First Time Hearing Prince & The Revolution - “Let's Go Crazy” Reaction | Asia and BJ

[@4444mbutler]

He was in a dispute with Warner Brothers over the rights to his music and his name, they were claiming the rights to 50% of everything under "Prince" so he changed his name to a symbol formerly known as Prince so that he would own all of his music. And he was truly a musical genius, played well over 20 instruments.

[@matthewirwin6134]

Amazing guitar player.

[@hackapump]

His conflict with his label was complicated and not just about royalties: He had a long standing conflict with them regarding how much music he was allowed to release - he always wanted to release more, they were holding him back. He also resented them owning the masters of his recordings, meaning they had the control over his music. Him changing his artist name put his contract with them in a grey zone, although he was still bound by it. But it was an act of war in a sense, and he eventually got his way and was able to renegotiate the contract the way he wanted it. Many artists learnt a lot from him about artist rights in the process. He was a trailblazer in more ways than one.

[@butterflymama0838]

I feel that if Prince would've had full control of his catalog and releasing more of his great unknown music he would've been a billionaire easily.

[@wordygirlandco]

💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜Prince=Genius. So creative and a super talent. Heft so much great music and influenced so many other musicians. In the midst of a contractual dispute with his GREEDY record lable(Warner Bros.) in 1993, he changed his stage name to the unpronounceable symbol (known to fans as the "Love Symbol") and was often referred to as The Artist Formerly Known as Prince (or TAFKAP) or simply The Artist.After moving to Arista Records in 1998, Prince reverted to his original name in 2000.

[@Ray1969.]

Prince also made this stand not for just himself but for all other artists. The man was a musical genius and maybe an even better person

[@AmyC-j4p]

Prince was an absolute musical genius 💜💜💜💜

[@CofyjunkyPNW]

There was an episode of 'Bones' when a reg character asked a rock star character, "Who would win in a bar fight? Prince & The New Power Generation, or the members of Korn?" Rock star's response? "Never mess with Prince." 💜

[@Enfield-1853]

Must see Prince's half time show at the Super Bowl in the rain. Word was that when they told him it was going to rain, he was really into it. Guess he figured singing Purple Rain in the rain would be special. He was right. I am 63, we lived thru some wonderful music.

[@klasseact6663]

I got my first traffic ticket to this song during the guitar solo...ran a red light and the cop was RIGHT THERE😋

[@patrickoneal8138]

And don't forget Prince is a Badass Guitar player. His Guitar playing is very underrated. Patrick from Wilmington Delaware

[@surlechapeau]

Asia & BJ, you’ll love his “Little Red Corvette” and “Delirious”!!!

[@annastayja]

Maybe see Asia's reaction to darling Nikki 😂

[@joellenglass2344]

Prince!! Man there’s just certain entertainers that you never forget and he’s one of those people!

[@candancecarmean770]

He could write the music play all the instruments, write the lyrics and sing the song. Choreograph all the dance moves instruct his dancers and lead the dance. Direct the cast on his videos while performing his part. Je could also produce all his own music. This man needed no one he was the most gifted misician of all time, not to mention the sexiest man ever.❤️ The day he passed away 5 of my 7 children called me to make sure i didnt hear it on the news. They knew how important he was to me. In my family he has fans ranging in age from my Mama 78 to my granddaughters age 2. RIP Prince Rogers Nelson

[@Guildofarcanelore]

He was so incredibly talented that if you gave him a rock and a stick he could bang out a symphony.

[@jenniferrichardson8474]

The reason why he changed his name to a symbol was because he was in a legal battle with his record company at the time. The record executives wanted to take control over an album that he wished to release. The executives thought this album was way to similiar to an album he had put out prior and therefore halted the release of the album. Prince stipulated that he himself had written and produced (and self funded the production) of the songs He recorded the songs at his private studio in Paisley Park (again, using his own money). And, on top of that, he himself played all of the instruments on the album. Prince became outraged when the executives refused to put out the album. He even went so far as to write "slave" on his cheek at some point due to the fact that he felt he was a.slave to the record company. He said in an interview with Oprah that he only needed the company to distribute the cd's to stores. He felt it was totally unfair for them to exert so much control over his original music. And I must say that I totally agree with him on this point. I know I would be angry if I had spent hours in my own recording studio recording the songs that I had personally written just to have excutives say sorry, but we refuse to release your album. Why many bands and artists now opt to go the independent route.

[@alexakl6445]

Loved watching them perform this song in his "Purple Rain" movie - well, all the music in it is excellent, even the guy who plays his rival is very entertaining. You can't NOT move to his song, and his guitar solos - off the chain! Soooo talented!

[@VinzClorthokeymasterofGozer]

The guy.... That's Morris Day and the MF Time. Better recognize. 😂

[@saiyanleague653]

I wish they played the Album version of this. The intro is such a fire starta 🔥

[@pacebrison1453]

I’ve never been all that affected when a celebrity passes away. Prince and Robin Williams affected me profoundly. Music and stand up comedy are my two favorite art forms. Prince and Robin Williams were, in my opinion, the pinnacle in these art forms. I miss Prince and his music immensely. The absolute best guitarist of my generation.

[@smh93]

Is "Song of the Heart" one of your favorite songs? :)

[@Triggerhippie70]

Listen, I was born in January 1970. Prince was everything to me. as a teenager. My entire bedroom was covered in posters. I dated a guy named Ozzie just because he drove a purple motorcycle and dressed like prince. This is one of my favorite songs and I love every single thing he’s done. Now my favorite song by Prince is The Beautiful Ones. by the way, I actually turned out normal I promise you.! Lol

[@tylerhackner9731]

My favorite artist of all time

[@RickKarkau]

Should have played non-edited version where he gives a little sermon at the start. It really sets it up great for the music!

[@agoodday4pi]

I miss Prince 🕊️😢

[@TwiztedGenius]

THERE WILL NEVER BE ANOTHER N THIS LIFETIME, I WAS THERE FROM THE BEGINNING, AND PRINCE CHANGE MY LIFE!!! I MISS O(+> SO MUCH

[@PatiAnn]

One of my personal favs too from Prince ❤❤💃💃🎊🎉💃💃❤

[@Thomas-aka-TomD]

Gotta do the Live of "Its Gonna be a Beautiful Night" from Sign O' the Times. All Prince skills on display! Always love the energy Asia and BJ!

[@ThePittsburghToddy]

Fantastic performance! I was about to say the same thing!🖖🏼

[@jeanniedebartolo5965]

Prince was iconic and amazing. Please please react to I Would Die For You. To me his best. Anyway he’s a master of all and so G-d damn handsome and sexy. RIP love 💜💜💜

[@hughfuller8416]

My favorite Prince song.

[@hughfuller8416]

I also love “Darling Nicki.”

[@kevinmarker-cz3bx]

Love..I repeat..Love this song..the message and the voice and of course the Gautier..testify

[@NeutronDance]

If this doesnt get you hyped then you have no soul

[@Ed7501]

The Prince Estate is doing such a poor job of promoting his music to the new generation, it's up to reactors like you to keep his legacy alive to the younger audience. And I thank you for that!

[@renewillner5061]

Prince a crazy great performer …lovelovelove ❤️✌🏻🍁

[@adrianmartin8153]

Yall, really need 2 watch this movie. It's so epic! And it shows u what it was really Like back then 😢❤😂😮

[@lindalee5866]

!!! My favorite tune from the PR album. Saw him at the Philly Purple Rain concert (80s). Amazing live performer. Prince did it all. Check out some of his live performances on youtube.

[@vickiejenkins-tripp5994]

I couldn't get to the record store fast enough when Purple Rain came out 😅

[@ScottLaVine-br8wt]

I was at the 3 Philly shows.

[@JCourts2k23]

Its even better on the halftime show in the pouring rain.

[@janstein3857]

Luv Prince! He was a musical genius!

[@randallholliday7214]

His movie "Purple Rain" is one y'all should check out. Great movie and soundtrack. RIP Prince!!

[@karenfryberger4260]

Everyone seems to concentrate on early Prince (though of course he was incredible from the get-go). I'd love to see people react to more mature Prince: "1+1+1=3 (Live at the Aladdin, Las Vegas, 12/2/2005)" - fyi, the eighth track on his 24th album The Rainbow Children and his first album after reverting to his name, Prince. AND "Prince Live - Play that funky Music - Hollywood Swinging - Fantastic Voyage 4/28/11." A medley, his 3rd encore after a 3hr show - it is incredible. There's more, always more, but please consider adding one or both of these to your long list of requests. You won't regret it.

[@AmyC-j4p]

RIP prince miss him every day 😢

[@trinityluv8560]

Prince is saying De-Elavator ( the devil ) take us down. The symbol has a name as Prince legally changed his name . It LOVE SYMBOL #2 . He refused 2 tell anyone and had templets made to distribute to the press. Aisa is kinda right Prince used the symbols for male and female. He wasn't a drug addict and he had help crossing over. I've worked with Prince at Paisley and made a video with him. Spending time with him was priceless.#peaceandstaywild

[@butterflymama0838]

@trinityluv8560 what did you do with him? Are you a singer?

[@JC-MindsEye-777]

I fondly remember back in my club days, we use to go to Goth/Industrial nights, at one point the DJ, just for the hell of it put this song on and EVERYONE lost their minds and jumped up on the dance floor! It was insane. From the intro alone when he says "Dearly beloved..." you felt electrified knowing your jam was on. Still get those chills hearing it to this day. 🕺💃

[@angelado3]

Loved Prince !!! 😍🤩😘💜💜

[@cindyv1401]

PRINCE 💜 💜 💜 MY FIRST LOVE ❣️❣️❣️ R.I.P. 🙏

[@annastayja]

Not my 1st love but sure af knew every song on this album. Had a dance for each song too

[@nrdztx]

I remember I was in first grade when Purple Rain came out. I remember the trailers always showing Prince riding his motorcycle to this song, so I would ride my bike singing this song pretending I was in the movie. 😂 Oh and seeing 👀Apolonia for the first time as a 6 y/o 😮😮 All these years later Purple Rain is still fire 🔥.

[@teresamcclendon9029]

Love, love,love Prince!! He's the only guy that could wear heels and steal your woman!!!💥💓💓💓💓🙏

[@stuartsullenbarger2023]

Red corvette was one of my favorite songs along with purple rain.

[@ShawneeS-sv5rz]

The symbol of prince came from the record industry and his research and rebellion which Kanye has talked about lately. Prince was and is amazing ❤

[@sandrar6063]

Miss Prince. 😔 Phenomenal artist ❤

[@roydownes2458]

this man could PLAY. there is a live version of george harrrisons "while my guitar gently weeps" with tom petty and dhani harrison. he soloed at the end and tore it UP.

[@bh1326]

You cant enjoy Prince as much as possible unless you watch a live video. THE BEST!!

[@smh93]

Prince definitely doesn't get enough credit for being innovative. Even beyond the music - just the business sense he had...first artist to release a lyric video (Sign O the Times), first artist to sell an album exclusively online (Crystal Ball), his relationship to his fans & his online NPG Music Club still hasn't been replicated in the same way, releasing albums through the newspaper (Planet Earth & 20Ten), including album sales in concert tickets to make them chart higher and forcing Nielsen to change the way they audit sales (Musicology)....the list literally goes on and on till the break of dawn. 😅 The name change to a symbol wasn't ego-related like you're describing, it was about intellectual property and not being able to own any of the work he released under his birth name while under contract with Warner Bros (Warn-a-Brother like Prince lovingly referred to them...). He went by simply "the artist" because that's how he was referred to in contractual law. A friend of mine dressed as the "sign guy" for Halloween this year and one of his cardboard signs said "If Taylor would have listened to Prince, we wouldn't need 'her version.'" Lol

[@Noelle0026]

I remember driving around playing this so loud. Such a great record!

[@adrianmartin8153]

Because Warner Bros owned his music. He really was a Slave 2 them

[@MARKB3946]

This is just a fun song ... Full of energy and awesomeness. 🔥

[@cindyphifer970]

Love Prince. His was the last concert I went to. So good

[@renauldray]

When I was much much younger, i couldn't stand the music my mother used to play. As I matured, I realized that she was listening to really good music. I see it with my own children. I know they used to hate the "old" stuff I made them listen to in my car but now I am surprised how knowledgeable they are about "my music". They couldn't stand that I listened to Prince so much, but now they love him and even know words to certain songs. When you boil it down, good music is good music, no matter what era it came from.

[@sarinacahrier4288]

One of my favorite prince songs

[@lisaprince6996]

Prince was a phenomenal musician! He played mainly guitar, but could play many other instruments as well! Nobody can measure up to Prince!

[@CofyjunkyPNW]

Y'all should've seen the official video. Way better! 💜 ~ Jenn-X

[@chrisoi559]

absolutely, without a doubt, the Greatest Of All Time.. Rest in Peace Prince 💜🎼

[@joanlajara3939]

So awesome!! Love Prince!! God given talent! RIP Prince❤️

[@kellifranklin9872]

There’s artists out there now that call themselves “genius,” but Prince was actually a music genius. I remember when “Purple Rain” premiered while I was in high school and my friends and I went and saw it multiple times! His absence is definitely noticeable.

[@mztweety1374]

His death damn near broke me

[@alanfriesen9837]

Our generation's Mozart.

[@chrisstone5868]

Exactly, there was no one like him! Musical genius. Not just singing, but I’m sure a lot of people will tell you why he changed what he did. And the amount of instruments he could play. The solo in this is just CRAZY!!!! Prince was and is THE TRUTH!!

[@PauTay942]

impossible to not dance and sing along. so good.

[@danielmarshall3102]

First song that got me on to Prince. Since then realized his unique talent like a mix of Michael Jackson and Jimi Hendrix between his moves and guitar talents.

[@filtersplz9319]

I could be mistaken but I also read that Prince owed money to vendors on his prolific number of videos in the hey day of MTV. I loved his music of course. He was so creative and a consummate performer.

[@angelacollins-eb5nk]

Prince played dozens of differences instruments , wrote his own music and wrote music for other artists. Prince wanted to get out of his recording contract so he stopped recording music as prince and became known as the artist formally known as prince. He used the symbol.

[@davidholmes0416]

Prince was an ICON! One of the greatest.

[@JoeSmith-ey2xp]

This was a crowd pleaser in concert.

[@johncollins1177]

Prince was an amazing guitar player. RIP.

[@jazshas]

Prince's style of dressing was a combination of old style Spanish, Mexican, and English clothing. His hi heels remind me of the shoes flamenco dancers wore but more spikey.

[@DaniBlazin]

Prince! Ayooah! (Prince scream) 🎸

[@larryoneill7432]

I was in San Diego in the USN when this came out. Had some fun there lol

[@OrondeBranch]

Yall might as well go ahead and react to the whole album and then the movie. Don’t cheat yourselves….😂

[@vickiejenkins-tripp5994]

No doubt!

[@paulbunch7772]

Hey BJ, prince changed his name to break free from his label. He wanted full control of his music, his image and likeness...all of it. It was a big fight that he eventually won. And he started a whole awakening of artists taking control of their music. Legend. Still miss him!!!

[@SkyeBlueToo]

This version isnt the original version because the beginning was cut but lets go crazy is in the top ten of my favorite Prince songs

[@seansmith5826]

Definite movie you must see... Purple Rain. This song will make so much more sense.

[@vaughnnewman8903]

Great song, great album. Prince never got the recognition he deserved for being an amazing guitarist.

[@A.Light33]

You guys should react to him live performances from the 80's or 90s, even if it's to a song you've already heard. He took the song to the next level where a lot of other artists don't sound good live lol.

[@lorriwood8545]

Y'all know that Prince could play almost 30 different instruments. He dang sure wasn't techno. He played his own music his own flare. I just Loved him. God Bless y'all ✌️✌️ & ❤❤

[@mikeb36240]

How about checking out some of the music from The Time. Prince and Morris Day, (Time lead singer), did much of the same type of music and went to school together.

[@dmason530]

Have you ever reacted to the Canadian Band 'Blackie and the Rodeo Kings'? Amazing band!!!!

[@donnabannister793]

🎶🎼🎵C'mon babyyy...letssss go 🎸❤️‍🔥🎸❤️‍🔥🎸

[@ovlifer1]

If you watch his interview on Larry King, he talks about why he changed from Prince to the symbol. He said he didn’t name himself “The Artist”, the media did. He wanted a fresh start. It’s a great interview.

[@pkleo73]

this album.. was played on repeat for many a time lol. But this, MJ's Thriller, and Debbie Gibson were my first records. lol. I make no apologies 😆

[@garytom1935]

Awesome movie and song, good jam yeah 🤘😆🤘🎸🥁🎤🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@CANDOKNOWHOW]

Do yourselves a solid and check out Prince- “Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad?”. It’s an EARLY era Prince tune and it’s SUPERBADDD! Pure 🔥

[@renauldray]

It was a business move. Imagine someone trying to tell you how to raise your children. Warner Bros. had control over "his children" and he didn't agree with the record business model but he was under contract as Prince. Anything he produced under 0+> or the artist, was outside of his contract, so he had complete control over these recordings. He was more than just a musical genius, he was innovative and a inspiration for younger artist who didn't know the business. RIH to the true G.O.A.T.

[@edwardcrews2952]

Thank you. He was magical

[@seraph6758]

Such an amazing album!

[@AuntieNina68]

Going to high school in the 80s was the best! I was a Prince Fanatic! Let's look for the purple banana till they put us in the truck!

[@joepimentel1426]

He is great in a tribute to George Harrrison

[@kennycamaro2361]

Hi friends, good to see you again!

[@chad9017]

But whoknows he did some great stuff for sure

[@truckerlife3917]

It's been verified that he literally can play every instrument known to man.

[@FixedVariable]

If you two haven't watched Purple Rain ye, you definitely should. You'll enjoy it.

[@crazybear53]

Purple Rain vinyl ( i had the original) and the movie are all fantastic

[@mztweety1374]

New challenge. Listen to Prince and try not to😢😢😢

[@DeAnne1233]

I remember being so frustrated that Prince would not allow ANY of his music on internet platforms, especially KZbin. If anyone uploaded his music or videos to YT before his death, it was removed within about ten minutes. Someone must have created a keyword search algorithm to flag everything Prince related for copyright violations. After he passed, all of his music and videos showed up everywhere within about ten minutes. Purple Reign. He is missed but what a gift he left behind for us. I must admit, I am curious to know who is getting all of his royalties now.

[@ashleyrussell-inhouse9541]

Took 4 seconds to switch this off - wrong version sorry - entire intro section is missing - same mistake as Rob Squad. Look at Seb Duran's live @ Syracuse (which, if anything, is more amazing than the studio version) if its a copywright thing - not trolling, just saying...you guys are usually great - and yes, I know, I have way too much time on my hands :-{)

[@Jagangela]

they can react to any version...

[@ashleyrussell-inhouse9541]

And I can react any way I like @@Jagangela

[@TarheelKev]

David Phelps doing Whitney Houston "I Have Nothing".Asia you will love it❤

[@dudemandave2000]

Can't believe you've never heard this before!

[@sacrednavigator5003]

Truly enjoy checking out you reactions. Here is a suggestion that I am sure that you and your listeners will enjoy. Sam Cooke "Teenage Sonata"

[@devernmosley4421]

I truly need you two to see the’Prince’ movie, ‘Purple Rain’ ! It’s imperative !!

[@rama30]

Rest in peace great prince.

[@scottvanhille5688]

Such a classic, Prince was crazy haha shoot. We should get nuts, not sure if peanuts or almonds would be best.

[@christinawright7054]

Love your voice

[@mjm5081]

🙏❤🌹Prince🌹❤🙏