Prince

Date of Birth: June 7, 1958

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Date of Death: April 21, 2016

Biography

Prince Rogers Nelson, known mononymously as Prince, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, record producer, and filmmaker. Born on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Prince was renowned for his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence, and wide vocal range. He pioneered the Minneapolis sound, blending rock, funk, R&B, and new wave music. Prince achieved critical and commercial success with albums like “1999,” “Purple Rain,” and “Sign o’ the Times.” Throughout his career, he sold over 150 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. Prince was also known for his activism, challenging music industry norms and advocating for artist rights. He passed away on April 21, 2016, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the music world.

5 Interesting Facts about Prince

1. Prince was a self-taught musician who played multiple instruments, including guitar, drums, and piano.

2. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award for his work on the film “Purple Rain.”

3. Prince changed his name to an unpronounceable symbol (Love Symbol #2) in 1993 as a protest against his record label, Warner Bros.

4. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004.

5. Prince was known for his vault of unreleased music, which includes thousands of songs.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Prince

1. “Despite everything, no one can dictate who you are to other people.”

2. “A strong spirit transcends rules.”

3. “Compassion is an action word with no boundaries.”

4. “Music is real. It affects people; it’s real.”

5. “Sometimes it takes years for a person to become an overnight success.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

The highest net worth Prince achieved was estimated to be around $300 million.

Children

Prince had one child, Boy Gregory Nelson, who was born on October 16, 1996, but tragically died a week later from Pfeiffer syndrome, a rare genetic disorder.