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Everybody needs a thrill

"Pop Life" was the second U.S. (and final U.K.) single off Prince and The Revolution's 1985 album Around the World in a Day, released on 10 July 1985. The lyrics relate the pitfalls of being a celebrity. The song starts with a faded-in synth line and quickly starts the main tune. The easy groove is achieved with a smooth bass guitar and piano embellishments. A drum machine provides handclaps to make the song danceable. "Pop Life" was recorded before Purple Rain was even completed, indicating the new direction Prince wanted to take after the movie hype. Drums… read more
"Pop Life" was the second U.S. (and final U.K.) single off Prince and The Revolution's 1985 album Around the World in a Day, released … read more
"Pop Life" was the second U.S. (and final U.K.) single off Prince and The Revolution's 1985 album Around the World in a Day, released on 10 July 1985. The lyrics relate th… read more

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Prince Rogers Nelson (June 7, 1958 - April 21, 2016), known professionally as Prince, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, actor, and filmmaker. He was associated with the development of the Minneapolis sound, a style that combined elements of funk, rock, pop, R&B, and new wave. Throughout his career, he was noted for his musical versatility, prolific output, and influence on popular music. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Prince was raised in a musical family. His father, John Lewis Nelson, was a pianist and songwriter, and his mother, Mattie Della Shaw, was a j… read more
Prince Rogers Nelson (June 7, 1958 - April 21, 2016), known professionally as Prince, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, actor, and filmmaker. He was associated with the … read more
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