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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The Most Beautiful Girl in the World
Prince Lyrics
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Could you be the most beautiful girl in the world?
It's plain to see you're the reason that God made a girl
When the day turns into the last day of all time
I can say I hope you are in these arms of mine
And when the night falls before that day I will cry
I will cry tears of joy 'cause after you all one can do is die, oh
Could you be?
It's plain to see you're the reason that God made a girl
Oh, yes you are
How can I get through days when I can't get through hours?
I can try but when I do I see you and I'm devoured, oh yes
Who'd allow, who'd allow a face to be soft as a flower? Oh
I could bow (bow down) and feel proud in the light of this power
Oh oh
Could you be (singing, come on) the most beautiful girl in the world?
Meant to the girl
It's plain to see (come on) you're the reason that God made a girl
Oh, yes you are
And if the stars ever fell one by one from the sky
I know Mars could not be, uh, to far behind
'Cause baby, this kind of beauty has got no reason to ever be shy
'Cause honey, this kind of beauty is the kind that comes from inside
Could you be (singing) the most beautiful girl in the world?
So beautiful, beautiful
It's plain to see (plain to see) you're the reason that God made a girl
Oh yeah (oh, yes you are)
Girl (could you be?)
You must be, oh yeah
(Could you be?)
You're the reason, oh yeah
(Could)
(Could)
(Could)
(Could)
In "The Most Beautiful Girl in the World," Prince sings about a woman whom he considers to be the most beautiful in the world. He wonders out loud if she could be that person and says that it's clear that she's the reason God created women. Prince goes on to say that he wants to hold her in his arms, and if he does, he'll cry tears of joy. He's so deeply in love with her that he can't get through his days, let alone his hours, without thinking of her. He describes her as having a face as soft as a flower and says that her beauty is the kind that comes from inside. Finally, he acknowledges that the woman in question must be the most beautiful girl in the world, as evidenced by her power and stunning beauty.
Line by Line Meaning
This is for the ladies
The song is dedicated to all the beautiful women out there
Could you be the most beautiful girl in the world?
The singer wonders if the listener could be the most beautiful girl in the world
It's plain to see you're the reason that God made a girl
The singer believes that the listener is the reason that God made women and that they are incredibly beautiful
When the day turns into the last day of all time
The singer is imagining the end of the world and hoping that the listener will be in his arms when it happens
I can say I hope you are in these arms of mine
The singer expresses his desire for the listener to be with him
And when the night falls before that day I will cry
The singer is so moved by the listener's beauty that he cries tears of joy even at the thought of her
I will cry tears of joy 'cause after you all one can do is die, oh
The singer is saying that after experiencing such beauty, there's nothing more to live for
How can I get through days when I can't get through hours?
The singer is so consumed by thoughts of the listener that he can barely function without her in his life
I can try but when I do I see you and I'm devoured, oh yes
Even when he tries to distract himself, he can't help but think about the beauty of the listener and is overwhelmed by the feeling
Who'd allow, who'd allow a face to be soft as a flower? Oh
The singer is in awe of how the listener's face is as soft and delicate as a flower
I could bow (bow down) and feel proud in the light of this power
The singer would be honored to bow down and bask in the power of the listener's beauty
And if the stars ever fell one by one from the sky
The singer imagines a catastrophic event, but even then he would still think the listener is beautiful
I know Mars could not be, uh, to far behind
The singer is saying that even if something as crazy as stars falling happened, the listener is still the most beautiful thing in the world
'Cause baby, this kind of beauty has got no reason to ever be shy
The singer is saying that the listener's beauty is so incredible that she should never be shy about it
'Cause honey, this kind of beauty is the kind that comes from inside
The singer believes that the listener's beauty comes from within
Girl (could you be?)
The singer repeats the question, wondering again if the listener could be the most beautiful girl in the world
You must be, oh yeah
The singer is convinced that the listener is the most beautiful girl in the world
(Could you be?)
The singer repeats the question one last time
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson
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@paola
Thank you Paola...
But nothing to compare with the greatest vocalist, and vocal range in history, the legendary Yma Sumac, the Inca princess.
Anyway, Roger Nelson (Prince) had a very versatile voice, and an amazing vocal range.
He was a genius.
Take care Paola.
God bless you.
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"The Most Beautiful Girl in the World" is a song by the American musician Prince. It was released as a single in 1994 and later included on his compilation album, "The Gold Experience."
"The Most Beautiful Girl in the World" is a romantic ballad that showcases Prince's smooth and soulful vocals. The song combines elements of pop, R&B, and soul, with a melodic and catchy chorus that emphasizes the beauty and allure of the subject.
The lyrics of the song express admiration and adoration for the titular "most beautiful girl in the world." Prince uses poetic language and imagery to convey his feelings of love and attraction. The song's lyrics, along with Prince's vocal delivery, create a sense of intimacy and tenderness.
"The Most Beautiful Girl in the World" was a commercial success, reaching high positions on charts worldwide. The song's release marked a significant shift in Prince's career, as he regained creative control over his music and embraced a more mainstream sound.
Prince's smooth and seductive performance in "The Most Beautiful Girl in the World" exemplifies his versatility as a musician and his ability to create heartfelt and romantic songs. The song showcases his talent for crafting melodies that resonate with audiences.
"The Most Beautiful Girl in the World" remains a fan favorite and is often regarded as one of Prince's most romantic and accessible songs. Its timeless appeal and Prince's signature musical style have contributed to its enduring popularity.
@opheliaoctopus
This looks great in HD! I was the girl in the hat and dreads. Best experience of my life!
@jonylawson73
No way ! Wow ..part of music history !
@subzfit
Beautiful
@erniewyles8832
Wow, so cool! Quick question, the way the video is edited, it appears the "beautiful girls" were shot different from Prince. Did you or any of the girls get to meet him during the video shoot?
@opheliaoctopus
@@erniewyles8832 Yes, we all did. We hung out with him for a couple weekends. Some of it was filmed in LA, like the parts with Vanessa Marcil and Nona Gaye. Prince's part and almost everything else was filmed at Paisley Park. I got along with him very well. He gave me his cane. I believe it's the same cane that he used when he wore the chain mail hat for "My Name is Prince".
@opheliaoctopus
@@erniewyles8832 Also, we were each told that we had a certain occupation. Mine was a director and we were supposed to be looking at ourselves, but how they edited it, we are looking at Prince.
@thatdudedurrell
This is Prince's tribute to women in general and it's really beautiful. Such a classic and wonderful song.
@Robin_Hood054
This is not song .
This is timeless masterpiece .
@themountainsandthesea4121
Yes🎉🕊
@prettiegyrl99
Love this tribute to women and the fact he put his wife in there is soooooo dope! Prince #rip 😢