Prince, one of the most polarizing artists in history, passed away in his home on Thursday, April 21, 2016 according to his publicist. Details of Prince's untimely death have not been released, but his fans around the world mourn his loss.
Prince Rogers Nelson was born on June 7, 1958 in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and grew up to be a legendary music icon. The man was small in stature, standing at just 5 feet 2 inches, but he was larger than life. Prince is a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, having won seven Grammy's, an Academy Award, and selling more than 100 million records over the course of his career.
Prince was drawn to music at a young age, using it as refuge from a turbulent life at home. He started his own band in high school, covering songs by the great James Brown, Miles Davis, and Jimi Hendricks. Prince later on released dozens of hits, but his most notable are "When Doves Cry," "Purple Rain," "Little Red Corvette," and "Raspberry Beret."
Prince will always be recognized as one of the most influential artists in history. Those who were lucky enough to see him perform live could appreciate how he commanded the stage and captivated the audience. Prince was a one of a kind artist and he will never be forgotten. Rest in peace.
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