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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Somebody's Somebody
Prince Lyrics
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Somewhere, someone
It's to o'clock in the morning and I just can't sleep
Outside the rain is pouring, I'm lonely as can be
Maybe tonight'll be different than the nights before
I need to feel someone beside me, I can't be alone no more
[Chorus]
Tonight I want to belong to someone (Someone)
Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody
Tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done (Oh yeah)
This big ol' world can be so empty livin' in it all alone
I realize, in its best disguise, a pretty house don't make a home
There's a hunger deep inside of me, how the fire burns
I want to give good love to someone and get good love in return, oh
[Chorus]
Somebody's somebody
Someone
I want to be somebody's body
Oh yes, oh yeah
Someone to hold me in that hour midnight
Someone to console me when things ain't goin' to right
Someone to bring me dinner sometime, yeah (Mine, all mine)
Somebody I can call all mine
It's 2:05 in the morning and I got no one to call
I'm longin' to hear another voice inside these lonely walls (Lonely walls)
Maybe 2night'll be different (different) than the nights before (Maybe not)
I need to feel someone beside me, I cannot be alone no more (No more, no more!)
[Chorus: x2]
Somebody's somebody
I don't want to be alone, no no!
I don't want to wait another day, no!
I'll do it over and over and over and over, yeah!
Oh, I don't want to wait, no!
Can I belong to you, baby? Oh yeah! (I want to belong to someone)
Oh, slow, deep and long
Do me over and over and over and over
(tonight I want to be somebody's somebody)
Oh yeah
If you're out there, come on, baby
I'll keep it hot for you
(tonight I want to be somebody's somebody)
Come on, baby
(tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done, oh yeah)
Done
Somebody's somebody
In Prince's song Somebody's Somebody, the lyrics express a longing for companionship and love. The singer is lonely and unable to sleep, and as the rain falls outside, they hope that tonight will be different. They want to find someone to be with, to call their own and offer them comfort during the night. They acknowledge their own burning desire and hunger for love, and they want to give it in the same amount as they receive it. They don't want to be alone any longer, and they can't wait any longer to belong to someone. They want to feel that they matter to someone else and that they're not alone in this world.
The chorus repeats the phrase "Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody," emphasizing the desire for a connection with someone. The lyrics focus on the importance of having someone to hold during the midnight hour, someone to console during tough times, and someone to call their own. The singer acknowledges that a beautiful house is not a home without someone to share it with, and they want to have the feeling of belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
Somebody's somebody
Everyone deserves to belong to someone and have a special someone in their life.
Somewhere, someone
Even if I don't know them yet, there is someone out there meant for me.
It's to o'clock in the morning and I just can't sleep
I'm up late at night, thinking about how lonely I am.
Outside the rain is pouring, I'm lonely as can be
The rain outside mirrors the loneliness I feel inside.
Maybe tonight'll be different than the nights before
There's always a chance that tonight might bring someone special into my life.
I need to feel someone beside me, I can't be alone no more
I am tired of being alone and I crave physical and emotional connection with someone.
Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody
I want to find someone special that I can belong to and who belongs to me.
Tonight I want to belong to someone (Someone)
All I want is to find someone who will accept and love me for who I am.
Tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done (Oh yeah)
I am looking for someone who is willing to commit to me and put in the effort to make our relationship work.
This big ol' world can be so empty livin' in it all alone
The world can seem vast and hollow without someone special to share it with.
I realize, in its best disguise, a pretty house don't make a home
A beautiful home is nothing without someone to share it with and make it a home.
There's a hunger deep inside of me, how the fire burns
I have a deep longing to be loved and to love someone in return.
I want to give good love to someone and get good love in return, oh
I am ready to pour my heart and soul into my relationship and to receive the same from my partner.
Someone to hold me in that hour midnight
I want someone to hold me tight during those late, lonely nights.
Someone to console me when things ain't goin' to right
I want someone who will be there for me through the highs and lows of life.
Someone to bring me dinner sometime, yeah (Mine, all mine)
I am looking for someone who will go out of their way to make me feel special and cared for.
Somebody I can call all mine
I am searching for someone who is mine and mine alone, who I can call my own.
It's 2:05 in the morning and I got no one to call
I am up late at night, feeling extremely lonely and wishing I had someone to talk to.
I'm longin' to hear another voice inside these lonely walls (Lonely walls)
The walls around me feel lonely and I yearn for someone to break through and fill the emptiness with their presence.
Maybe 2night'll be different (different) than the nights before (Maybe not)
There's always a chance that tonight might bring someone special into my life, but the possibility also exists that I will remain alone.
I cannot be alone no more (No more, no more!)
I am fed up with feeling lonely and I cannot bear to be alone any longer.
I don't want to be alone, no no!
Being alone is far too painful for me, and I am determined to find someone to share my life with.
I don't want to wait another day, no!
I am done waiting for the right person to come into my life, and I am ready for my romantic journey to begin now.
Oh, slow, deep and long
I am looking for intimacy that is meaningful, slow, and passionate.
Do me over and over and over and over
I want to experience love and physical intimacy repeatedly and with the same level of intense passion every time.
If you're out there, come on, baby
I am looking for my special someone, and I am hoping they will find their way to me.
I'll keep it hot for you
I am ready to put in the work to keep the fire of our relationship burning bright and powerful.
Done
I am ready for love and I am determined to give it my all to find the one who will be my somebody's somebody.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: BRENDA LEE EAGER, HILLIARD WILSON, PRINCE ROGERS NELSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@annziegelhofer2473
Prince is a masterpiece! His work is still ahead of what’s happening now!
@garryhairston5839
The moment when you realize how much Prince was ahead of his time, if this album was just released today it would soar to the top of the charts 👊✌️💪💯
@donnellaharris8559
Prince was just like Marvin Gaye ahead of there time
@loupcaldeira
Mhhhh… nah, not really. It really has this 90s sound
@tronoankirayoshikage7331
@@donnellaharris8559yeah
@tronoankirayoshikage7331
Mhm!
@AndreGandy-oy6qo
@@loupcaldeira00😅
@glamslamcam
I’ve always loved this song. This is one of those songs that has always hit me where I lived. I’ve been single for years and when I play this song, it lets me know that I’m not the only one who goes through moments of loneliness and wishing & longing to be “somebody’s somebody“. I saw someone say this and it’s so true, this song really is a mood. Songs like “Somebody’s Somebody” is the reason why Prince is my all-time favorite artist.
@druscillalee2183
I'm definitely in a mood of LONELINESS feeling LONELY ABOUT MUCH
HAPPY I CAN BE IN MY LONELINESS WITH PRINCE AND HIS MUSIC HIS GUITARS 🎶🎶 🎶 HIS PERFORMANCES HIS VIDEOS ALL OF HIM💜🕊️🕊️ PRINCE IS MY THERAPIST 💜 AND MY ESCAPISM 💜💜💜🕊️👏🏽
@anitakos1375
I’m feeling lonely during a long battle with Lyme illness. I honestly thank God for blessing us with beautiful Prince!! Omg!! I fell in love with Prince when I was 14!! I’m a mature lady who is sooooo grateful for Prince’s amazing music for every emotion and mood that I’m feeling or struggling with!! Awww I’m so sad Prince passed away. I’m heartbroken still 🙏💔❤️❤️❤️💜💜💜💜🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹💋❤️❤️❤️💜💜