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 SinΓ©ad 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)
NΒ·EΒ·WΒ·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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Get It Up
Prince Lyrics
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Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, edsel back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, edsel back
Still fresh i am a get back
Go high without respect
Like a flash run on track
Say on beat edsel lit
Rhyme on beat make a lit
What you can do, what you can do
What you can do, yo.. what you can a do
Hello.. hello.. edsel prince let's go
Hello.. hello.. everybody let's go
I don't mellow i don't nego
I say hello you say hello
Looking up for me, looking up for me, looking up for me
Looking up for me, looking up for me, looking up for me
Looking up for me, looking up for me
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, edsel back
One plan two plan three plan
Understand me please stand
Edsel prince back in the game
Everybody please stand
What you say now... hey what you say now
What you say now... hey what you say now
What you say now... hey what you say now
What you say now... hey what you say now
Looking up for me, looking up for me, looking up for me
Looking up for me, looking up for me, looking up for me
Looking up for me, looking up for me
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, edsel back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Get it back, get it back, edsel back
Looking up for me, looking up for me, looking up for me
Looking up for me, looking up for me, looking up for me
Looking up for me, looking up for me
The lyrics of "Get It Up" by Prince seem to be about getting back in the game and reclaiming one's power and confidence. The repetition of "Get it back" emphasizes the determination and drive to regain something that was lost. The specific mention of "edsel back" may be a reference to the Edsel car, which was a commercial failure and a symbol of disappointment. However, in this context, it could be interpreted as a symbol of redemption or turning things around.
The lyrics also seem to encourage unity and support from others, with Prince calling out for everyone to "please stand". The repetition of "looking up for me" could imply that the singer is seeking validation and recognition from others, but it could also be interpreted as a reminder to look up and remember one's own worth and potential.
Overall, the lyrics of "Get It Up" are upbeat and motivational, urging listeners to persevere and strive for success.
Line by Line Meaning
Get it back, get it back, get it back
Repeating the phrase "get it back" multiple times as a call to action or motivation to reclaim something that has been lost or taken away.
Get it back, get it back, edsel back
The use of the name "edsel" is likely a reference to the Edsel automobile, which was a commercial failure. The phrase "edsel back" could signify the desire to revive or bring back something that failed or was rejected.
Back back edsel prince back
A self-referential line that could imply the return of Prince, also known as the "Prince of Funk," and possibly the return of his musical style or influence.
Still fresh i am a get back
Asserting that despite time passing or challenges faced, the artist is still relevant and capable of reclaiming what was lost.
Go high without respect
The phrase "go high" could mean to rise above the situation, while "without respect" could signify a disregard for the opinions or criticisms of others.
Like a flash run on track
Comparing the singer's ability to reclaim what was lost to the speed and precision of a flash of lightning running on a track.
Say on beat edsel lit
The use of the popular slang term "lit" could signify the singer's confidence in their ability to reclaim what was lost, and "on beat" could suggest their musical talent.
Rhyme on beat make a lit
Repeating the previous phrase, possibly to emphasize the importance of staying true to one's artistic talents and abilities.
What you can do, what you can do
A rhetorical question that could imply a challenge or a dare to the listener to prove their own ability or worth.
Hello.. hello.. edsel prince let's go
A call to action, possibly to the artist's fans or followers, to join with them and take action towards the goal of reclaiming what was lost or rejected.
Hello.. hello.. everybody let's go
Expanding the call to action to include all listeners or participants.
I don't mellow i don't nego
Asserting that the artist is not willing to compromise or settle, and instead is fully committed to their goal.
I say hello you say hello
A simple call-and-response phrase that could be used to generate enthusiasm or participation from the listener.
Looking up for me, looking up for me, looking up for me
Repeating the phrase multiple times to emphasize the idea of others looking towards the singer for guidance or inspiration.
One plan two plan three plan
Suggesting that the singer has multiple plans or strategies to achieve their goal of reclaiming what was lost.
Understand me please stand
Asking the listener to fully comprehend the artist's message or goal, and to join with them in taking action towards it.
What you say now... hey what you say now
Repeating the phrase from earlier, possibly as a reminder to the listener to take action or to respond to the artist's challenge.
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Written by: edsel prince, Muhammad Muna
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@FCBalletTheatre
Prince is always in my heart .
I literally choreographed so many dances to the Prince 90's.
@art7085
dear Maestroππ
I follow you on instagram and tik tok
@janedough5845
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@ZacV47
Iβm sorry but how does this comment have 10k likes after 1 week, when some comments from a couple years ago barely have 1k, and this comment only has like 3 replies?
@Blueluise
Nelson, tea please
@lumiere7216
@MarthaE IKR?!? Like I always wondered if Prince did his own choreography or did someone else or what was the deal. I need details please.
@maximummatt73
For any normal person, this place is like the most epic party/concert/orgy ever, but for Prince, this is just Thursday.
@HeyouCrow
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@stldsfine
I'm sure at one point art did imitate real life lol...
@nicolemiller7760
The fact that it was a weekday for him...and that I can believe that...