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 Sinรฉad 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)
NยทEยทWยทS (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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Maybe your baby
Prince Lyrics
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The one I hoped I had
When I was a lad
Your face is just beaming
Your smile got me boasting
My pulse roller-coastering
Anyway, the four winds that blow
Or I'll fly with the force of a rainbow
The dream of gold will be waiting in your eyes
You know I'd do most anything you want
Hey I
I try to give you everything you need
I can see that it gets to you
I don't believe in many things
But in you I do
I don't believe in many things
Her faith is amazing
The pain that she goes through
Contained in the hope for you
The whole world has changed
The years spent before
Seem more cloudy than blue
In many ways your baby's controlling
When you haven't laid down for days
For the poor, no time to be thinking
They're too busy finding ways
And I
You know I'd do most anything you want
Hey I
I try to give you everything you need
I'll see that it gets to you
I don't believe in many things
But in you
I don't believe in many things
But in you
I don't believe in many things,
But in you I do
Credits
The lyrics to Prince's song "Maybe your baby" convey a sense of admiration and devotion towards a loved one. The singer describes the person's radiant appearance and how it reminds them of their own youthful desires. The mention of their smile and the excitement it brings suggests that being with this person brings immense joy and happiness.
The lyrics also hint at a longing to be reunited with this person. The reference to the four winds blowing and sailing home implies a desire to be in their presence. The mention of flying with the force of a rainbow suggests an eagerness to reach this person quickly. The line about the dream of gold waiting in their eyes could allude to the cherished bond and the shared aspirations they have for the future.
The second verse shifts the focus to the person's faith and strength. The singer highlights their remarkable faith, acknowledging the pain they endure in the hope of a better future. The mention of a cloudy past and a change in the world suggests that the presence of this person has brought clarity and positivity into the singer's life.
The lyrics further explore the person's influence on the singer's actions and belief. The line about them being controlling hints at the impact they have on decision-making and priorities. The mention of not laying down for days and the poor being too busy finding ways alludes to the challenges and sacrifices made for their relationship.
Overall, the lyrics depict a deep love and admiration for a significant other, acknowledging their importance and the transformative power they hold over the singer's life.
Line by Line Meaning
You've got that look again
You have the same expression on your face as before
The one I hoped I had
The expression I wished I had
When I was a lad
When I was young
Your face is just beaming
Your face is radiating happiness
Your smile got me boasting
Your smile has made me brag
My pulse roller-coastering
My heart rate is fluctuating rapidly
Anyway, the four winds that blow
Regardless, the winds that blow in all directions
They're gonna send me sailing home to you
They will bring me back to you
Or I'll fly with the force of a rainbow
Or I'll travel with the power and beauty of a rainbow
The dream of gold will be waiting in your eyes
The dream of wealth will be reflected in your eyes
You know I'd do most anything you want
You know I'm willing to do almost anything you desire
Hey I
Hey, I
I try to give you everything you need
I attempt to provide you with everything necessary
I can see that it gets to you
I can see that it reaches you
I don't believe in many things
I don't have faith in many things
But in you I do
But in you, I do have faith
Her faith is amazing
Her belief is astounding
The pain that she goes through
The suffering she endures
Contained in the hope for you
Contained in the hope for your well-being
The whole world has changed
The entire world has transformed
The years spent before
The previous years
Seem more cloudy than blue
Appear more uncertain than clear
In many ways your baby's controlling
In numerous ways, your lover is dominant
When you haven't laid down for days
When you haven't rested for days
For the poor, no time to be thinking
The less privileged don't have time to contemplate
They're too busy finding ways
They're too occupied with finding solutions
I don't believe in many things
I don't have faith in many things
But in you
But in you
I don't believe in many things
I don't have faith in many things
But in you
But in you
I don't believe in many things
I don't have faith in many things
But in you I do
But in you, I do have faith
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Written by: MICK HUCKNALL
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T Hamilton
This ain't even Fair๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐ค๐คThose two Alone would take out a Nation of Musicians๐ฅ
who
what the hell does this even mean lmao music is not a sport. IT's art
TheMoniMonster
Somebody HAS TO have a video of this performance posted on here. MAN! Both of my faves together, singing one of my favorite songs. MAN!
Ebony J. 3121
Yes! There is a live performance of Prince singing this. I always go back and watch it. ๐๐๐๐
Neosoulgroovydude
Just one
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@Ebony J. 3121
Where?
Neosoulgroovydude
Only audio ,but prince video
Merin
Decades later, I am still discovering songs Iโve never heard before. Pure genius.
Gina Livingston
OMG!!! This is one of the best songs they've played together, loved it when Prince made the blues his own!!!
origmnd
Was at this show...never saw prince smile so much for stevie