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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Just as long as we
Prince Lyrics
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I will never try to keep you down
And even if I only see you some of the time
I'm just happy when you come around
And even if the sun don't shine
I'm warm enough when you're in these arms of mine
Just as long as we're together
Everything's alright (everything's alright)
There is nothing that will overcome the love we share,
Nothing that will break us apart
Girl I gotta always have you in my ear,
Gotta always have you in my heart
Oh baby, your place or mine?
I'll get the music, baby, you bring the wine
Just as long as we're together (just as long as we're together)
Oh girl, there's nothin' better (just as long as we're together)
Just as long as we're together
Everything's alright (everything's alright)
Everything's alright (everything's alright)
Just as long as there is you
I'll be around doin' what you what me to
Just as long as there is me
I'll be around to sing that melody, sugar
Just as long as we're together (everything's alright)
Oh baby, everything's alright
Just as long as we're together (everything's alright)
Oh girl, everything's alright
Just as long as we're together (everything's alright)
Oh girl, everything's alright!
Don't you know there ain't better (everything's alright)
Oh hunt you baby, in the night
Prince's song "Just as Long as We're Together" is a declaration of undying love, where the singer promises to always stand by his love interest. He tells her that she can live her life however she wants, and he will never try to hold her back. He loves spending time with her, and just being in her presence makes him happy. Even if the sun doesn't shine, he feels warm when she is in his arms. He insists that there is nothing that can come between them, and he always wants her in his life.
The chorus reiterates the fact that as long as they're together, everything will be alright. There's nothing better than being together with the person he loves. He's willing to go to her place or his, as long as they can be together. Music and wine are all they need, and they'll be happy as long as they have each other. He tells her that as long as she exists, he'll be there to do anything she wants him to do. He'll always be around to sing her favorite songs and to make sure she's happy.
In summary, "Just as Long as We're Together" is a song about two people in love who are committed to staying together no matter what. The song reflects the timeless themes of love and companionship, with Prince's soulful voice adding depth to the emotions portrayed in the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
You can live your own life and I'll live mine
I respect your independence and want you to have your own life apart from mine.
I will never try to keep you down
I will never try to limit your potential or prevent you from growing and achieving your goals.
And even if I only see you some of the time
Even if we can only see each other occasionally, I am grateful for every moment we spend together.
I'm just happy when you come around
Your presence brings me joy and happiness.
And even if the sun don't shine
Even when times are tough and life seems dark and gloomy,
I'm warm enough when you're in these arms of mine
I find comfort and love in your embrace and it warms my heart.
Just as long as we're together
As long as we are together and share our love, everything will be alright.
Everything's alright (everything's alright)
I want to reassure you that our love will always be strong and will always prevail.
There is nothing that will overcome the love we share
No obstacle or challenge is too great to overcome as long as we have each other's love and support.
Nothing that will break us apart
Our love is unbreakable and nothing can tear us apart.
Girl I gotta always have you in my ear
I always want to listen to you and be there for you whenever you need me.
Gotta always have you in my heart
Your love is always in my heart and I can't imagine my life without you.
Oh baby, your place or mine?
I want to be with you wherever you are and share our love together.
I'll get the music, baby, you bring the wine
Let's create a romantic atmosphere and celebrate our love with music and wine.
Just as long as there is you
As long as you are by my side, I will always be there for you and do whatever you want or need.
I'll be around doin' what you what me to
I want to make you happy and will always be there to fulfill your wishes and desires.
Just as long as there is me
As long as I am alive, I will always love and cherish you.
I'll be around to sing that melody, sugar
I will always be there to serenade you and express my love through song.
Don't you know there ain't better (everything's alright)
There is no one better than you and our love is the best thing that ever happened to me.
Oh hunt you baby, in the night
I will always be there for you, day or night, to love and protect you.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: PRINCE ROGERS NELSON
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Vocal - Prince
Backup singer - Prince
Keyboard - Prince
Guitar - Prince
Bass - Prince
Drums - Prince
Lyrics - Prince
Sexy dancer - Prince
Video - Prince
Producer - Prince
Makeup and Hairstyling - Prince
Costume Design - Prince
Composer - Prince
Album - Prince
Year - Prince
Pepperoni - Prince
Damn is there something Prince can't do? 👀🔥
@monilaninetynine3811
He isn't holding the camera.
@martinjavaoh7514
@@monilaninetynine3811 The camera isn't moving 👀👌
@ajd8650
@@monilaninetynine3811 he used telekinetic powers to make the camera float
@MsLeoLady813
Pepperoni! LOL
@CydeFX
Reincarnate, I guess.
@iraalifia
Two things:
1. This song is catchy as hell.
2. Hair goals.
@Miafunfactory
this song has gotten me laid multiple times. MISS YOU PRINCE!!!!!
@Matthew-uy6lc
I thought this was a shampoo ad.
@dwightalfred
Funk on a jazzy groove. Genius!