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.
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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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Incense And Candles
Prince Lyrics
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So I could get somebody to play this song
The jam that's got a beat like it's making love
Cause you're the only one I've been thinking of
Come into my room of incense and candles
I got something you won't know how to handle
I'ma want it all night long
I'm glad that we're compatible. mature and grown
Cause this is not something you can do alone
There's a dance floor but we can use a table
I got to have a partner that's willing and able
Once you try to seduce me it grows and grows
You're mind will never deny what you're body knows
I know you want to take off all you're clothes
But please don't do it
I got a cool idea my darling;
Let's go outside
I wanna smother you with something shiny as the rims upon my ride
I want to look for the milky way and when I find it
I'm gonna make you scream my name as if it was divine (Prince)
But we both know that we gotta praise the one who made ya
Give props to you're mama for the healthy food she must have gave ya
For the meek at heart these words they might sound like a sinner
But the truth is that you're sitting on every one of you're dinners
But that's fine cause I'm blind
About as blind as a cat in the dark
It might come at to in the morning
After roaming in the park
Hard to understand always changing plans
Harder then hell to handle
One scent alone make it worth you're while
The price of Prince's candle
Circles of flowers or pyramids of sand
Violet colored diamonds
You got to understand
Incense and candles
Wherever you can
You got to make this woman
Lust for this man
Come into my room of incense and candles
I got something that you won't know how to handle
You can tell me uh-uh, but you know how this man do
I'ma want it want it all night long [Repeat: x4]
The song "Incense and Candles" by Prince is an R&B track that focuses on seduction and sexual desire. The song opens with Prince expressing his anticipation for his love interest to arrive, so he can play a jam with a beat that's reminiscent of lovemaking. His love interest is the only one he has been thinking about and wants to be intimate with her in his room full of candles and incense. He knows that he'll want it all night long, and he's happy that they're both compatible, grown and mature, because a moment like this couldn't be handled alone. The song speaks about the power of seduction and how even though the mind may deny it, the body knows what it wants, and the feelings will grow and grow.
Prince also introduces the concept of going outside and looking for the Milky Way, then returning to his room to continue the seduction. He encourages everyone to give praise to those that made them who they are today, from their mothers who gave them healthy food, to the people who created their favorite scents. The lyrics also mention various shapes and colors that evoke a sense of indulgence and luxury, such as circles of flowers, pyramids of sand, and violet-colored diamonds. Overall, the song is a tribute to the power of seduction and the sensuality that comes with it.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been waiting for you baby all night long
I've been eagerly anticipating your arrival for hours.
So I could get somebody to play this song
I've been waiting to find someone to play this particular song for.
The jam that's got a beat like it's making love
This song has a rhythm that feels intimate.
Cause you're the only one I've been thinking of
You are the only person I have been thinking about all day.
Come into my room of incense and candles
Enter my space where I've lit incense and candles to create a sensual atmosphere.
I got something you won't know how to handle
I have a surprise that will be new and exciting to you.
You can tell me uh-uh but you know how this man do
You might say no, but you know I have a way of persuading you.
I'ma want it all night long
I want to keep going and going all night.
I'm glad that we're compatible, mature and grown
I'm happy that we share similar perspectives and are willing to explore each other's desires.
Cause this is not something you can do alone
This requires a partner to fully experience and enjoy it.
There's a dance floor but we can use a table
We don't need to go to a club, we can create our own private space at home.
I got to have a partner that's willing and able
I need someone who is open to trying new things and can keep up with me all night.
Once you try to seduce me it grows and grows
Once we start getting intimate, the feelings intensify and build upon each other.
You're mind will never deny what you're body knows
Your mind may hesitate, but your body never lies about what feels good.
I know you want to take off all you're clothes
I understand that you want to be spontaneous and free with me.
But please don't do it
However, we should take our time and enjoy each other's presence before rushing into anything.
I got a cool idea my darling;
I have a fun and exciting idea for us to try,
Let's go outside
Let's go out to nature and explore the beauty around us.
I wanna smother you with something shiny as the rims upon my ride
I want to lavish you with gifts as impressive as the rims on my car.
I want to look for the milky way and when I find it
I want to go stargazing with you and show you how beautiful the universe can be.
I'm gonna make you scream my name as if it was divine (Prince)
I want to please you to the point where you call out my name as if it was holy.
But we both know that we gotta praise the one who made ya
We should acknowledge the higher power that brought us together and gave us the ability to enjoy each other.
Give props to you're mama for the healthy food she must have gave ya
We should also appreciate the people in our lives who help us stay healthy and happy.
For the meek at heart these words they might sound like a sinner
Some people may find our desires risque and morally questionable.
But the truth is that you're sitting on every one of you're dinners
The reality is that we are in control of our own lives and decisions.
But that's fine cause I'm blind
But that's okay because I'm willing to take risks and enjoy life.
About as blind as a cat in the dark
I am willing to take a chance and face the unknown.
It might come at to in the morning
We might stay up until the early hours of the morning enjoying each other's company.
After roaming in the park
After exploring the beauty of nature around us.
Hard to understand always changing plans
I might be difficult to anticipate or predict, but that's part of who I am.
Harder then hell to handle
I can be a lot to handle because of my unpredictable nature and adventurous spirit.
One scent alone make it worth you're while
Just one aroma from my candles is enough to make our time together special and rewarding.
The price of Prince's candle
The value we receive from spending time together is comparable to the richness and quality of Prince's musical legacy.
Circles of flowers or pyramids of sand
I am open to exploring different forms of beauty, whether its natural or man-made.
Violet colored diamonds
I appreciate the unique and rare qualities of things, such as violet diamonds.
You got to understand
You need to know and appreciate what makes me who I am.
Incense and candles
The use of incense and candles helps create an intimate and sensual atmosphere.
Wherever you can
We can use this technique anywhere we want to create a special and romantic mood.
You got to make this woman
You have the power to create an experience that will satisfy me as a woman.
Lust for this man
You can create a deep desire and yearning within me for your physical presence and affection.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PRINCE ROGERS NELSON
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