Prince - June 7th 1958-April 21st 2016
With music prodigy, Prince, passing on recently, countless artists have been inspired to pay their respects to the artist. To be alive when this sensation was alive was simply an honour, and I know future generations will look back and be jealous, in the same way my generation is envious of our parents living in the time of music legends, such as John Lennon, Kurt Cobain, The Clash (in their prime), and the list goes on.
I had obviously known of Prince prior to his unfortunate death, I mean, how could you have not? Knowing Prince classics like 'Purple Rain,' 'When Doves Cry,' and 'Corvette' was, and still is, second-knowledge. His humble individuality and extravagance rippled through the music industry, as I said, inspiring many for years to come.
Personally, I think people are reluctant to even attempt his number one tracks, because, to taint them, or not reach the standard of Prince when performing them, would be to disrespect his career. Some songs, only Prince could play, and, honestly, I think it should be left like that.
Such tracks that have been covered (absolutely excellently) include 'Pop Life' (Neon Indian) and 'It's Gonna be Lonely' (Mac DeMarco & Jon Lent).
Personally, I think people are reluctant to even attempt his number one tracks, because, to taint them, or not reach the standard of Prince when performing them, would be to disrespect his career. Some songs, only Prince could play, and, honestly, I think it should be left like that.
Such tracks that have been covered (absolutely excellently) include 'Pop Life' (Neon Indian) and 'It's Gonna be Lonely' (Mac DeMarco & Jon Lent).
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