in the world.

But if you were forced to say which you think prince is the most talented at, which would you go for?

- Producer?
- Songwriter?
- Lyricist?
- Singer?
- Instrumentalist?

I must say, I can't make my mind up myself, but if pressed, I'd have to say producer or instrumentalist; and would probably come down on the side of instrumentalist.

I look forward to your responses...
[This message was edited Tue Feb 25 15:33:13 PST 2003 by 1800NewHunk]

I like your name, very humorous!

If I had to choose one, I would choose Producer. I love his arrangements with all those hidden sounds and instruments that you don't hear until you've heard the song a zillion times!

Neither of those.

He's best at Performing,

then singer (he knows it inside and out)

then songwriter

then lyricist

then producer (but better than anyone else)

and finally, instrumentalist (but miles did say prince was the best keyboardist he has worked with.)
[This message was edited Tue Feb 25 15:37:25 PST 2003 by Jem]

Lyricist, because of his phrasing and his articulation. Also, many of the notes he hits on his ballads are exhilirating...he has a great voice. Think of his many musical swirls and his passion...too many songs to name where these examples shine through.

Tina (~!~)

NettieSmiles said:

You do have a point, i always thought how he constucted lyrics was amazing. He knows a lot about rhythm and timeing.

Jem said:

Definitely agree that PERFORMER is number one. When performing he truly transcends.

After that, I wouldn't break down an order of talents. Too many variables for me to make those choices. Too hard for me!