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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Splash
Prince Lyrics
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You knew it was me all along
You didn't even say hello
Cause you don't need words to let me know
All the things that you do to me
You fulfill my every fantasy
Splash - I'm under your power
Splash - You could devour me
And I'd only want you more
Oh, when you make love to me
There's things I never thought I'd see
I cherish (...)
(...) in every sea
Oh, I love when you play with me
Ask your mom if you could stay with me
Splash - I'm under your power
Splash - I could go for hours
Splash - You could devour me
And I'd only want you more
Our love is a rhythm
Together we'll have so much fun
You go from room to room
Leaving traces of your sweet perfume
If I could I'd bottle it
Everybody should know the feelin' I get
When I'm in your cool embrace
Your lips, your arms, your legs, your face
Splash - I'm under your power
Splash - I could go for hours
Splash - You could devour me
And I'd only want you more
I want you more and more and more
Splash
Splash
Splash
Splash
Splash
Splash.
The lyrics of Prince's song "Splash" are an homage to the power of love and the intoxicating effect that the presence of a beloved person can have. The first verse describes a phone call between two lovers - the singer, presumably Prince himself, calls his partner who immediately recognizes him without the need for words. This establishes a strong connection between them that goes beyond the usual boundaries of language and communication. The partner fulfills every fantasy of the singer and makes them feel empowered and under their power at the same time. The chorus repeats the word "Splash" as a representation of the overwhelming effect of this connection - it's like diving into deep waters and being swept away by the current. The singer could go for hours and be devoured by the partner, but they would always want them more.
In the second verse, Prince describes the physical aspects of love making with this partner. There are things that he never thought he would see, and he cherishes them deeply. The partner plays with him in every sea, a metaphor for the infinite possibilities that their love can explore. The lyrics become more playful in the third verse, as Prince talks about the traces of his partner's perfume that she leaves behind in every room. If he could, he would bottle it up and share the feeling with everyone. The chorus repeats, emphasizing the addiction that Prince feels towards his partner - he wants them more and more and more.
Overall, "Splash" is a sensual and romantic song that showcases Prince's ability to capture the essence of love with his lyrics. It's a reminder of the power of human connection and the joy that can be found in a deep, meaningful relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
I called you on the phone
I initiated contact with you through a phone call
You knew it was me all along
You were aware of my identity the whole time
You didn't even say hello
You didn't greet me with words
Cause you don't need words to let me know
You communicate in a non-verbal way
All the things that you do to me
The actions you take towards me
You fulfill my every fantasy
You make my desires come true
Splash - I'm under your power
You have complete control over me
Splash - I could go for hours
I could make love with you for an extended period of time
Splash - You could devour me
You have an insatiable appetite for me
And I'd only want you more
My desire for you will only intensify
Oh, when you make love to me
During our moments of intimacy
There's things I never thought I'd see
You surprise me with new experiences
I cherish (...)
I value and appreciate
(...) in every sea
The time we spend together, whether on land or at sea
Oh, I love when you play with me
I enjoy when you engage with me in playful ways
Ask your mom if you could stay with me
A playful request to spend more time together
Our love is a rhythm
Our love is characterized by a flowing pattern
Together we'll have so much fun
Our time together will be enjoyable
You go from room to room
Your presence fills every space
Leaving traces of your sweet perfume
Your scent lingers in the air
If I could I'd bottle it
I would preserve your scent
Everybody should know the feelin' I get
I want others to experience the joy you bring me
When I'm in your cool embrace
When I'm held by you
Your lips, your arms, your legs, your face
Your entire being
Splash - I'm under your power
You maintain full control over me
Splash - I could go for hours
Our intimacy could last for an extended period of time
Splash - You could devour me
You could consume me without limit
And I'd only want you more
My desire for you continues to grow
Contributed by Bailey H. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Marie Floyd
Love this man, my God.
Ivo Caponio
Wow! Love it! Soo delicious!
Wonderful arrangement and fresh composition!
His music will live forever. 🙏❤️☀️
Otto Trujillo
A unique sounds & happy feeling
Gigi's fantastic channel✨
Love it!! Sensual, sexy, unique, and fun! Makes me wanna "come back as a dolphin" and splash💦💦 in a sparking sunlit ocean, under a purple diamond dusty sky straight into Prince's seduction.💕🥰🥰 SPLASH SPLASH SPLASH!!!!!
Matthew Arwood
This is a Prince and The Revolution track that was going to be released on the upcoming Roadhouse Garden Prince and The Revolution album back in 2001 but was shelved, he released the single on the NPG Music Club.
Trevell Ellis
That is so awesome!! I love Prince
I assume that song it probably gonna be on "Welcome 2 America"
laurabasskey
magic as usual...
Lauri Cox
Miss him love him
Ghea Marrie
Still The Prince R.I.P
David Rogers
Thanks Mr. Wilson. I'm a new subscriber.