Prince's 'Purple Rain' Turns 25
- Posted on Jun 25th 2009 9:00AM by Spinner Staff
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It was a different world when His Purple Majesty released his landmark album with the Revolution back in 1984, and it's been a different world ever since that classic 'When Doves Cry' riff blasted through millions of music fans' speakers.
In honor of the 25th anniversary of the release of 'Purple Rain,' Spinner takes a look at what other musicians have said about Prince's wide-reaching influence. Share your 'Purple' memories in the comments!
"There are many kings -- King Henry VIII, King Solomon, King Tut, King James, King Kong and the three kings. But there is only one Prince."
--Alicia Keys
"He wasn't afraid to write lyrics that other people wouldn't want to say. It's like those people that watch porn but won't admit it."
--Justin Timberlake
"Prince does so many things, it's almost like he can do it all ... For me, he can be the new Duke Ellington of our time if he just keeps at it."
--Miles Davis
"His brain became a musical melting pot of different styles and varied influences, yet all of his songs were unmistakably Prince."
--Patterson Hood of Drive By Truckers
"My friends and I went to see 'Purple Rain' numerous times. A lot of people wanted to be Prince in my high school."
--Mariah Carey
"There's still very much this big brother-little brother vibe. I love him. I really do."
--Terence Trent D'Arby
"I think we all grew up with him ... The Georgie Fruit character is heavily influenced by Prince."
--Bryan Pool of Of Montreal
"I like the fact that Prince did whatever he wanted; he has a unique style. He is a hell of a guitar player. And that man can dance!"
--JC Chasez
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