Born and raised in Minneapolis, Prince signed a record deal with Warner Bros. Records at the age of 19, soon releasing the albums For You (1978) and Prince (1979). He went on to achieve critical success with the influential albums Dirty Mind (1980), Controversy (1981), and 1999 (1982). His sixth album, Purple Rain (1984), was recorded with his new backing band the Revolution, and was also the soundtrack to the film of the same name in which he starred. Purple Rain garnered continued success for Prince and was a major commercial achievement, spending six consecutive months atop the Billboard 200 chart. The soundtrack also won Prince the Academy Award for Best Original Song Score. After disbanding the Revolution, Prince released the album Sign o' the Times (1987), widely hailed by critics as the greatest work of his career. In the midst of a contractual dispute with Warner Bros. in 1993, he changed his stage name to the unpronounceable symbol logo. Hollow circle above downward arrow crossed with a curlicued horn-shaped symbol and then a short bar (known to fans as the "Love Symbol") and was often referred to as The Artist Formerly Known as Prince (or TAFKAP) or simply The Artist.
After signing with Arista Records in 1998, Prince reverted to his original name in 2000. Over the next decade, six of his albums entered the U.S. top 10 charts. In April 2016, at the age of 57, Prince died after accidentally overdosing on fentanyl at his Paisley Park home and recording studio in Chanhassen, Minnesota. He was a prolific musician who released 39 albums during his life, with a vast array of unreleased material left in a custom-built bank vault underneath his home after his death, including fully completed albums and over 50 finished music videos. He also released songs under multiple pseudonyms during his life, as well as writing songs that were made popular after being covered by other musicians, most notably "Nothing Compares 2 U" by Sinéad O'Connor and "Manic Monday" by the Bangles. Estimates of the complete number of songs written by Prince range anywhere from 500 to well over 1,000. Released posthumously, his demo albums Piano and a Microphone 1983 (2018) and Originals (2019) both received critical acclaim.
Prince sold over 100 million records worldwide, ranking him among the best-selling music artists of all time. His awards included the Grammy President's Merit Award, the American Music Awards for Achievement and of Merit, the Billboard Icon Award, an Academy Award, and a Golden Globe Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the UK Music Hall of Fame in 2006, and the Rhythm and Blues Music Hall of Fame in 2016, and was inducted twice into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame in 2022.
Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prince_(musician)
Studio albums
For You (1978)
Prince (1979)
Dirty Mind (1980)
Controversy (1981)
1999 (1982)
Purple Rain (1984)
Around the World in a Day (1985)
Parade (1986)
Sign o' the Times (1987)
Lovesexy (1988)
Batman (1989)
Graffiti Bridge (1990)
Diamonds and Pearls (1991)
Love Symbol (1992)
Come (1994)
The Black Album (1994)
The Gold Experience (1995)
Chaos and Disorder (1996)
Emancipation (1996)
Crystal Ball (1998)
The Truth (1998)
The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale (1999)
Rave Un2 the Joy Fantastic (1999)
The Rainbow Children (2001)
One Nite Alone... (2002)
Xpectation (2003)
N·E·W·S (2003)
The Chocolate Invasion (2004)
The Slaughterhouse (2004)
Musicology (2004)
3121 (2006)
Planet Earth (2007)
Lotusflow3r (2009)
MPLSound (2009)
20Ten (2010)
Plectrumelectrum (2014)
Art Official Age (2014)
HITnRUN Phase One (2015)
HITnRUN Phase Two (2015)
Posthumous releases:
Piano and a Microphone 1983 (2018)
Originals (2019)
Welcome 2 America (2021)
Prince also released two albums credited to Madhouse, three albums credited to the New Power Generation, and one credited to the N.P.G. Orchestra:
Madhouse:
8 (1987)
16 (1987)
The New Power Generation:
Goldnigga (1993)
Exodus (1995)
Newpower Soul (1998)
The N.P.G. Orchestra:
Kamasutra (1997)
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A Night In Tunisia
Prince Lyrics
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I'm tryna do all the shit that he can't
I'm tryna ball and stack this money til it's taller than Kevin Durant
No I don't wanna control you
I'm tryna pull up and hold you
Make niggas scared to approach you
Ima step like a nigga supposed to
I ain't like none of yo Ex's baby
I wanna be ya sun after the rain
Tryna pull up wit flowers and brighten ya day
No I don't wanna control you
Im tryna pull up and hold you
Make niggas scared to approach you
Ima step like a nigga supposed to
Let me be the one you talk to
The one that you close you
Im the type to send a pretzel emoji when Im tryna fold you
How you with a nigga but he never there for none of the shit that you go through
I wanna be your go to
I wanna lay you down like vocals
Vocals on ProTools
I wanna be the main nigga that do all the shit that he can't
Ima be patient
Ima just sit there and listen to you when you go on a rant
I want you to fuck with me baby
Heavily
You don't need nobody else
You know they gone talk about you
If you ask em' for something
So come to me when you need help
I'm tryna be ya favorite baby
I'm tryna do all the shit that he can't
I'm tryna ball and stack this money til it's taller than Kevin Durant
No I don't wanna control you
I'm tryna pull up and hold you
Make niggas scared to approach you
Ima step like a nigga supposed to
I ain't like none of yo Ex's baby
It's too many games that I don't wanna play
I wanna be ya sun after the rain
Tryna pull up wit flowers and brighten ya day
No I don't wanna control you
I'm tryna pull up and hold you
Make niggas scared to approach you
Ima step like a nigga supposed to
In Prince's song "A Night In Tunisia," the lyrics describe a person's desire to become their partner's favorite and do everything that their previous partner couldn't. They want to excel in all aspects of their relationship, including being financially successful and providing more than their partner's previous partner, aligning themselves with the basketball player Kevin Durant's towering presence. The singer emphasizes that they have no intention of controlling their partner but rather want to support and protect them, making others fearful of approaching them and fulfilling their role as a proper partner should.
The lyrics further express the singer's uniqueness compared to their partner's past relationships. They are tired of playing games and want to be a source of comfort for their partner, eager to be there for them in times of need and bring positivity and light into their life. The singer even mentions using playful emojis to convey their affection and make their partner feel special. They express a desire to be the one their partner confides in, the one they trust and depend on.
The singer acknowledges that their partner is currently with someone else, but they highlight the lack of involvement and support from this other person during their partner's difficult moments. They want to step up and be the primary person in their partner's life, fulfilling all the responsibilities that their current partner can't or won't. The singer is willing to be patient, patiently listening to their partner's rants and being their rock of support. They want their partner to prioritize them, not needing anyone else's help or approval, as they know others will speak negatively about their partner if they reach out for assistance.
Overall, the lyrics demonstrate the singer's deep desire to become their partner's favorite person and provide them with everything their past relationships lacked. They are determined to be there for their partner, both emotionally and materially, and want to establish a strong bond that makes others envious. The singer aims to show their partner that they don't want to control them but to genuinely care for and be an irreplaceable presence in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm tryna be ya favorite baby
I aspire to be your favorite person, your top choice.
I'm tryna do all the shit that he can't
I want to engage in activities and fulfill your desires that your current partner is unable to.
I'm tryna ball and stack this money til it's taller than Kevin Durant
I aim to achieve financial success and accumulate wealth to a level that surpasses that of the basketball player Kevin Durant.
No I don't wanna control you
I have no desire to exert control or manipulate you.
I'm tryna pull up and hold you
I want to arrive and embrace you, providing comfort and support.
Make niggas scared to approach you
I intend to intimidate and deter other men from approaching you.
Ima step like a nigga supposed to
I will act in a manner that aligns with societal expectations of how a man should behave.
I ain't like none of yo Ex's baby
I am unlike any of your previous partners, dear.
It's too many games that I don't wanna play
I am not interested in participating in manipulative or deceitful behaviors commonly found in romantic relationships.
I wanna be ya sun after the rain
I desire to bring happiness and brightness into your life, serving as a source of warmth and comfort after difficult times.
Tryna pull up wit flowers and brighten ya day
I aim to arrive with a gesture of giving you flowers, bringing joy and positivity to your day.
Let me be the one you talk to
Allow me to be the person you confide in and share your thoughts with.
The one that you close you
I want to be the person you can rely on and trust wholeheartedly.
Im the type to send a pretzel emoji when Im tryna fold you
I possess the tendency to send a pretzel emoji as a playful way of expressing my desire to engage with you intimately or metaphorically 'fold' you into my life.
How you with a nigga but he never there for none of the shit that you go through
Why are you with a man who is consistently absent and fails to support you in any of the challenges you face?
I wanna be your go to
I want to be your reliable source of support and the first person you turn to.
I wanna lay you down like vocals
I desire to intimately connect with you physically, comparing it to the delicate laying down of vocal tracks in music production.
Vocals on ProTools
Similar to the process of refining and perfecting vocals using digital audio workstations like ProTools, I want to enhance our intimate moments.
I wanna be the main nigga that do all the shit that he can't
I strive to be the primary person who fulfills your desires and provides experiences that your current partner cannot.
Ima be patient
I will exhibit patience and understanding in our relationship.
Ima just sit there and listen to you when you go on a rant
I will attentively listen to you when you express your frustrations or share your thoughts with passion.
I want you to fuck with me baby
I desire for you to be intimately and emotionally involved with me, dear.
Heavily
I want you to be deeply and fully engaged with me.
You don't need nobody else
You do not require anyone else in your life to fulfill your needs.
You know they gone talk about you
You are aware that people will gossip and spread rumors about you.
If you ask em' for something
If you were to request something from them
So come to me when you need help
Therefore, seek my assistance and support when you are in need.
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Written by: Jamier Hill
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