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PrintableSueme said: How many really answered the call when he wanted them to sign a petition so he could get his masters? How many are quick to file complaints to the BBB against his business?
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Awesome! I hope you haven't washed your hand! (There might still be some DNA left!  )
Back in the day when I used to work in the Village (NYC) I always said that if Prince ever came into the store that would be the day I lost my job! There was no way I was going to miss an opportunity like that! Unfortunately, he never stopped in.  But I did get a member of Menudo's autograph!  I also made small talk with and got autographs from Phyllis Hyman, and Shannon ("Let The Music Play") among others. | |
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UptownDeb said: Awesome! I hope you haven't washed your hand! (There might still be some DNA left!
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Back in the day when I used to work in the Village (NYC) I always said that if Prince ever came into the store that would be the day I lost my job! There was no way I was going to miss an opportunity like that! Unfortunately, he never stopped in. But I did get a member of Menudo's autograph! I also made small talk with and got autographs from Phyllis Hyman, and Shannon ("Let The Music Play") among others.Sad about Phyllis, I hope you kept that autograph 
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Sueme said: Pluv said: No, not at all...I think it was rather sweet. Prince has a wonderful sense of humor, and is very polite. He is moody at times, and can be arrogant at times as well, but he is entiled to those moments just like all of us. No, he's not entitled to those moments. He's a public figure and whenever he's out in public he should have his game face on, prepared to be polite or at civil to his adoring public. A truly humble man would never be moody or arrogant to the people who love him and made it possible for him to live the life of a king. Larry still has a lot of work to do as far as teaching Prince. Hey ihe's just a human being... I spotted him onece in Frankfurt and he gave me such a braid smile!!! He doen'st have to feel obliged to shake everybody's hands... He has human reactions of arrogance etc... What would you do in his position? Does being a public figure requires to give up your "hulanity"...? "Goodness will guide us when love is inside of us... The Force will be with you, always" | |
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Baby Snapz, time to be hitting the club scene! Someone needs to tell him that Paisley Park is rusting out... ^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^*^
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Batdance said: A friend of mine who used to love Prince spoke to him once and he ignored her, walked away as if she was nothing.
She was deeply hurt by the snub because she had recently had a death in her family and was depressed. My friend went to see Prince because she really did love him and thought seeing him and hearing his music would help her spirits. She had collected Prince memoriabilia for years, waited a long time to meet and speak with him. She spoke to him at one of the soundchecks and he ignored her. Whenever I talk to her about Prince now it's not the same. I can tell that the love she had for him is gone. maybe it was just bad day for him...or he simply didn't hear her. I met saw eve once at a party (the rave release party in miami, actually) and said "hi" but she just passed right by me. then at a different party, here in philly, she was much more friendly and talkative. It just depends. either way, that does stink for your friend. | |
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rinz2cool said: I seen Prince & Larry G at the Cabooze Bar checkin' out the Greazy Meal gig Friday night! I got to shake his hand and tell him "I love you." He gave me a big smile and said "Thank you." This was the first time I had got to say anything or even touch him. It was too cool!! Made my night!!
*** Congratulations. That's great to hear. I was just a few feet away from him at 'The Click' nightclub in London after the opening ONA night in the UK. I didn't speak to him but he appeared very friendly and approachable. I'm sure Prince was very flattered by your compliment and I would urge you not to let anyone here try to spoil your experience. Anyway, did Prince and Larry look like they were having a good time? It's not everyday that you catch those two in a club is it? | |
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That's cool! I'm glad he was nice to you. I think you really have to catch him in the right mood.
I never wanted to meet him. But then I did. And surprisingly, it was an overall good and interesting experience. The only thing was, I kinda forgot to tell him how his music is one of my favorite things about my life, and while I'm sure that was obvious from the NPGMC member thing around my neck, I still kind of wish I had mentioned it, just out of respect. In retrospect, it was an honor to meet one of the great musicians of our time. At that moment, though, it just didn't feel that monumental, so I didn't do any gushing. I told him why he was wrong about god instead. Next time he sees me he'll probably call security. 
Really, I can hardly blame him if he sometimes doesn't want to talk to fans. Being famous must get very, very old sometimes. | |
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Pluv said: No, not at all...I think it was rather sweet. Prince has a wonderful sense of humor, and is very polite. He is moody at times, and can be arrogant at times as well, but he is entiled to those moments just like all of us. Sueme said: No, he's not entitled to those moments. He's a public figure and whenever he's out in public he should have his game face on, prepared to be polite or at civil to his adoring public. A truly humble man would never be moody or arrogant to the people who love him and made it possible for him to live the life of a king. Larry still has a lot of work to do as far as teaching Prince. Well good lawd...Prince didnt blow himself up to stardom...the "fans" put him there. Prince just wanted to play his music and let his talents shine... He is not one to just give the public or music industry what they "want"...he has always did what Prince was moved to do for HIM...not cuz its expected from him... Thats why half the people like him so... but when he moves away from "what you want"... STILL doing HIS own thing then some get all uptight... and he has every right not to want to be bothered at times... Just because he steps foot out of his house does not make him mine nor yours... Prince is at work when he is on stage...THATS where he is expected to perform... other then that, if he chooses to interact with a stranger, then thats up to him...at times when he chooses not to then thats up to him as well... just like you and I and all of us.  
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Revolution said: Damn, he's still hangin' with Larry???
 Man, that's all I've been thinking about too. Larry...   | |
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Pluv said: Pluv said: No, not at all...I think it was rather sweet. Prince has a wonderful sense of humor, and is very polite. He is moody at times, and can be arrogant at times as well, but he is entiled to those moments just like all of us. Sueme said: No, he's not entitled to those moments. He's a public figure and whenever he's out in public he should have his game face on, prepared to be polite or at civil to his adoring public. A truly humble man would never be moody or arrogant to the people who love him and made it possible for him to live the life of a king. Larry still has a lot of work to do as far as teaching Prince. Well good lawd...Prince didnt blow himself up to stardom...the "fans" put him there. Prince just wanted to play his music and let his talents shine... He is not one to just give the public or music industry what they "want"...he has always did what Prince was moved to do for HIM...not cuz its expected from him... Thats why half the people like him so... but when he moves away from "what you want"... STILL doing HIS own thing then some get all uptight... and he has every right not to want to be bothered at times... Just because he steps foot out of his house does not make him mine nor yours... Prince is at work when he is on stage...THATS where he is expected to perform... other then that, if he chooses to interact with a stranger, then thats up to him...at times when he chooses not to then thats up to him as well... just like you and I and all of us. Did you read what the poster said? He/she said his friend was at a SOUNDCHECK. That means Prince was being an asshole to an NPGMC member who tried to speak to him at a soundcheck. | |
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Pluv said: No, not at all...I think it was rather sweet. Prince has a wonderful sense of humor, and is very polite. He is moody at times, and can be arrogant at times as well, but he is entiled to those moments just like all of us. Sueme said: No, he's not entitled to those moments. He's a public figure and whenever he's out in public he should have his game face on, prepared to be polite or at civil to his adoring public. A truly humble man would never be moody or arrogant to the people who love him and made it possible for him to live the life of a king. Larry still has a lot of work to do as far as teaching Prince. Pluv said: Well good lawd...Prince didnt blow himself up to stardom...the "fans" put him there. Prince just wanted to play his music and let his talents shine... He is not one to just give the public or music industry what they "want"...he has always did what Prince was moved to do for HIM...not cuz its expected from him... Thats why half the people like him so... but when he moves away from "what you want"... STILL doing HIS own thing then some get all uptight... and he has every right not to want to be bothered at times... Just because he steps foot out of his house does not make him mine nor yours... Prince is at work when he is on stage...THATS where he is expected to perform... other then that, if he chooses to interact with a stranger, then thats up to him...at times when he chooses not to then thats up to him as well... just like you and I and all of us. Sueme said: Did you read what the poster said? He/she said his friend was at a SOUNDCHECK. That means Prince was being an asshole to an NPGMC member who tried to speak to him at a soundcheck. ***Well, what I was responding to was what you had wrote. I wasnt addressing the soundcheck post at all within my response...regarding the soundcheck incident, read daysofwild post above...I do believe that covers it.
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Pluv said: Pluv said: No, not at all...I think it was rather sweet. Prince has a wonderful sense of humor, and is very polite. He is moody at times, and can be arrogant at times as well, but he is entiled to those moments just like all of us. Sueme said: No, he's not entitled to those moments. He's a public figure and whenever he's out in public he should have his game face on, prepared to be polite or at civil to his adoring public. A truly humble man would never be moody or arrogant to the people who love him and made it possible for him to live the life of a king. Larry still has a lot of work to do as far as teaching Prince. Pluv said: Well good lawd...Prince didnt blow himself up to stardom...the "fans" put him there. Prince just wanted to play his music and let his talents shine... He is not one to just give the public or music industry what they "want"...he has always did what Prince was moved to do for HIM...not cuz its expected from him... Thats why half the people like him so... but when he moves away from "what you want"... STILL doing HIS own thing then some get all uptight... and he has every right not to want to be bothered at times... Just because he steps foot out of his house does not make him mine nor yours... Prince is at work when he is on stage...THATS where he is expected to perform... other then that, if he chooses to interact with a stranger, then thats up to him...at times when he chooses not to then thats up to him as well... just like you and I and all of us. Sueme said: Did you read what the poster said? He/she said his friend was at a SOUNDCHECK. That means Prince was being an asshole to an NPGMC member who tried to speak to him at a soundcheck. ***Well, what I was responding to was what you had wrote. I wasnt addressing the soundcheck post at all within my response...regarding the soundcheck incident, read daysofwild post above...I do believe that covers it. You specifically said that when Prince is on stage he is at work. He is a performer doing his job. Fine. Part of "his work" on this tour included inviting fans to soundchecks. You're going on as if Prince was approached at dinner or somebody asked for his autograph in the toilet or something. Why are you directing me to daysofwild's post? If you're going to jump into a thread and argue a point, make your own point, don't rely on somebody else to make it for you. | |
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daysofwild said: What right does anyone have to expect/demand Prince put on his "game face" and be a certain way in public? He's a performer, not a politician!
People expect too much sometimes... not only does Prince offer your favorite musical experiences, now, he's gotta be your best friend? It's easy to feel that you "know" Prince - having related through music over the years - but he doesn't really know you. Leave the brother alone if he's on a personal retreat having dinner, for example. Also, this thread highlights something regarding soundchecks: people would get in there and want a social hour. Often times, Prince would indeed initiate discussion, with members, and that's great; other times it was about listening to the band. He may not have heard a particular comment, especially if focused on something else and wearing in-ear monitors. Don't take everything personally, instead, look forward to the next installment of music.Is it really such a bother for Prince Nelson to say a kind word to a member of his music club who is speaking to him at a soundcheck? If it is, he needs to put that Bible down and stop faking that he's a man of God. | |
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Pluv said: No, not at all...I think it was rather sweet. Prince has a wonderful sense of humor, and is very polite. He is moody at times, and can be arrogant at times as well, but he is entiled to those moments just like all of us. Sueme said: No, he's not entitled to those moments. He's a public figure and whenever he's out in public he should have his game face on, prepared to be polite or at civil to his adoring public. A truly humble man would never be moody or arrogant to the people who love him and made it possible for him to live the life of a king. Larry still has a lot of work to do as far as teaching Prince. Pluv said: Well good lawd...Prince didnt blow himself up to stardom...the "fans" put him there. Prince just wanted to play his music and let his talents shine... He is not one to just give the public or music industry what they "want"...he has always did what Prince was moved to do for HIM...not cuz its expected from him... Thats why half the people like him so... but when he moves away from "what you want"... STILL doing HIS own thing then some get all uptight... and he has every right not to want to be bothered at times... Just because he steps foot out of his house does not make him mine nor yours... Prince is at work when he is on stage...THATS where he is expected to perform... other then that, if he chooses to interact with a stranger, then thats up to him...at times when he chooses not to then thats up to him as well... just like you and I and all of us. Sueme said: Did you read what the poster said? He/she said his friend was at a SOUNDCHECK. That means Prince was being an asshole to an NPGMC member who tried to speak to him at a soundcheck. Pluv said: ***Well, what I was responding to was what you had wrote. I wasnt addressing the soundcheck post at all within my response...regarding the soundcheck incident, read daysofwild post above...I do believe that covers it. Sueme said: You specifically said that when Prince is on stage he is at work. He is a performer doing his job. Fine. Part of "his work" on this tour included inviting fans to soundchecks. You're going on as if Prince was approached at dinner or somebody asked for his autograph in the toilet or something. Why are you directing me to daysofwild's post? If you're going to jump into a thread and argue a point, make your own point, don't rely on somebody else to make it for you. good greif!!!...ummm, i did not feel the need to repeat something that had already been said correctly to begin with...daysofwild said it perfectly.
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Sueme said: You specifically said that when Prince is on stage he is at work. He is a performer doing his job. Fine. Part of "his work" on this tour included inviting fans to soundchecks. You're going on as if Prince was approached at dinner or somebody asked for his autograph in the toilet or something. Why are you directing me to daysofwild's post? If you're going to jump into a thread and argue a point, make your own point, don't rely on somebody else to make it for you.
*** OK...imma take time out and explain this... heres how it went down: starbass responded to this...(which was the original post) rinz2cool said: I seen Prince & Larry G at the Cabooze Bar checkin' out the Greazy Meal gig Friday night! I got to shake his hand and tell him "I love you." He gave me a big smile and said "Thank you." This was the first time I had got to say anything or even touch him. It was too cool!! Made my night!! starbass response to the above was : starbass said: Is there anyone else around here that thinks the original poster is a real saddo. I would love to know what goes through Prince's mind when someome he has never ever met before tells him they "love him" and I bet its not "Thank You".
And no before you start spitting venoim..I'm not jealous..I listen to his music I see him live..I have no wish to meet him. ***Then here is where I came in...I responded to starbass post: Pluv said: No, not at all...I think it was rather sweet.
Prince has a wonderful sense of humor, and is very polite. He is moody at times, and can be arrogant at times as well, but he is entiled to those moments just like all of us. With Larry by his side makes him most humble...it was the perfect opportunity, and she took it. Yea You rinz2cool *** now this is where you come in...You responded to my above post: Sume said: No, he's not entitled to those moments. He's a public figure and whenever he's out in public he should have his game face on, prepared to be polite or at civil to his adoring public. A truly humble man would never be moody or arrogant to the people who love him and made it possible for him to live the life of a king. Larry still has a lot of work to do as far as teaching Prince.
***reading this post I took it to say..."Prince is not entitled to display different emotions while out in public... he should always have his,as you say "game face" on when out in public... *** so then I responded to you...(to the above post) Pluv said: Well good lawd...Prince didnt blow himself up to stardom...the "fans" put him there.
Prince just wanted to play his music and let his talents shine... He is not one to just give the public or music industry what they "want"...he has always did what Prince was moved to do for HIM...not cuz its expected from him... Thats why half the people like him so... but when he moves away from "what you want"... STILL doing HIS own thing then some get all uptight... and he has every right not to want to be bothered at times... Just because he steps foot out of his house does not make him mine nor yours... Prince is at work when he is on stage...THATS where he is expected to perform... other then that, if he chooses to interact with a stranger, then thats up to him...at times when he chooses not to then thats up to him as well... just like you and I and all of us. ***meaning...no...the only time people, anyone fame or no fame should have their, as you call it, "game face" on is when they are at work...and when Prince is at work he is on stage...Thats what Prince does for his job...When that stage light goes on, and the audience lites dim down we are now seeing Prince at work...at his Job...thats where his "game face" comes into play...other then that, he does not need his "game face"...nor should anyone expect that of him... Then you responded to me: Sume said: Did you read what the poster said? He/she said his friend was at a SOUNDCHECK. That means Prince was being an asshole to an NPGMC member who tried to speak to him at a soundcheck.
Then I responded back unto you : Pluv said: Well, what I was responding to was what you had wrote. I wasnt addressing the soundcheck post at all within my response...regarding the soundcheck incident, read daysofwild post above...I do believe that covers it. what daysofwild had posted was: daysofwild said: What right does anyone have to expect/demand Prince put on his "game face" and be a certain way in public? He's a performer, not a politician! People expect too much sometimes... not only does Prince offer your favorite musical experiences, now, he's gotta be your best friend? It's easy to feel that you "know" Prince - having related through music over the years - but he doesn't really know you. Leave the brother alone if he's on a personal retreat having dinner, for example. Also, this thread highlights something regarding soundchecks: people would get in there and want a social hour. Often times, Prince would indeed initiate discussion, with members, and that's great; other times it was about listening to the band. He may not have heard a particular comment, especially if focused on something else and wearing in-ear monitors. Don't take everything personally, instead, look forward to the next installment of music. ***In which I thought covered it...but appearently not cuz you responded... Sume said: You specifically said that when Prince is on stage he is at work. He is a performer doing his job. Fine. Part of "his work" on this tour included inviting fans to soundchecks. You're going on as if Prince was approached at dinner or somebody asked for his autograph in the toilet or something. Why are you directing me to daysofwild's post? If you're going to jump into a thread and argue a point, make your own point, don't rely on somebody else to make it for you.
***Now I already made it clear that I hadnt responded nor did I refer to the "soundcheck" post at all. however...now I will answer your comment regarding the soundcheck seneiro... We (meaning the NPGMC people) were invited behind the scenes of a soundcheck...This is pre-show stuff...even thou WE were there, he was still prepareing for his SHOW...the other majority of the people still to come to fill the venue...it was not meant to be an opprtunity for us to have a special show, it was designed for US to see how Prince prepares to get ready for his show. Yes, he engaged in some talk with us, but the man still had to get ready for his show...and what daysofwild stated was exactly in line with my point... on a half note... Prince is a true professionsal when it comes to his job...he is great on stage...His "game face" is on...and he does it well. however, after a performance, or before a performance, or out in public, one can approach him if you like... but dont always have the expectation of the "game face" Prince is gonna be who he is...and he is entiled to that...just like everyone else...hes gonna have his good moments when he is in a good mood...hes gonna have his (leave me alone) moments...hes gonna have his focused rush moments...and hes gonna have his relaxed moments...just like all people have...called feelings/emotions/moods... So, should one approach him if they see him outside of his on stage performance job? sure...go for it...I would. If you catch him in a relax mode...wonderful. but if you catch him in a (i dont wanna be botherd mode) then dont take it personal and get your feelings hurt...its nothing personal, its just a human being having a human being mode... sometimes Im in a relaxed mode and am very friendly to those I pass... other times I am rushed with things on my mind and am focused and dont stop to smell the roses... its a human thing, not just a Prince thing. alrighty then...Im done
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Prince is not a programmed robot. Just wanted to say that   I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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Batdance said: A friend of mine who used to love Prince spoke to him once and he ignored her, walked away as if she was nothing.
She was deeply hurt by the snub because she had recently had a death in her family and was depressed. My friend went to see Prince because she really did love him and thought seeing him and hearing his music would help her spirits. She had collected Prince memoriabilia for years, waited a long time to meet and speak with him. She spoke to him at one of the soundchecks and he ignored her. Whenever I talk to her about Prince now it's not the same. I can tell that the love she had for him is gone. If that had happened to me, I would've taken it personally, too. Being treated like a "nobody" after finally getting a chance to talk to a person you've admired for a long time would hurt anybody's feelings. | |
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I have dreams of hanging out with Prince. We are relaxed and not uptight. I dream about Madonna now and then also. She is alot of fun. I never dream I'm with Michael though. Come to think of it, one of my dreams with Prince we danced. Madonna and I just cut up together. She was like a sister. Prince did'nt have alot of time to hang but he enjoyed our time~ Very Cozy & Warm Feeling & Super Nice~
Madonna dreams were like that also. In Person with either would be too real. I don't know though maybe I wouldn't freeze up. I am 6'2" and would feel funny with P if we didn't see eye 2 eye. Strange But True~ CONGRATULATIONS - RENZ2COOL!!! THATS AWESOME!!! | |
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daysofwild said: Our lives are affected by other people’s actions all the time. You go to a store and have to ask to see an item, from behind the counter - or buy a Cd and spend 5 minutes getting the security seals off - thanks to shoplifters. Go into a public place and have YOUR every move videotaped, thanks to other’s criminal intentions. Likewise, I’m not at all surprised if the celebration and various club activities cease to exist. Overall it was a great concept, yet the more Prince gives, the more people seem to demand. Reportedly, at a recent SOUNDcheck, a lady came up to shake Prince's hand (for which he graciously responded), then, this person tried to pull him off the stage?!? There have been other wack incidents. It's a wonder he isn't leary of all "fans".
Interesting how a thread which started about how Prince made someone's day, saying hello at a club, ends up spreading speculative rumors that he, intentionally, ignored a particular person. So true  I never met you, but I LOVE you & I will forever!! Thank you for being YOU - my little Princey, the best to EVER do it | |
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Is it really such a bother for Prince Nelson to say a kind word to a member of his music club who is speaking to him at a soundcheck? If it is, he needs to put that Bible down and stop faking that he's a man of God.
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"God requires us only to be human"
Human beings can be arrogant - TRUE Prince is a human - TRUE Prince can be arrogant - TRUE Therefore Prince can be arrogant and still be a man of God. TRUE. | |
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