![]() ![]() A lead single from, 'When Doves Cry' became a of Prince's. Prince died of a at his recording studio and home in, on April 21, 2016, at the age of 57. His final album, was first released on the streaming service on December 12, 2015. He released 16 albums after that, including the platinum-selling (2004). ![]() In 2000, he began referring to himself as 'Prince' again. He released five records between 19 before signing with in 1998. In 1993, while in a contractual dispute with Warner Bros., he changed his stage name to, an unpronounceable symbol also known as the 'Love Symbol', and began releasing new albums at a faster pace to remove himself from contractual obligations. He released three more solo albums before debuting band in 1991. After releasing the albums (1985) and (1986), The Revolution disbanded, and Prince released the double album (1987) as a solo artist. It quickly became his most critically and commercially successful release, spending 24 consecutive weeks atop the and selling over 20 million copies worldwide. In 1984, he began referring to his backup band as and released, the soundtrack album to his eponymous 1984 film debut. His 1979 album went, and his next three records- (1980), (1981), and (1982)-continued his success, showcasing Prince's prominently sexual lyrics and blending of funk, dance, and rock music. He signed a recording contract with at the age of 17, and released his debut album in 1978. He was born in and developed an interest in music as a young child. He was inducted into the in 2004, his first year of eligibility. He won eight, six, a, and an for the film. He has sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the. His music integrated a wide variety of styles, including, and. Prince was a musical innovator who was known for his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence, extravagant dress and makeup, and wide.
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