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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Willing
Prince Lyrics
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I'm ready to place my cards on the table
I've been holdin' back this feelin' for far to long
Now that I'm willin', it's a fact
Is truly mighty strong
Like a child lost in the wilderness
'Till I reach my destination, I won't rest
And I'm able (able)
I'm ready to place my cards on the table (table)
There's some kings in my deck and a queen or to
So you know there ain't nothin',
Nothin' that I wouldn't do (nothin' that I wouldn't do)
It 'twas a long time coming,
But now that it's here
All the non-believers better fear me
'Cause I'm willin (willin' and able)
And I'm able (shoo-doo-doo)
I got good and plenty cards
To place on the table (table)
Been holdin' back this feeling for far to long
(Been holdin' back this feeling for far to long)
Now that I'm willing, (this feelin') this feelin'
It's truly mighty strong (truly, I, I)
I'm willing (willin')
And able (able)
My vision is all clear, I'm feelin' kinda stable
You know I am, you know I am
Ready to whisper (whisper, whatcha say)
Ready to shout (shout, now whatcha say)
Ready to scream (scream, now whatcha say) From the highest mountain top (whatcha say, whatcha say)
Lord, I'm willing and able
I want to dance and sing, somebody watch me do my thing
Oh (willin')
Oh (able)
Oh (willin' and able)
Oh (willin')
Oh (able)
Oh (willin' and able)
I want to dance and sing, somebody watch me do my thing
(Dance and sing, let me watch you do your thing)
(Oh, bring it to me)
Let me take a bite
To see if you're ripe
I'm kinda thinkin' about
Takin' a hunk, chunk a piece of your love tonight
Well hello, MC T on a mello swing low to the tempo
As I flow on a roll here we go, willing and able Start the show right
With that type of hype
Lay my cards on the table tonight
Don't take me light my flow hits you just like a lead pipe
While I'm clockin' You just say 'fess about the boots I'm knockin' It ain't like that
(Somethin' to keep the Jimmy so get) off my back
In fact you lack the knack step back before I show you how a fool acts, baby
Yeah
The song “Willing and Able” by Prince and The New Power Generation is a declaration of the singer’s readiness to reveal and act on his feelings. The singer emphasizes his willingness and ability to confront his emotions and take whatever action is necessary. The lyrics suggest that the singer has been holding back his true feelings for too long and that he is now willing to express them with confidence. The lyrics communicate that the singer is no longer afraid to reveal his true self and is ready to take a bold and assertive stance.
The lyrics use metaphors to convey the intensity of the singer’s emotions. For example, the singer compares his readiness to a child who is lost in the wilderness and will not rest until he reaches his destination. The song also contains a rap verse by MC T, which adds an extra layer of depth to the lyrics. Overall, the song communicates a sense of self-assurance and triumph over fear and doubt.
Line by Line Meaning
Said I'm willin' and I'm able
I am capable and ready to act
I'm ready to place my cards on the table
I'm ready to reveal everything I have to offer
I've been holdin' back this feelin' for far too long
I've been withholding my true emotions for a long time
Now that I'm willin', it's a fact
I am confident in my decision to act
Is truly mighty strong
I am motivated and determined
Like a child lost in the wilderness
I feel lost and uncertain
'Till I reach my destination, I won't rest
I won't stop until I achieve my goal
'Cause I'm willin' (willin')
And I'm able (able)
I'm ready to place my cards on the table (table)
I am capable, ready and willing to reveal everything I have to offer
There's some kings in my deck and a queen or to
So you know there ain't nothin',
Nothin' that I wouldn't do (nothin' that I wouldn't do)
It 'twas a long time coming,
But now that it's here
All the non-believers better fear me
I have a lot to offer and will do anything to achieve my goals. After waiting for so long, I am now confident and unstoppable
I got good and plenty cards
To place on the table (table)
I have a lot to offer and will reveal everything
My vision is all clear, I'm feelin' kinda stable
You know I am, you know I am
Ready to whisper (whisper, whatcha say)
Ready to shout (shout, now whatcha say)
Ready to scream (scream, now whatcha say) From the highest mountain top (whatcha say, whatcha say)
I am confident and stable, ready to express myself in any way possible
Lord, I'm willing and able
I want to dance and sing, somebody watch me do my thing
I am capable, ready and confident. I want to perform and succeed
Let me take a bite
To see if you're ripe
I'm kinda thinkin' about
Takin' a hunk, chunk a piece of your love tonight
I am interested in exploring and possibly pursuing a romantic relationship
Well hello, MC T on a mello swing low to the tempo
As I flow on a roll here we go, willing and able Start the show right
With that type of hype
Lay my cards on the table tonight
Don't take me light my flow hits you just like a lead pipe
While I'm clockin' You just say 'fess about the boots I'm knockin' It ain't like that
(Somethin' to keep the Jimmy so get) off my back
In fact you lack the knack step back before I show you how a fool acts, baby
I am confident, ready and determined to perform and succeed. I am ready to take risks and face any challenge
Yeah
An exclamation, perhaps showing excitement or agreement
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson, Levi Jr. Seacer, Anthony Mosley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@foxooo
What a freak of nature. How is someone that talented at some many different aspects of music
@corlederbrown-holliday288
He was willing and definitely able to do whatever he wanted to do. He was a true legend and my cousin-in-law. Ya’ll he was real, kind and very intelligent.
@Papi_Luis2001
AND SO FINE 😍😍
@ourgroovygarden
And a hero!!! So much love to ALL. Pure LOVE IS Coming... Can you feel it??
@mankalazatsiry4539
Still my favorite song writer, singer, guitar player, performer, looks.... He was also my favorite when it come to cover other artist"s songs
@tc6664
How was he your in-law?
@ericfannon1302
Very intelligent. I got the time to work 4 him/
@williammcpherson9953
Touch of jazz. Touch of blues...married them together as only he could. Man is something else.
@robinmullins2454
All I can say is AWESOME!!! My all time FAVORITE Musician!!! Rest in peace brother you are missed!!!!!
@MsShannaK
Rosies voice is SO freaking powerful and AMAZING !!!!! Gahhh she MAKES some of the songs honestly. Her contribution always gives me goosebumps! Absolutely beautiful voice.