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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Da
Prince Lyrics
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Prince Xarolina
My ass sitting pretty
The hottest out of the city my ass sitting pretty
Most of these niggas is guilty, bitches trying to lessen me
Who they'll never be, guess they shook I'm unsettling
Fuck around with the Prince you know of my wrist
Blew a bag on a fit
Fuck around with these hips
Known I've been the shit all in my bis might fuck around with a stick
These niggas a miss, I've been a hit, all of my features so sick
Drip designer it's lit all on my fit never know of no trick
But, if they got something to say just know I've been that bitch
Been the realest no (No) snitch
Might pull a dub up real quick
Blowing big o's that's brocolli getting bands rather casually
I know your ex trying to text me, but prince shit ain't messy
Unless you disrespect me but then you know it's on B
Like Ja Rule put it on me
Big sticky like honey bun used to serve at One N' Done
Trying to fuck but won't get none
Only focused on big checks
Stomping hoes out like a T-rex
Better check on my index
Have you dripping like a Pantex
The hottest out of the city my ass sitting pretty
Most of these niggas is guilty, bitches trying to lessen me
Who they'll never be, guess they shook I'm unsettling
Fuck around with the Prince you know of my wrist
Blew a bag on a fit
Yeah, I'm talking zips, my bussy grip
Fuck around with these hips
My bussy grip
The lyrics to Prince's song Da are a bold and confident message from the artist. In the opening lines, Prince asserts that his "ass is sitting pretty" and declares himself to be the "hottest out of the city." He goes on to take aim at those who may try to undermine him, stating that "most of these niggas is guilty, bitches trying to lessen me." He makes it clear that he is not someone to be trifled with, saying that "guess they shook I'm unsettling" and warning that if someone disrespects him, "you know it's on B like Ja Rule put it on me."
Throughout the song, Prince's rhymes are sharp and unapologetic. He boasts of his wealth, his fashion sense, and his sexual prowess. He references his expensive accessories ("you know of my wrist"), his love of marijuana ("blowing big o's that's brocolli"), and his ability to attract women ("trying to fuck but won't get none"). He also asserts his dominance over other rappers, declaring that "I've been a hit, all of my features so sick" and dismissing those who try to challenge him as "niggas a miss."
Overall, Prince's Da is a strong and confident statement of his own worth and power. He is unafraid to assert himself and make his presence known, and he seems determined to prove himself as one of the biggest and most influential artists in the game.
Line by Line Meaning
Sano On The Track
The song is produced by Sano.
Prince Xarolina
The artist Prince Xarolina is performing the song.
My ass sitting pretty
The artist feels confident and successful.
The hottest out of the city my ass sitting pretty
The artist sees themselves as the most successful and popular artist in the area.
Most of these niggas is guilty, bitches trying to lessen me
The artist feels like others are trying to bring them down and feeling guilty for doing so.
Who they'll never be, guess they shook I'm unsettling
The artist is confident that others can never be like them and they intimidate people.
Fuck around with the Prince you know of my wrist
The artist is threatening anyone who messes with them.
Blew a bag on a fit
The artist spent a lot of money on their outfit.
Yeah, I'm talking zips, my bussy grip
The artist is proud of their clothing and their body.
Fuck around with these hips
The artist is confident in their body and their dancing abilities.
Known I've been the shit all in my bis might fuck around with a stick
The artist is confident in their abilities and might even have a weapon to protect themselves.
These niggas a miss, I've been a hit, all of my features so sick
The artist is more successful than others and has better qualities.
Drip designer it's lit all on my fit never know of no trick
The artist is fashionable and knows how to dress well.
But, if they got something to say just know I've been that bitch
The artist is unafraid of what others say about them and is confident in their ability to succeed.
Been the realest no (No) snitch
The artist is truthful and loyal to their friends.
Might pull a dub up real quick
The artist might make a lot of money quickly.
Blowing big o's that's brocolli getting bands rather casually
The artist is casually making a lot of money and is nonchalant about it.
I know your ex trying to text me, but prince shit ain't messy
The artist knows that someone's ex is trying to message them, but they are not interested in causing drama.
Unless you disrespect me but then you know it's on B
The artist will only fight back if someone disrespects them.
Like Ja Rule put it on me
The artist is referencing a line from a Ja Rule song about confrontation.
Big sticky like honey bun used to serve at One N' Done
The artist is comparing their sexual prowess to a sticky sweet food served at a restaurant.
Trying to fuck but won't get none
The artist is not interested in having casual sex with someone.
Only focused on big checks
The artist is primarily interested in making a lot of money.
Stomping hoes out like a T-rex
The artist is using humor to express their dominance over others and their enemies.
Better check on my index
The artist is telling others to be aware of their presence and success.
Have you dripping like a Pantex
The artist can make others feel excited and aroused in their presence.
My bussy grip
The artist is proud of their body and sexual abilities.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Woodrow Ford IV
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@dsmobileauto
2024 who's still here?
@oliviawheeler7436
Still goes hard
@ColtonBalentine
me
@tylerbalesteri7761
Forever bro
@tylerbalesteri7761
I get this stuck in my head
@rodolphozm3299
🇧🇷✌👍
@kennytaylor579
2023 and this song still reminds me of some good times. Wish the world would go back to the way that it was!
@o______-
don't get caught up on the nostalgia of the past, look forward to even better times
@tholeman2700
I agree but we must go Foward but remember the times that u had and keep that and keep on !!!!!
@karsenadams5102
This song still hard, you can’t convince me otherwise.