Prince had many different nicknames, each representing his exotic and interesting talents and personality. Both Prince’s dad and mom were in a band when he was a child, sparking his career. Although Prince had a successful career, he also had quite a few struggles in his lifetime. Prince brought his very own sense of style to his music, played his own instruments, and inspired others in his field, making him one of the best Rock/R&B singers.
Prince’s career was inspired by many things ranging from his family to his own talents. Since both Prince’s mother and father were in the same jazz band, Prince’s journey to music had begun (Warren,2001). Prince had taught himself how to play the piano, guitar, and drums all by the mere age of only 14.
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Prince wrote popular songs for other well-known artists (Jarnow,2018). His music has also been changed by other singers. Prince not only set a good example, he also influenced other singers to pursue their dreams (Jarnow,2018). Although Prince’s other talents made him popular his name also contributed.
Prince was given his true name at birth, but changed it a few times during his life. Prince changed his name to the unpronounceable symbol of his last album in 1993, which many people could not pronounce (Warren,2001). When Prince changed his name, it was for a purpose. He changed it so that the Warner Bros. Company could no longer use him (Toure,2016). Prince’s name came after his big break in the music
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Prince's hit song "Purple Rain" from the movie, launched him into his successful career, topping the charts for twenty-four weeks in a row. His most famous singles were: "When Doves Cry","Let's Go Crazy", "Take Me With U", "Purple Rain", and “I Would Die 4 U” (Warren,2001). Prince was the first ever black entertainer to be featured on MTV. His songs from the popular album 1999, such as "Little Red Corvette," were in a constant rotation (Warren,2001). Prince’s big break also helped him in earning awards.
In his lifetime, prince won many awards and accomplished many things. In 1985, Prince won a Grammy for "Purple Rain" and "I Feel for You". He also won a Best Original Score Oscar for "Purple Rain" the same year (Warren,2001). Since he was 21, Prince has made all of his songs without help. On his first five albums, he even played the instruments we hear (Warren,2001). Prince's albums Prince, Dirty Mind, and Controversy went platinum after a little while (Carlin, 2006). 39 recorded and written albums were made by Prince who was an amazing worker (Toure, 2016). Prince’s achievements made him
For many decades, popular cultural icons Michael Jackson and Prince dominated the music scene. Over the years, there are always countless discussions about the both of their careers. Although Michael and Prince bear some superficial similarities with their musical influences on the world, the differences between their careers and musical abilities are clear.
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Michael Jackson is one of the most widely beloved entertainers and profoundly influential artists of all time; he leaves an indelible imprint on popular music and culture. Commonly referred to as the “King of Pop”, Michael Jackson continues to earn millions of dollars beyond the grave- earning over $700 million in the years since he passed away in 2009. As the pop genre derives from an abbreviation of “popular”, the King of Pop maintained record breaking popularity for extended periods of time. Pop music, is typically short and simple commercially recorded songs oriented towards a youth market; the King of Pop challenged stereotypes and the viewpoints of his audience with songs like “We are the World”, “Man in the Mirror” and many more.
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His “ Rockability” brought thousands of people to his shows and events. Elvis’ music influenced his thousands of fans, his dancing entertained thousands, and his movies, inspired by. many love stories, shaped his legacy. His influences on other artists, such as, African-American singers, Chuck Berry and Little Richard were enormous throughout their careers. The king of Rock and Roll’s success branched from singing hits and past singles, to starring in movies, to choreographed dance performances, and even posing.
His next album was a tribute too many of the influences in his life included several of his childhood
During this past year, Chance The Rapper was nominated for seven Grammys, making him the first artist to ever be nominated for a Grammy to only stream his music. He left the awards show with three Grammys for Best Rap Album, Best Rap Performance, and Best New Artist. Also, his album “Coloring Book” that was released in May 2016, still was thirty-third on the Billboard 200 albums at the end of 2017, which shows how his music has a lasting effect on people. What makes all of these accomplishments impressive is that Chance is an independent artist, meaning that he is not signed to any record label. So, it would be extremely tough for him to break through as an artist because he doesn’t have the big record label promoting him whereas others in the same field do. Chance is the first independent artist to be really well known in the industry, so his path will hopefully pave the way for the future generations, telling them that you don’t need the record label to become
He had exposure to several different genres growing up in his St. Louis, MO hometown. He heard country from the whites, rhythm & blues (R&B) from mostly blacks, even Latin music. His family environment set him up well for future success while growing up in a middle class home in the middle of the Great Depression of the 1930s. His parents sun...
Some people are born to become legends, Bruce Springsteen is one of them. From the second he was born and through his younger years everyone knew he was destined for something bigger than a regular nine to five life, they just didn’t realize the magnitude of what was to come. Born into a all around food middle-class family, no on in that house hold even Bruce, didn’t realize that within fifty years he would reach living legend status. Also have a title of one of the best musicians to every live. After working hard at what he loves, Bruce has become known as a musical hero and inspiration to his fans and fellow musicians. With his deep lyrics, amazing stage presence, incredible guitar skills, and his passion, he is an untouchable force in the music industry. Using his lyrics to vent his emotions and past, but to also add awareness to social issues around the world. Bruce and his love for music affected him his whole life, and has shaped into what he is today. His music now affects the world. His music has truly changed the world (musically and socially) forever.
When you hear the name Tupac Amaru Shakur (2pac) you think of a rapper, maybe a “Thug”. But Tupac just didn’t rap, he was also a poet. There is much more to his life than rapping. Tupac positively affected society with his words in his songs and by singing. He is more than just a rapper.
George, N. (2014) said, Although Michael Jackson's Thriller was released in November 1982, the artist and the album's immense cultural impact solidified in early 1984. It took 2 years for the album to become popular. According to George, N. (2014) “Thriller spent 17 of its 37 weeks a top the Billboard 200 during an uninterrupted streak that ran from Dec. 24,1983 through April 14,1984, second only to the West Side Story soundtrack.” Then George, N. (2014) says The pop star, then 25, would take home eight Grammys for the album in February and break a Hot 100 record for the most top 10 singles from the same album -- seven -- when the title track, buoyed by its groundbreaking John Landis-directed video, peaked at No. 4 on March 3rd. This album made history.
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Possibly the most controversial book ever written, The Prince by Machiavelli, focuses on how a Prince or leader should rule. Many of the techniques that are stated in the text have caused many debates ever since it’s publication. When Machiavelli composed the Prince, his contemporaries were shocked at the ideas and themes presented. The Prince introduced a whole new way of thinking that was almost completely contrary to present beliefs. For that reason, in 1559 the Pope banned the printing of the Prince and the rest of Machiavelli’s writings. What makes the Prince so controversial? The ideas presented in the book, such as the end justifies the means, makes it so controversial. Machiavelli’s influence can be seen through out history and literature. Because of his massive influence, Machiavelli acquired the word Machiavellian, meaning anyone characterized by the political principles and methods that Machiavelli recommended in The Prince. There are many examples of past and present Machiavellian leaders, such as King Henry VIII, Joseph Stalin, and Adolf Hitler. Machiavelli’s The Prince makes an easy guide for any dictator or leader to rule and sustain power.