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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Eye Hate U
Prince Lyrics
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Cause you the one that’s really at fault for my frown
Shit was really over when you handed me the crown
Embraced my dark prince you can’t pain me now
Do you hate me now ?
Cuz now i’m in your face, i know you hear this sound
ChainedTrack the devil is the talk of town
So Every time you hear my name, whatchu think now ?
Don’t be mad i changed, your the reasoned that i changed
You loved me, but still broke i will never love again
Trust issues get worse as i’m closer to the fame
All the sudden everybody claiming up my name
It is what it is, when you pop in this game
I guess these all my niggas now i’m hoping it won’t change
If i’m ever falling down, i hope they’ll still stay
And if they don’t, i’m in love iso anyway
Drowning in my pain, thinking my whole life away
Every moment i’m alone, im closer to the day
When i’m tired of the wait
Fuck the opps they take too long i’ll kill my self today
The lyrics to Prince's song "Eye Hate U" depict a complex mix of emotions and themes, including feelings of resentment, pain, and a desire for revenge. The opening line, "Do you hate me now?", sets the tone for the song, suggesting a sense of betrayal or disappointment. The singer implies that they are not at fault for their current unhappiness and blames the other person for the situation.
The lyrics emphasize the idea that the relationship between the singer and the other person is over, perhaps symbolized by the line "Shit was really over when you handed me the crown." This line could be interpreted as the other person giving up or relinquishing their power or control in the relationship, which marks a turning point for the singer.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of transformation and embracing a darker side. The line "Embraced my dark prince" suggests a willingness to explore and express a different aspect of oneself, possibly as a response to the pain caused by the other person. The singer feels empowered and believes that they cannot be hurt anymore, as expressed in the line "you can't pain me now."
Throughout the song, there's a sense of longing for validation and recognition. The line "Every time you hear my name, whatchu think now?" signifies a desire for the other person to acknowledge the singer's success or achievements. There's also a mention of trust issues and how they have worsened as the singer gets closer to fame. The lyrics reveal a struggle with fame and the complexity of the relationships that come with it.
Overall, "Eye Hate U" captures a blend of pain, resentment, and a desire to move on and find self-validation. The lyrics provide a glimpse into a deeply emotional state of mind, exploring the dynamics of a fractured relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you hate me now ?
Are you currently feeling hatred towards me?
Cause you the one that’s really at fault for my frown
Because you are the primary cause of my sadness
Shit was really over when you handed me the crown
Our relationship was truly done when you gave me control/power
Embraced my dark prince you can’t pain me now
I accepted my inner darkness and refuse to be hurt by you anymore
Do you hate me now ?
Are you currently feeling hatred towards me?
Cuz now i’m in your face, i know you hear this sound
Because now I am directly confronting you and I know you are aware of my presence
ChainedTrack the devil is the talk of town
People are currently gossiping about the controversial actions I have taken
So Every time you hear my name, whatchu think now ?
What thoughts come to your mind whenever you hear my name?
You the one that caused me all this pain
You are the individual responsible for all the suffering I have endured
Don’t be mad i changed, your the reasoned that i changed
Don't be angry that I transformed, you are the reason behind my transformation
You loved me, but still broke i will never love again
Although you claimed to love me, you left me shattered and now I can never love again
Trust issues get worse as i’m closer to the fame
As I become more famous, my lack of trust in others intensifies
All the sudden everybody claiming up my name
Suddenly, everyone is associating themselves with my name
It is what it is, when you pop in this game
This is the reality when you become prominent in this industry
I guess these all my niggas now i’m hoping it won’t change
I suppose these are now my close friends, and I hope our relationship remains unchanged
If i’m ever falling down, i hope they’ll still stay
If I ever face hardships, I hope they will continue to support me
And if they don’t, i’m in love iso anyway
And if they don't, I will still be content in my solitude
Drowning in my pain, thinking my whole life away
Overwhelmed by my suffering, pondering about my entire existence
Every moment i’m alone, im closer to the day
Every instance of solitude brings me closer to the day
When i’m tired of the wait
When I grow weary of waiting
Fuck the opps they take too long i’ll kill my self today
I'm tired of waiting for my enemies to be defeated, I might take my own life today
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Lyrics:
I never thought that you would be the one
After all the things that we've been through
You gave your body to another in the name of fun
I hope you had some, baby, if not - boo hoo
1-It's so sad but I hate you
Like a day without sunshine
It's so bad but I hate you
Cause you're all that's ever on my mind
Honey I hate you
Now every day will be a waste of time
Cause I hate you
I never thought that I could feel this way
To fall in love was a table reserved for fools
Say you're sorry if you want to but it's all in vain
I'm out the door, sweet baby, that's right
We're through
(rpt 1)
(This court is now in session
Will the defendant please rise?
State your name for the court...never mind
You're being charged with one too many counts
Of heartbreaking in the first degree
I don't give a damn about the others
My main concern is you and me)
Your honor, may I call to the stand
My one and only witness?
A girl that knows damn well
She didn't have no damn business
I know what you did, how you did it and who you did it with
So you might as well plead guilty
Cause you sure can't plead the fifth
Now raise your right hand
Do you swear to tell the whole truth
Not the half truth like you used to, so help you God?
Nod your head one time if you hear me
If you don't, I'll have to use the rod
Anything to make you see, that uh, you're gonna miss me
Yeah, you're gonna miss me
(If it pleases the court
I'd like to have the defendant
Place her hands behind her back
So I can tie her up tight and get into the act
The act of showing her how good it used to be
I want it to be so good she falls back into love with me
Close your eyes
I'm gonna cover your ass with this sheet
And I want you to pump your hips like you used to
And baby, you better stay on the beat)
Did you do to your other men
The same things that you did to me?
Right now I hate you so much I want to make love until you see
That it's killin' me baby to be without you
Cause all I ever wanted to do was to be with you
I hate you because I love you
But I can't love you because I hate you...
(ad lib to fade)
Dahlia Bradshaw
Prince's range from falsetto to soprano to tenor was everything 😍 The man was a genius!
There will never, ever be another
Violeta Vika Jeremic
Dahlia Bradshaw : Never, I agree !!!
50ways2leave
Dahlia Bradshaw Yessss! I caught that I was like he is so amazing, not many can do that
Oscar Pacheco
Totally agree with you!
inquizative44
Then he picks up the guitar!!
A D
That's why soft and wet is one of my favorite songs his range is crazy
Ana Santos
People think this song is about hate. It's actually a love song. It's about loving someone so much that it's impossible to hate them despite their transgressions. Only Prince can write a beautiful love song about his spiritual equal and people will get confused about what he's actually saying. Love is forever. Hate what is evil. LOVE GOD.
Redd Ruby
I guess you haven't heard the long version. There's nothing loving about saying you'd put a woman on the corner so she can pay you back the money she owes you.
Art Full
Jade Ruby mmmmm interesting, there was anger in Prince at the time maybe
Dylan Casper
He wrote this song after finding out Carmen Electra cheated on him when she went back to L.A. for a visit. When she returned to P.P., he called her into the studio, played this song for her, gave her a one way ticket back to LA and then walked out of the recording studio.
(Mic Drop)