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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Twins in My Bed
Prince Lyrics
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I know
An a know you need me don't you
Ah ah
Pray Late today you be looking so Peng girl
You smoking herb it's looking like ganja
Let's sneak out to the upper room girl make you shake it for me
I like the way you move for me girl
I like the way you move for me girl
In my bed yeah In my bed yeah
In my bed yeah uh uh, In my bed yeah
All I need is you in my bed yeah in my bed yeah uh uh, In my bed
You know that I like ya (A a a a ahh)
You know that I like ya (A a a a ahh)
All I need is you, your body and heart too. Me and you make two in my bed ye
Hey papi
What's yo name, are you up to something
I've been thinking about you offlately
Waiting for my phone to ring
Imagine
Do you mind do you mind yea, tell me nothing
Shuuuuushh
Boy you dey mashup the place
Do you know, do you know that
You dey makee me loco like say I winni lotto
Boy boy boy boy boy come take e photo
In the bed slap your ass then we talk
I don't snitch baby
But I'll grab that ass
Your body boogie so shake it like it's a movie an niggas
They like your booty so Shake my dice like a ludi ho
You're so precious an people don't really get us
In the bed you're the Pillow am the the case
In my bed yeah,In my bed yeah
In my bed yeah uh uh, In my bed yeah
All I need is you in my bed yeah, In my bed yeah uh uh ,In my bed
You know that I like ya (A a a a ahh)
You know that I like ya (A a a a ahh)
All I need is you, your body and heart too. Me and you make two in my bed ye
The lyrics to Prince's song "Twins in My Bed" depict a seductive encounter between the singer and Shenseea, a woman he finds captivating. Prince acknowledges that Shenseea may be a bit wild or unpredictable, but he also knows that she desires him. He compliments her appearance, mentioning how she looks attractive and hints at her indulgence in smoking weed. The mention of sneaking out to the upper room suggests a secretive and intimate rendezvous.
Prince admires the way Shenseea moves and expresses his desire for her to shake it for him. The repetition of the phrase "In my bed" emphasizes his longing to have her with him, both physically and emotionally. He asserts that all he needs is her, suggesting that their connection goes beyond just physical desire. Prince also references the idea of two people coming together and creating a union in his bed, metaphorically representing a deep emotional connection.
The lyrics exude a sense of sensuality and attraction, combining Prince's smooth vocal delivery with the suggestive lyrics. The song explores the magnetic pull between two individuals and the desire to be intimately connected.
Line by Line Meaning
I know you crazy Shenseea
I am aware that you, Shenseea, have a wild and unpredictable nature
I know An a know you need me don't you
I am well aware that you desire and depend on my presence
Pray Late today you be looking so Peng girl
You, girl, are incredibly attractive and stunning today
You smoking herb it's looking like ganja
I can see that you are consuming cannabis and it resembles ganja
Let's sneak out to the upper room girl make you shake it for me
Let's discreetly escape to a private space where you can dance provocatively for me
I like the way you move for me girl
I truly appreciate and enjoy the way you dance for me, girl
In my bed yeah In my bed yeah
I want you to be in my bed, spending intimate moments with me
In my bed yeah uh uh, In my bed yeah
I desire your presence in my bed, feeling the pleasure together
All I need is you in my bed yeah in my bed yeah uh uh, In my bed
All I require is you by my side, physically and emotionally, in my bed
You know that I like ya (A a a a ahh)
It should be evident to you that I am attracted to you
All I need is you, your body and heart too. Me and you make two in my bed ye
All I desire is your physical presence and emotional connection. Together, we form a perfect pair in my bed
Hey papi
Hello, my dear
What's yo name, are you up to something
May I inquire about your name? Are you involved in any intriguing activities?
I've been thinking about you offlately
Lately, I have been pondering about you constantly
Waiting for my phone to ring
I eagerly anticipate receiving a call from you
Imagine
Just imagine the possibilities
Do you mind do you mind yea, tell me nothing
Would you please share your thoughts with me? Do not hold anything back
Shuuuuushh
Shhh... Let's keep our conversation and actions secret
Boy you dey mashup the place
Boy, you are causing a great commotion and excitement in this environment
Do you know, do you know that
Are you aware, are you aware that
You dey makee me loco like say I winni lotto
You are driving me crazy, as if I just won the lottery
Boy boy boy boy boy come take e photo
Boy, boy, boy, boy, boy, come and capture this moment in a photograph
In the bed slap your ass then we talk
Once we're in the bed, we can engage in intimate conversation and playful actions
I don't snitch baby
I would never betray your trust, my dear
But I'll grab that ass
However, I am more than willing to touch and hold onto your buttocks
Your body boogie so shake it like it's a movie an niggas
You have amazing dancing skills, so move your body as if you're the star of a movie and all the people are watching
They like your booty so Shake my dice like a ludi ho
Others are attracted to your attractive rear, so let's have some fun and take a chance together
You're so precious an people don't really get us
You are incredibly valuable to me, and others fail to truly comprehend our connection
In the bed you're the Pillow am the the case
When we are in bed, you are the comforting and supportive pillow, and I am the one who protects and shelters you
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Written by: Kedish Slater
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