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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Thrill Or Kill You
Prince Lyrics
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You know say money no be problem never
You know say money no be problem
You know say money never ever go be problem
Starboy Weezy remix lets go come on
That girl she dey kill me ooo
I swear she dey kill me ooo
She gas with my money ooo
The way she carry go down slow oo
I swear she dey kill me slow
That girl must follow me go
She just dey follow me go
Charlie dance azonto y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be disco y3nk kuaa
Charlie show me your ginger y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be kalipso oo y3nk kuaa
Charlie dance azonto y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be disco y3nk kuaa
Charlie show me your ginger y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be kalipso oo y3nk kuaa
Shordy nu si feely me nti me manu the dodo style
p3s33 h de kywe me 3nfa ne hu s3 menne ocupe
Ocupe de ne nsa fa meti hu p3 me feely highry p3s33 h
Odeme gye me nansu me dofu ne kabute
Wo ama ma kai me nipa bi y3 fr3 nu sakite
Edwuma kra h b3 k nu agyes3 wa kywa antipe
3nd3 di3 m3ne agye cus today be happy day
Wizkid ayigbene b3ka hse awore
You go kill me the origin of Azonto
Started from the ghetto but now we push a lambo
Mma nu feely me nti alata fo nu fr3 me Gango
Wo ah3da b3 dwa kuma ba kra wo b3 kywa santo now
Eh me sre anpa na me srisri
El mene nu mma nu y3fu nu three three
Me changy me formula from akiti to Pamella
Obidi ma br3 na ma y3 nti forgety Monica
Ever since Iget popullar
Everybody dey try to copy the formulla
Dem dey see say mana pocket make mascular
But if you no be my padi me I no know you laa
EL baby baby give me more sugar
And be my undercover lover or be my concubine
And the way you dey be my speck
But I no go fit for wife
Unless you be Joyslin Dumans ahah
I I got I lot of twenty and fiffteen up
These I also go a lot the W E B dow
So baby come around come and see me flow
Don't give me wahala do gada give me give me blow
Bring it back now ab de ab de
Azonto for the nigs and the shordies
But ego catch some time
You nenes no fit kill me sef EL baby
That girl she dey kill me ooo
I swear she dey kill me ooo
I want carry her as mommy ooo
She gas with my money ooo
The way she carry go down slow oo
I swear she dey kill me slow
That girl must follow me go
She just dey follow me go
Charlie dance azonto y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be disco y3nk kuaa
Charlie show me your ginger y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be kalipso oo y3nk kuaa
Charlie dance azonto y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be disco y3nk kuaa
Charlie show me your ginger y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be kalipso oo y3nk kuaa
Allright listen
I was killing in the club with one of my mosimina
The song came on i was chilling with amina
And everybody now say I be killing all these haters
I dey pup champain dem dey pop laibina
I don't know im just a one kind guy
And i go blow you for now you be like shongai time
The records I dey they always get big
The dem dey analise my pounch lines rhymes
I don't know how many time I go pree
Say i dey get filling I dey crush Genevive
But when i give you bele dem dey put am for the news
Dem dey spoil the parode and then life I a hubansu
Dey see me boil all dey my money stay fat and I boil always
My niggers in the back and you that we flexing
Your style is a cus you suck all day
Ama take you to me bizza
And you no go need the visa
Oh aboki the master
If I no sabi call me bastard
So have you been to bombey
I go buy you the sit me no go complain
Raaa you already know what time is it
My name is Ice Prince Zamani
Bum bum bum yeah yeah yeah
She gown kill me Lord let there be yo
Not again the man but I better before
Already tried one girl now dey better before
I mess you are on a pressure the better he score
Penalty solve otherwise the energies row
Am a man ama claim like killer bean scward
We gown party what are you talk enemies for
With eugen MC so the penalty solve Lord
She gown kill me unless I shoose to die
He is the way he is a mod suicide
It's me in the crew ah im in the corner
Excuse my man mr loose the camera
lets loose get juice
That girl she dey kill me ooo
I swear she dey kill me ooo
I want carry her as mommy ooo
She gas with my money ooo
The way she carry go down slow oo
I swear she dey kill me slow
That girl must follow me go
She just dey follow me go
Charlie dance azonto y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be disco y3nk kuaa
Charlie show me your ginger y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be kalipso oo y3nk kuaa
Charlie dance azonto y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be disco y3nk kuaa
Charlie show me your ginger y3nk kuaa
Charlie this no be kalipso oo y3nk kuaa
The song Thrill or Kill by Prince is a remix by Starboy Weezy. The lyrics of the song express a man's fondness for a woman who he claims is killing him slowly but still wants to be with her. He is willing to spend his money on her, take her home as his wife, and follow him everywhere he goes because she has something special that he enjoys. The main chorus of the song is "That girl she dey kill me ooo, I swear she dey kill me ooo."
The song's verses are in a mixture of English and another local African language, which adds to the song's unique and culturally diverse feel. There are also various dance styles mentioned in the lyrics, like the Azonto, Disco, Kalipso, and Salsa. There is a depth of meaning that lies in the lyrics that describe the singer's desire to have this special girl by his side even though she is depleting his resources.
In summary, the song deals with the theme of love and infatuation, which is conveyed through the upbeat and energetic tempo of the music. Its lyrics are a celebration of the African culture and language, which is showcased in the use of various African languages and the mention of various dance styles.
Line by Line Meaning
Yaa what else yaya ahah
Expressing excitement and enthusiasm
You know say money no be problem never
Asserting that money is not a problem
Starboy Weezy remix lets go come on
Encouraging and inviting the listener to join in
That girl she dey kill me ooo
Describing the intense attraction and effect the girl has on the artist
I want carry her as mommy ooo
Expressing a strong desire to be in a committed relationship with her
She gas with my money ooo
Indicating that she spends the singer's money
The way she carry go down slow oo
Describing the girl's seductive and enticing movements
That girl must follow me go
Asserting that the girl should accompany the artist wherever he goes
Charlie dance azonto y3nk kuaa
Encouraging Charlie to dance the azonto dance style
Charlie this no be disco y3nk kuaa
Clarifying that the setting is not a disco
Charlie show me your ginger y3nk kuaa
Requesting that Charlie show his enthusiasm and energy
Charlie this no be kalipso oo y3nk kuaa
Emphasizing that the style of the music is not kalipso
Shordy nu si feely me nti me manu the dodo style
Referring to a lady who understands the singer's desires and preferences
p3s33 h de kywe me 3nfa ne hu s3 menne ocupe
Implying that the lady keeps the singer satisfied and fulfilled
Ocupe de ne nsa fa meti hu p3 me feely highry p3s33 h
Highlighting the lady's ability to handle and satisfy the singer's desires
Odeme gye me nansu me dofu ne kabute
Expressing the lady's control over the artist's emotions and actions
Wo ama ma kai me nipa bi y3 fr3 nu sakite
Complimenting the lady by stating that she is exceptional
Edwuma kra h b3 k nu agyes3 wa kywa antipe
Recognizing that hard work will bring success
3nd3 di3 m3ne agye cus today be happy day
Acknowledging that today is a day to be happy and celebrate
Wizkid ayigbene b3ka hse awore
Acknowledging Wizkid's contribution to the song
You go kill me the origin of Azonto
Referring to the popularity and influence of the Azonto dance
Started from the ghetto but now we push a lambo
Describing the journey from humble beginnings to success
Mma nu feely me nti alata fo nu fr3 me Gango
Expressing the irresistible attraction the singer has towards the lady
Wo ah3da b3 dwa kuma ba kra wo b3 kywa santo now
Emphasizing that the lady should always be by the artist's side
Eh me sre anpa na me srisri
Expressing the singer's excitement and anticipation
El mene nu mma nu y3fu nu three three
Describing the lady's captivating and enticing movements
Me changy me formula from akiti to Pamella
Changing the singer's approach or style from one person to another
Obidi ma br3 na ma y3 nti forgety Monica
Asserting that the artist will not forget about Monica
Ever since Iget popullar
Indicating that the artist became popular
Everybody dey try to copy the formulla
Highlighting the imitation or copying of the singer's style
Dem dey see say mana pocket make mascular
Others recognize that the singer's wealth contributes to his appeal
But if you no be my padi me I no know you laa
Making it clear that the artist does not associate with those who are not his friends
EL baby baby give me more sugar
Asking EL to provide more sweetness or enjoyment
And be my undercover lover or be my concubine
Proposing a secret romantic relationship or a mistress arrangement
And the way you dey be my speck
Expressing that the person is the singer's type or preference
But I no go fit for wife
Acknowledging that the artist is not ready for marriage
Unless you be Joyslin Dumans ahah
Jokingly suggesting that only a specific person named Joyslin Dumans would be an exception
I I got I lot of twenty and fiffteen up
Referring to having a significant amount of money
These I also go a lot the W E B dow
Implying that the singer also has a significant online presence or influence
So baby come around come and see me flow
Inviting the person to spend time with the artist and witness his skills or talent
Don't give me wahala do gada give me give me blow
Asking the person not to cause trouble, but to provide enjoyment or excitement
Bring it back now ab de ab de
Referring to the return or repetition of a specific action or movement
Allright listen
Getting the attention of the listener
I was killing in the club with one of my mosimina
Describing the artist's success and enjoyment in a club with a female companion
The song came on i was chilling with amina
Enjoying the music and relaxing with a girl named Amina
And everybody now say I be killing all these haters
Receiving praises and recognition for defeating or overpowering the haters
I dey pup champain dem dey pop laibina
Drinking champagne and celebrating
I don't know im just a one kind guy
Acknowledging that the artist has a unique personality or character
And i go blow you for now you be like shongai time
Indicating that the singer will impress or surpass the person's expectations
The records I dey they always get big
Highlighting the singer's consistent success and popularity in the music industry
The dem dey analise my pounch lines rhymes
Others analyze and appreciate the singer's clever and impactful lyrics
I don't know how many time I go pree
Expressing uncertainty about how many times the artist will succeed
But when i give you bele dem dey put am for the news
When the artist impresses with his creativity, it becomes newsworthy
Dem dey spoil the parode and then life I a hubansu
Others attempt to diminish the impact or success, but the singer remains resilient
Dey see me boil all dey my money stay fat and I boil always
Despite spending money, the singer's wealth and success continue to grow
My niggers in the back and you that we flexing
Referring to close friends who are supporting and enjoying the moment with the artist
Your style is a cus you suck all day
Making fun of someone's style or behavior
Ama take you to me bizza
Bringing someone into the artist's environment or world
And you no go need the visa
Assuring that the person will not need a visa or permission to be with the singer
Oh aboki the master
Referring to someone as the master or expert
If I no sabi call me bastard
Asserting that the singer is skilled and knowledgeable
So have you been to bombey
Asking if the person has experienced a vibrant and lively place
I go buy you the sit me no go complain
Expressing willingness to provide comfort and luxury without complaints
Bum bum bum yeah yeah yeah
Referring to a rhythmic and catchy beat or dance
She gown kill me Lord let there be yo
Feeling overwhelmed by the girl's attractiveness and requesting divine intervention
Not again the man but I better before
Asserting the improvement and progress made by the singer
Already tried one girl now dey better before
Acknowledging past experiences and growth in relationships
I mess you are on a pressure the better he score
Indicating that the girl's presence and influence positively affect the artist
Penalty solve otherwise the energies row
Resolving conflicts or issues to maintain a harmonious atmosphere
Am a man ama claim like killer bean scward
Asserting the artist's confidence and dominance
We gown party what are you talk enemies for
Questioning the purpose of enemies when there is enjoyment and celebration
With eugen MC so the penalty solve Lord
Working with the MC Eugen to resolve issues and ensure a peaceful environment
She gown kill me unless I shoose to die
Feeling overwhelmed by the girl's allure, unless the singer chooses to let go
He is the way he is a mod suicide
Acknowledging that the girl's effect on the singer can lead to self-destruction
It's me in the crew ah im in the corner
Identifying the singer's position within the group or crew
Excuse my man mr loose the camera
Requesting the attention of Mr. Loose, who handles the camera
lets loose get juice
Encouraging everyone to let loose and have fun
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Written by: Sarkodie Sarkodie
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@user-wb3sq4mn9v
Prince... the greatest musician humanity ever produced! Love and miss him!!!
@thissucks110
Love this funky kick.
@zroy9263
This is what the PRINCE estate needs to release! They need people that know what they're doing in that company.
This is some funky shit for real! It captures a time when the funk was pure uncut and organic!
@timothybright7064
We Need a Movie for Rick James, Prince, Gap Band, The O'jays, Teddy Pendergrass, and The Isley Brothers for Starters!
@DiscoHank
Reminds me more of a collaborative sounding ‘70s funk song
@somethingdifferent4u247
R.I.P. PRINCE - Gone But Never Ever Forgotten.
@jayskywalker5049
THIS IS FUNKY!!!!!! THAT BASS LINE IS KILLER
@dvontarichard1383
NOW WHY AINT WE HEARD ABOUT PRINCE AND THE REBELS!!! WHAT??!? PRINCE NEVER CEASES TO AMAZE>>>>EVEN IN DEATH WOOW
@gregmuscovalley3791
🔥🔥🔥
@kelvendyson1508
Man!!! This is GOLD!!!