60. Prince

Prince was a pop music curiosity until 1984. At that point, he became a superstar with the release of “Purple Rain.” He continued to produce hits throughout the 80s and into the 90s. His style combines rock, funk, R&B, pop, and whatever is going through the Purple One’s mind. Prince is a member of the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame and is probably the most talented artist to arrive on the scene since Jimy Hendrix.

Rock n Roll Moment: In 1993, Prince changed his name to a symbol to protest his record company. He also wrote the word “slave” onto his cheek to protest their attempts to control his music.

Essential Prince:
Dirty Mind (1980)
1999 (1982)
Purple Rain (1984)
Sign o The Times (1987)
Diamonds and Pearls (1991)

Prince’s Top 10:
Controversy
1999
Little Red Corvette
Purple Rain
Let’s Go Crazy
When Doves Cry
Kiss
Seven
Cream
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