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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Cold Coffee & Cocaine
Prince Lyrics
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Sexy
Yeah
Hit me now
Baby, uh
This the last time, baby
Last time, baby
I eat over at your place, yes
All I get, uh, is this cup of cold coffee and cocaine
And your ugly face, look out
Uh, you can't fuck with that
Sexy in here, uh
Kinda cheesy
Breezy
Uh
Cold coffee and cocaine, how!
Oh lord
Let me see
Let me see now
This the last time, baby
I spend that night, you know what night I'm talking about
Oh, uh, Kinda cheesy, no
Said that's the last night, baby, I spend at your house
Oh lord
Let's see, what rhymes with house?
Yeah, you know what
Oh yes
I'm singing that black mouse
You know which one I'm talking about
I never wanted no woman who had a ready maid, uh
I never wanted a woman, no, that had a ready maid
You know what I'm talking about
What? What?
How?
Oh Lord
What? Why didn't you tell me, baby
You had a little black mouse, uh
Good God
You can't fuck with that
Oh kinda cheesy
What happened, baby?
What happened?
Did, did the Papa, Papa Mouse leave you?
What? Is that my fault, babe?
Is that my fault?
Is it?
Huh?
Is oh, baby
Oh baby
Oh baby
Kinda cheesy
No, breezy, no, oh shit
Good God
Cheesy
Oh little black mouse, how
I don't want no cold coffee and cocaine
I don't want no, yeah, cold coffee, coffee and cocaine, cheesy
You can't, oh Lord
Cold coffee
And cocaine
In "Cold Coffee & Cocaine," Prince uses vivid and provocative imagery to convey a sense of disillusionment and dissatisfaction in a relationship. The song opens with the juxtaposition of cold coffee and cocaine, symbolizing the emptiness and artificiality of the connection. It suggests that the singer is seeking stimulation and excitement but finds only superficial and addictive pleasures.
Prince expresses his frustration with the person he is involved with, describing them as having an "ugly face" and being "kinda cheesy." This could be interpreted as a critique of their superficiality or lack of depth. He emphasizes that this would be the last time he engages with them, metaphorically closing the door on their relationship.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of infidelity, as Prince refers to a "black mouse" that the person he is addressing had. This suggests that the person has been involved with someone else and questions whether it was his fault for their separation. The song closes with the repetition of "cold coffee and cocaine" and the phrase "I don't want no," emphasizing the singer's desire to move away from these empty experiences.
Overall, "Cold Coffee & Cocaine" showcases Prince's ability to use provocative imagery and metaphors to convey his disillusionment with a relationship and his search for deeper connections.
Line by Line Meaning
Cold coffee and cocaine
The combination of a dull and unfulfilling experience (cold coffee) and a dangerous and addictive substance (cocaine)
Sexy
The atmosphere is suggestive and enticing
Yeah
An expression of agreement or enthusiasm
Hit me now
Implying a desire for immediate excitement or pleasure
Baby, uh
Addressing someone affectionately and playfully
This the last time, baby
Declaring that the current situation is the final occurrence
I eat over at your place
Accepting hospitality and dining at the person's residence
Last time, baby
Emphasizing that it's the ultimate occasion
All I get, uh, is this cup of cold coffee and cocaine
Expressing dissatisfaction with the unfulfilling experience and substance received
And your ugly face, look out
Referring to the unattractive or unpleasant aspect of someone's appearance
Uh, you can't fuck with that
Asserting that the combination mentioned is unbeatable or unmatched
Sexy in here, uh
The current environment is filled with sensual and appealing elements
Kinda cheesy
Admitting that the situation may come across as cliche or lacking originality
Breezy
Suggesting a relaxed and carefree atmosphere
Cold coffee and cocaine, how!
An exclamation highlighting the unconventional and unpredictable nature of the combination
Oh lord
An expression of surprise, concern, or awe
Let me see
Requesting to observe or understand something
This the last time, baby
Reiterating that it's the final occasion
I spend that night, you know what night I'm talking about
Referring to a specific evening spent together
Kinda cheesy, no
Acknowledging the potential lack of originality or uniqueness in the situation
Said that's the last night, baby, I spend at your house
Confirming that it is indeed the ultimate night spent at the person's residence
Let's see, what rhymes with house?
Contemplating words that have a similar sound to 'house'
Yeah, you know what
Assuming that the listener understands or can relate to the statement
Oh yes
Expressing affirmation or agreement
I'm singing that black mouse
Metaphorically referring to a troublesome or unwanted presence
You know which one I'm talking about
Assuming the listener is aware of the specific negative presence mentioned
I never wanted no woman who had a ready maid, uh
Declaring a preference for independence and self-sufficiency in a partner
I never wanted a woman, no, that had a ready maid
Reiterating the aversion towards being involved with someone who relies heavily on hired help
What? What?
Expressing confusion or disbelief
How?
Questioning the reasoning behind a particular situation
Oh Lord
An exclamation of surprise, frustration, or disbelief
What? Why didn't you tell me, baby
Expressing surprise and dissatisfaction at not being informed about a certain fact or detail
You had a little black mouse, uh
Realizing that the person had an undesirable presence in their life
Good God
An exclamation of shock, amazement, or frustration
You can't fuck with that
Asserting that the mentioned situation or experience is untouchable or unbeatable
What happened, baby?
Inquiring about the events or circumstances that unfolded
Did, did the Papa, Papa Mouse leave you?
Asking if the troublesome presence mentioned earlier has departed
What? Is that my fault, babe?
Expressing surprise or disbelief at being blamed for the mentioned situation
Is that my fault?
Questioning one's responsibility or culpability in the matter
Huh?
An expression of confusion or needing further clarification
Oh, baby
An affectionate address to the person
Oh baby
Repeating the affectionate address
Oh baby
Continuing the affectionate address
Kinda cheesy
Acknowledging the potential lack of originality or uniqueness in the situation
No, breezy, no, oh shit
Denying the presence of a relaxed and carefree atmosphere, signaling a change in tone or mood
Good God
An exclamation of shock, amazement, or frustration
Cheesy
Referring to the situation as lacking originality or being cliché
Oh little black mouse, how
Expressing surprise or disbelief at the continued presence of the troublesome entity
I don't want no cold coffee and cocaine
Rejecting the unsatisfying experience and addictive substance
I don't want no, yeah, cold coffee, coffee and cocaine, cheesy
Reiterating the rejection of the dull experience and dangerous substance, labelling it as cliché or lacking originality
You can't, oh Lord
Asserting that the combination mentioned is untouchable or unbeatable
Cold coffee
Referring to the unsatisfying experience of receiving a cup of coffee that has gone cold
And cocaine
Referring to the dangerous and addictive substance
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson
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