and i'm loving it

bluefish said:

iloveannie said:

bluefish said:

Funny 'cause it's true!

I like tea and I like sex. I also like it when Mrs iloveannie takes a swig of tea and pops my balls in her mouth. Followed by an ice cube. Whatever floats the boat I guess. I don't dislike the reworking of this song but neither does it make me want to go crazy or get nuts. I guess the original is far too significant to me being the first song to make me realise what a fucking genius Prince was. It was the song that started my fanaticism. So obviously I'm going to judge any other version harshly. If Prince's only competition is his former self then he will always be doomed to failure. He was too fucking good for his own good! Lol

Wow--that's a bit too much sharing, there, my man. You stayed up 9 minutes too long, I think. We might be dysfunctional, but if we're Waltons, we can't handle that sort of information.

I am curious about what you're saying about "Let's Go Crazy"--I can't say it was "the song" for me, but it certainly contributed. I haven't liked the live versions, for the most part, and hardly ever listen to even the album version (the 7-inch edit is cause for violence)--the only real version for me has been the 12-inch. I'm only on my second listening to this new version, but I think what makes it work for me is that it's so different that it isn't really the same song. It's not trying to do the same thing at all, where the other versions have either lost or added elements while still trying to perform more or less the same feat. So I find I'm not comparing this to the original but hearing it almost as a new song.

Most of the rehearsal/live streams and releases we've had over the last few years haven't struck me as doing anything remarkably different from the originals; so I compared them, and, in general, the new ones came up wanting. Not necessarily terrible, but rarely doing anything very interesting. Not to me, and, I suspect, not to Prince either. And I suspect the difference here is the band--I can't judge their technical skills, but I'm pretty sure they're not there just to look pretty. I think that what's happening on this recording (and in the Dakota shows with this group) is indicative that he's looking for something new. I'm not sure he's found it--we'll see what he writes in the near future. I figure this is just a new direction to head in, not the ultimate destination. But for now, I'm hopeful (but I like rock Prince--especially when he opens it up a little, as he seems to be doing now).

Oh--let's listen to that again.

wonder505 said:

HonestMan13 said:

People call you that not because you have an opinion but because your opinion is always the same on every thread you chime in on regarding Prince. Also the notion that there were 30 people on the planet who gave a flying shit what you were listening to on your phone/mp3 player enough to stop whatever they were doing to listen to what your were listening to and then offer up their opinions and levels of Prince knowledge is ludicrous.

I know right. Grown ass people making up stories to just to make a point.

I didn't make up any damn thing, so you can stop repeating that lie on me, because you don't want to admit the fucking truth to yourself and/or to Prince's readers, that the song is just plain lousy.

Not that I have to explain myself to you but for your information, when I posted my comment, I was having Easter Dinner at the Westin Hotel in Southfield, in the Algonquin Ballroom as my family and friends have done every year for the last 5 years. Since the festivites were winding down, and I had my laptop, as I always do, I went to the front desk, got the guestcode to access the internet and ended up here. As I said, I took my headphones off and let the 30 or so people left, that I personally know had varying degrees of Prince likability, hear the damn song as I was hearing it because I honestly couldn't believe my damn ears. At first, most of them didn't even believe that it was Prince, at all. When I finally convinced them that it indeed was Prince and not a joke on my part or some imposter, the reactions were as I stated.

Believe me, don't believe me. I don't give a fuck but for crying out loud, STOP LYING TO THAT DAMN MAN!!!!!!

I'll laugh my motherfucking ass off, if it turns out that Prince released that craptacular mess on purpose, just to see how many of you so called "fams" would actually be honest about it.

[Edited 4/1/13 18:19pm]

wonder505 said:

Here's my take. LGC is one of my favorite songs. It has high energy, its like an anthem, so ofcourse I prefer the regular version to the slowed down version. Also its Prince's song, he can do whatever he wants to it. From an artist point of view he probably wanted to do something different and its his right. I'm dont hate the song, but I'm not crazy over it either. Its' alright I guess. However, I don't get all this love for Hannah as a drummer. I just dont see what's so special about her skills. There are so many other female drummers out there that are better. I dont get Prince's attaction to her as a musician, but it is what it is. and for the Orger who compared her to John Blackwell, PLEASE stop that noise!!!!!!!

She's not a bad drummer at all. She probably doesn't belong in Prince's band, but Prince does not follow normal logic. When it comes to band members, he usually wants somebody who will take the smallest paycheck possible. That's his mindset...cheap over quality with Prince every single time. He's still the most amazing artist out there...even if we have to deal with more BS than we should.

serpan99 said:

Poplife88 said:

I didn't like it when I listened to it yesterday. This is one of my absolute fave songs from anyone and I have yet to hear a better version than the original 12". However after listening today, this version is growing on me.

Ha! But is it really growing on u as a great new version of Let's Go Crazy or as a great rocking guitar jam...

Just different. It will never replace that original Revolution version. But, I hear ya, its a looong drawn out sleazy dirty jam version. Not a bad thing...just different.

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

wonder505 said:

I know right. Grown ass people making up stories to just to make a point.

I didn't make up any damn thing, so you can stop repeating that lie on me, because you don't want to admit the fucking truth to yourself and/or to Prince's readers, that the song is just plain lousy.

Not that I have to explain myself to you but for your information, when I posted my comment, I was having Easter Dinner at the Westin Hotel in Southfield, in the Algonquin Ballroom as my family and friends have done every year for the last 5 years. Since the festivites were winding down, and I had my laptop, as I always do, I went to the front desk, got the guestcode to access the internet and ended up here. As I said, I took my headphones off and let the 30 or so people left, that I personally know had varying degrees of Prince likability, hear the damn song as I was hearing it because I honestly couldn't believe my damn ears. At first, most of them didn't even believe that it was Prince, at all. When I finally convinced them that it indeed was Prince and not a joke on my part or some imposter, the reactions were as I stated.

Believe me, don't believe me. I don't give a fuck but for crying out loud, STOP LYING TO THAT DAMN MAN!!!!!!

I'll laugh my motherfucking ass off, if it turns out that Prince released that craptacular mess on purpose, just to see how many of you so called "fams" would actually be honest about it.

[Edited 4/1/13 18:19pm]

This broad took her laprop to a hoity toity easter function at a hotel

RIGHT!!!

You know .... tha man can't win for nothing with u guys and gals...and there is one thing for sure.... those of you who like the orginal are difinately rockers...good for you..those of you who like the new version (me) are difinately funketers.... I have realized over the years...that it is very hard to please P fans...and personally I dont believe he cares...and he shouldn't....P do you! dam if you do dam if you don't ...smh!

I'm liking this thing...a lot!

Thanks 4 this!

rdhull said:

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

I didn't make up any damn thing, so you can stop repeating that lie on me, because you don't want to admit the fucking truth to yourself and/or to Prince's readers, that the song is just plain lousy.

Not that I have to explain myself to you but for your information, when I posted my comment, I was having Easter Dinner at the Westin Hotel in Southfield, in the Algonquin Ballroom as my family and friends have done every year for the last 5 years. Since the festivites were winding down, and I had my laptop, as I always do, I went to the front desk, got the guestcode to access the internet and ended up here. As I said, I took my headphones off and let the 30 or so people left, that I personally know had varying degrees of Prince likability, hear the damn song as I was hearing it because I honestly couldn't believe my damn ears. At first, most of them didn't even believe that it was Prince, at all. When I finally convinced them that it indeed was Prince and not a joke on my part or some imposter, the reactions were as I stated.

Believe me, don't believe me. I don't give a fuck but for crying out loud, STOP LYING TO THAT DAMN MAN!!!!!!

I'll laugh my motherfucking ass off, if it turns out that Prince released that craptacular mess on purpose, just to see how many of you so called "fams" would actually be honest about it.

[Edited 4/1/13 18:19pm]

This broad took her laprop to a hoity toity easter function at a hotel

RIGHT!!!

Yeah, I'm one of the organizers, Einstein.

MadamGoodnight said:

I'm liking this thing...a lot!

Thanks 4 this!

DITTO! Im w/ you Madam.

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

rdhull said:

This broad took her laprop to a hoity toity easter function at a hotel

RIGHT!!!

Yeah, I'm one of the organizers, Einstein.

Uh huh

and you had 30 ppl come listen on ur headphnes and thy were so inclined to do so..on Easter to come take a listen..

stop lying..you go to hell for that (I assume you believe in heaven n hell since u organized an easter egg hunt etc)

rdhull said:

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

Yeah, I'm one of the organizers, Einstein.

Uh huh

and you had 30 ppl come listen on ur headphnes and thy were so inclined to do so..on Easter to come take a listen..

stop lying..you go to hell for that (I assume you believe in heaven n hell since u organized an easter egg hunt etc)

Please dont fuel the fire!

NormaRae said:

MadamGoodnight said:

I'm liking this thing...a lot!

Thanks 4 this!

DITTO! Im w/ you Madam.

MadamGoodnight said:

NormaRae said:

DITTO! Im w/ you Madam.

Madam, I don't know about you...but the 1st one I could sing to, but the reload..I can get down to...it's just funky...was never a big fan of Prince the rocker.....But when he gets funky....oh boy!

Regardless of what others may think ...this is HOT! just like his fine ass. (pitches .50 into cuss jar)

edit

[Edited 4/2/13 8:32am]

NormaRae said:

MadamGoodnight said:

Madam, I don't know about you...but the 1st one I could sing to, but the reload..I can get down to...it's just funky...was never a big fan of Prince the rocker.....But when he gets funky....oh boy!

Regardless of what others may think ...this is HOT! just like his fine ass. (pitches .50 into cuss jar)

Norma, I'm a funkateer! I fiend for the funk

Awww shit ...& that man is aging like a fine wine! (adds another fiddy to your cuss jar).

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

wonder505 said:

I know right. Grown ass people making up stories to just to make a point.

I didn't make up any damn thing, so you can stop repeating that lie on me, because you don't want to admit the fucking truth to yourself and/or to Prince's readers, that the song is just plain lousy.

Not that I have to explain myself to you but for your information, when I posted my comment, I was having Easter Dinner at the Westin Hotel in Southfield, in the Algonquin Ballroom as my family and friends have done every year for the last 5 years. Since the festivites were winding down, and I had my laptop, as I always do, I went to the front desk, got the guestcode to access the internet and ended up here. As I said, I took my headphones off and let the 30 or so people left, that I personally know had varying degrees of Prince likability, hear the damn song as I was hearing it because I honestly couldn't believe my damn ears. At first, most of them didn't even believe that it was Prince, at all. When I finally convinced them that it indeed was Prince and not a joke on my part or some imposter, the reactions were as I stated.

Believe me, don't believe me. I don't give a fuck but for crying out loud, STOP LYING TO THAT DAMN MAN!!!!!!

I'll laugh my motherfucking ass off, if it turns out that Prince released that craptacular mess on purpose, just to see how many of you so called "fams" would actually be honest about it.

[Edited 4/1/13 18:19pm]

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NormaRae said:

Can we do a comparison?

Play the original Let's Go Crazy 12".

Then play this recent Let's Go Crazy arrangement.

Only then try to formulate your feelings.

Please post them a day later.

Now what does P say at the end of this Let's Go Crazy track?

HatrinaHaterwitz said:

wonder505 said:

I know right. Grown ass people making up stories to just to make a point.

I didn't make up any damn thing, so you can stop repeating that lie on me, because you don't want to admit the fucking truth to yourself and/or to Prince's readers, that the song is just plain lousy.

Not that I have to explain myself to you but for your information, when I posted my comment, I was having Easter Dinner at the Westin Hotel in Southfield, in the Algonquin Ballroom as my family and friends have done every year for the last 5 years. Since the festivites were winding down, and I had my laptop, as I always do, I went to the front desk, got the guestcode to access the internet and ended up here. As I said, I took my headphones off and let the 30 or so people left, that I personally know had varying degrees of Prince likability, hear the damn song as I was hearing it because I honestly couldn't believe my damn ears. At first, most of them didn't even believe that it was Prince, at all. When I finally convinced them that it indeed was Prince and not a joke on my part or some imposter, the reactions were as I stated.

Believe me, don't believe me. I don't give a fuck but for crying out loud, STOP LYING TO THAT DAMN MAN!!!!!!

I'll laugh my motherfucking ass off, if it turns out that Prince released that craptacular mess on purpose, just to see how many of you so called "fams" would actually be honest about it.

[Edited 4/1/13 18:19pm]

I believe this. Of course it sounded shit through laptop speakers in a hotel lobby.

Aren't we all lucky that we love an artist that doesn't just go out there and play songs exactly the same as they were played on record year after year, because if that were the case there would no reason to keep going back tour after tour.

I really like this direction, slightly dark and edgy. If a new load of songs follow this theme I'll be more than happy.

stillwaiting said:

wonder505 said:

Here's my take. LGC is one of my favorite songs. It has high energy, its like an anthem, so ofcourse I prefer the regular version to the slowed down version. Also its Prince's song, he can do whatever he wants to it. From an artist point of view he probably wanted to do something different and its his right. I'm dont hate the song, but I'm not crazy over it either. Its' alright I guess. However, I don't get all this love for Hannah as a drummer. I just dont see what's so special about her skills. There are so many other female drummers out there that are better. I dont get Prince's attaction to her as a musician, but it is what it is. and for the Orger who compared her to John Blackwell, PLEASE stop that noise!!!!!!!

She's not a bad drummer at all. She probably doesn't belong in Prince's band, but Prince does not follow normal logic. When it comes to band members, he usually wants somebody who will take the smallest paycheck possible. That's his mindset...cheap over quality with Prince every single time. He's still the most amazing artist out there...even if we have to deal with more BS than we should.

Where do you get your informnation that he takes peopel he take the smallest paychecks// Who says that.. Its conjecture on youtr part.. Read the Andrew Gouche interview in Bass Player magazine from sevedral months ago..I beleive he does a wonderful job of talking what Prince pays.. Opinions you are entitled to, facts you are not

stillwaiting said:

When it comes to band members, he usually wants somebody who will take the smallest paycheck possible. That's his mindset...cheap over quality with Prince every single time.

so he's never had any decent band members?

what a load of absolute rubbish

serpan99 said:

MoBetterBliss said:

i don't get all the talk about the drumming

i think she does fine... it fits the music he's doing... not every band suits a blackwell style drummer (don't get me wrong... the man is a genius)... take meg white as an example... incredibly simple stuff that fitted the music perfectly

i don't think john bonham would have suited hendrix... and i didn't think mitch mitchell would have suited zeppelin

prince isn't after an intricate technical funk style right now

music isn't a competition

Between her performance on Jimmy Fallon and this reworking of "Let's Go Crazy", she has my vote.

I would personally like a thicker, louder snare, but that's just my taste.