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)
For Serbian singer Princ, please use Princ.
We do this (feat. George Clint
Prince Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Say it (Blow your horn, Maceo {repeated by audience})
Come on
Whatcha got on your feet, some Jordan's?
Just the drums
Maceo, hit me now!
We do this, this is what we do
It would be ludicrous to think that we are new to this
We do do this, it's what we do
It would be ludicrous to think that we are new to this
We do this, this is what we do
It would be ludicrous to think that we are new to this
We do this
It would be absurd to think you've never heard of this
Talkin' shhh..., every word the truth of it
It would be ludicrous, we are new to this
We do this, this is what we...
It would be ludicrous to think that we are new to this
We do this, this is what we do
It would be ludicrous to think that we are new to this
We do this
How y'all doing in here?
How y'all doing up in here?
[...] excepting [...] to this
Oh still you can't reap what you missed
You couldn't resist and now you're pissed
And when it's over, it ain't over
It ain't over {repeated}
It's over
It ain't over, it ain't over
The song "We do this" is filled with bravado and confidence, as Prince and George Clinton assert their domination over the music industry with their decades of experience. In the first few lines, they call out to Maceo Parker, a longtime collaborator and saxophonist, to "blow your horn" as the audience repeats the call. The rhythm starts up, and Prince asks if he's wearing Jordans on his feet, to which he responds "just the drums." It's clear from these opening lines that the song is all about celebrating the power of the musicians and their ability to create incredible music together.
As the song progresses, Prince and Clinton emphasize their expertise, claiming that it would be "ludicrous to think that we are new to this." They repeat this phrase multiple times, underlining their experience and skill as musicians. They also assert that they are not afraid to speak the truth, even if it's not always what people want to hear. The phrase "it would be absurd to think you've never heard of this" reinforces their confidence in their fame and influence.
Later, the song takes a more confrontational or defiant turn, as Prince and Clinton call out those who might doubt their abilities. They suggest that those who doubted or denied their talent will "reap what [they] missed," and that their critics will ultimately be "pissed" when they realize their mistake. The repeated phrase "it ain't over" suggests that Prince and Clinton will continue to create and dominate the music scene, even in the face of doubt or criticism.
Overall, the song "We do this" is a powerful celebration of the confidence, talent, and experience of Prince, George Clinton, and their collaborators.
Line by Line Meaning
Say it (Blow your horn, Maceo {repeated by audience})
Encouraging Maceo Parker to continue playing his trumpet and asking the audience to participate by chanting the phrase.
Whatcha got on your feet, some Jordan's? Just the drums Maceo, hit me now!
Questioning what kind of shoes Maceo Parker is wearing, but then emphasizing that the drums are the most important instruments in the song and requesting that Maceo play now.
It would be ludicrous to think that we are new to this We do this, this is what we do
Emphasizing that the performers are experienced and talented in this line of work, and that their profession is to create music.
It would be absurd to think you've never heard of this Talkin' shhh..., every word the truth of it It would be ludicrous, we are new to this We do this, this is what we...
Stating that their work is widely known and respected, while remaining humble in acknowledging that they continue to learn and grow as professionals.
How y'all doing in here? How y'all doing up in here?
Addressing the audience and inquiring about their well-being and enjoyment of the event.
Oh still you can't reap what you missed You couldn't resist and now you're pissed And when it's over, it ain't over It ain't over {repeated} It's over It ain't over, it ain't over
Acknowledging that some may have missed out on the performers' success and are now angry about it, but emphasizing that the performance will continue despite their negativity.
Lyrics © OBO APRA/AMCOS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@expressedbyME
I am a shame to admit I am hearing this for the 1st time today. The collaboration between George Clinton and Prince make total sense for those who appreciate true musicality.
@jasonrobinsonjr6846
Time to share!!! Slam dunk!!!
@darkknightsds
George Clinton and Prince collaborated a lot lol. Clinton was on Prince’s record label
@justinhunt6483
Ditto but it's now May 2022
How in the world did this jam hide from me for so long!?
@egongefferie9194
@@justinhunt6483 Lol , never forget or underestimate the real Funkateers and how they are connected Two Genies
@kyleclements376
George and Prince had many collaborations. W.E. F.U.N.K. was part of this collaborative process
@THESONRISESINTHEEAST
This guy prince was a beast with background vocal arrangements and to sing them too.......A master!!!!!
@theholycrusader4237
Cecil Alston you got that right! RIP Prince
@micheleirwin4587
Mandy Walker
@danieldowcoldchillin
Good song still jamming this in 2022 !! 😎