Prince wrote this song about Johnathan Melvoin. The man was a talented musician who could not overcome his addiction to heroin. He died of a drug overdose. Johnathan is the sisters of twin Wendy and Susannah Melvoin. He worked with Prince and the Revolution,Smashing Pumpkins and Wendy Melvoin and Lisa Coleman on their albums. This is a beautiful ballad that does bring tears to my eyes.
I've been playing guitar for 36 years, and this guy, this talent is overwhelming, particularly when his message is attempting to deliver one-ness, via God the father. Thou shalt have no other Gods before me. But thou should sing about him, with soul if you please.
Since I`ve heart this wonderful song the first time - I LOVE IT and it gives me hope; had been alway s in the car with US ; and now always with me on tape; thank`s for posting -- love it THANK`S
@NovaScotiaChick Ik heb hem gezien in de O2 in Londen (kon van iemand een kaartje overnemen) en afgelopen keer in Ahoy tijdens de tweede nacht van North Sea Jazz. Ik zal je een link sturen van dit nummer live tijdens NSJ. Als je de kans krijgt om hem live te zien: GAAN!!! Worth every penny. ;)
This song is just another great one by Prince. Let's see 35 years and still making it happen, yes nice work. Did anyone ever notice he does not care what we think, that is a true Artist.
@TheeAntonio0914 totally agree with u. To me Prince es awesome because I can listen to any kind of music only with his albums. And thats beacause Prince doesn´t care if we like the album, he love his music, and thatswhy he is the best. jajajaj My fav album now is the love symbol one, tomorrow may be emancipation
Prince wrote this song about Johnathan Melvoin. The man was a talented musician who could not overcome his addiction to heroin. He died of a drug overdose. Johnathan is the sisters of twin Wendy and Susannah Melvoin. He worked with Prince and the Revolution,Smashing Pumpkins and Wendy Melvoin and Lisa Coleman on their albums. This is a beautiful ballad that does bring tears to my eyes.
angelface3121 1 month ago
When you scroll over to "related artists" under ANY of Prince's songs, it should state "NONE AVAILABLE". There is noone even remotely close to him.
jbridges30 1 month ago
This song is amazing. He has so many great songs in his library! Prince is truly from another place!!
musicology1999 1 month ago
What can U say? LEGENDARY. PEACE.
MrVegasVince 2 months ago in playlist Prince
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witchfrija 2 months ago
I've been playing guitar for 36 years, and this guy, this talent is overwhelming, particularly when his message is attempting to deliver one-ness, via God the father. Thou shalt have no other Gods before me. But thou should sing about him, with soul if you please.
tommyg524 2 months ago
+1 Emancipation: the most underrated album ever made...to me the best of Prince
LaGulaDelNorte 3 months ago 2
@LaGulaDelNorte EXTREMELY UNDERRATED!!!
juliansanaaya 1 week ago
This song is so beautiful, it moves my heart and brings tears to my eyes.
Baby1mAStar 3 months ago
this song is bloody great.... Hope he gets back on form soon
MrPrincefan7 3 months ago
Prince goes places that other musicians just can't see, much less explore. He truly is a blessing to all who listen.
thisischavez 3 months ago
this song is deep,awsome,i agree ...this make me cry as well.prince is the best,listen to the works.WOW
HFCM67 4 months ago
One of the greatest songs ever recorded. Incredibly touching.
quikman231 4 months ago
This song will take your spiritually to another level. Deep, true and meaningful. I can't stop listening to it....
SistaMiniB 5 months ago
this really is something else..... i adore love songs but this takes everything to another level............... prince is magic <3
Pixiedusttosser 5 months ago
man this is a real song and i can feel everything that you being....prince and OMG this is speachless
MsLawana1 5 months ago
true too
craigfromnewcastle 5 months ago
Possibly the most beautiful ballad ever made. Wish he would play it live more often. peace
OberstHulmbug 6 months ago 7
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OberstHulmbug 6 months ago
awesome song! never heard it b4...I like it...
7archangels2 7 months ago
Since I`ve heart this wonderful song the first time - I LOVE IT and it gives me hope; had been alway s in the car with US ; and now always with me on tape; thank`s for posting -- love it THANK`S
xena1154 7 months ago 3
Awesome!
MrAjamwood 7 months ago
I went to his concert at he Ahoy on the 9th of July 2011.
Heard this song for the first time and loved it.
Very inspirational and easily the best song of the night.
This man also really knows how to play his guitar.
vanjara 7 months ago 3
@vanjara Ah you went to see Prince?!?!? Ik ben zo jaloers!!! :)
NovaScotiaChick 5 months ago
@NovaScotiaChick Ik heb hem gezien in de O2 in Londen (kon van iemand een kaartje overnemen) en afgelopen keer in Ahoy tijdens de tweede nacht van North Sea Jazz. Ik zal je een link sturen van dit nummer live tijdens NSJ. Als je de kans krijgt om hem live te zien: GAAN!!! Worth every penny. ;)
vanjara 5 months ago
@PurplePaisleyPark it's probably his best album I think, every song is amazing
Barefoot67 8 months ago 2
So true.
Boardbabe70 8 months ago in playlist Afspelen
One of his best songs and that is some stiff competition ;)
MrKrueger71 9 months ago 3
wow.
Baby1mAStar 9 months ago
just simply BEAUTIFUL.....
airwatts 9 months ago 3
this song makes me cry
LaGulaDelNorte 10 months ago 17
@LaGulaDelNorte ...a good cry...I feel it, too....
thisischavez 3 months ago
@LaGulaDelNorte This song makes me cry also. It always gets me in the end! I love it.
p3121 3 months ago
#1 song on Emancipation!!!!!! This song leaves me speechless!!!!!
tinapbutler 10 months ago 3
this song was played only once during 20Ten in Europe but was the absolute highlight of this tour
pietje3480 11 months ago
beautiful
flyorra 11 months ago
top song
maticko111 11 months ago
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Beautiful song, but even better performed live!
Aerofan66 11 months ago
Beautiful song, but even better performed live!
Aerofan66 11 months ago 2
Beautiful song, but even better performed live!
Aerofan66 11 months ago
Beautiful song, but even better performed live!
Aerofan66 11 months ago
My favorite song on the Emancipation album
CamilleLP68 1 year ago
@CamilleLP68 MINE 2 :-)
tinapbutler 10 months ago
this is on the EMANCIPATION album ;D
this is great live!!!
acidsuga 1 year ago
yes i just saw this performed live in Oakland!!!! GREAT UPLOAD!!!! ROCK ON PURPLE KING!!!!
daburn2008 1 year ago
what album is this from?
mg0398227 1 year ago
This song is just another great one by Prince. Let's see 35 years and still making it happen, yes nice work. Did anyone ever notice he does not care what we think, that is a true Artist.
TheeAntonio0914 1 year ago 4
@TheeAntonio0914 totally agree with u. To me Prince es awesome because I can listen to any kind of music only with his albums. And thats beacause Prince doesn´t care if we like the album, he love his music, and thatswhy he is the best. jajajaj My fav album now is the love symbol one, tomorrow may be emancipation
LaGulaDelNorte 11 months ago