Adam Levine Performs "Purple Rain" at the Howard Stern Birthday Bash on SiriusXM

Adam Levine and Train perform Prince's "Purple Rain" at Howard's 2014 Birthday Bash on SiriusXM!
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[@howardstern]

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[@kayeatchley2292]

Adam rocked this, I’m sure Prince was smiling down! Awesome job Levine!!!!

[@kayeatchley2292]

Pat Monohan nailed it too!

[@Hugbug567]

I get it. All Stars Edition of HSx rocker bfs sorry glory hogs

[@Hugbug567]

I’m bringing somebody to the hall of fame but i have too many selection. I bring Rusk for shampoo girl experience gb

[@Hugbug567]

Bye beauty hog

[@Floppyflipflops473]

Adam Levine really showed his versatility on this, brilliant.

[@erinhodge9750]

Iimkjj

[@pemalama2224]

Remembering my bachelor days Millions of love from Nepal 🇳🇵

[@JM-lo9xk]

He did! Prince would have been in awe! They did such an amazing job❤️

[@budmiller807]

Incredible

[@tophr2710]

Except he trashed the solo

[@tapashe9239]

Dont think a lot of people realize how amazing this guy is.

[@suedeegan8827]

I just came out and my husband was listening to this, when he told me it was Adam Levine, I was shocked

[@Howlingburd19]

Watches his Super Bowl performance...

[@k.g.m.254]

I've been knowing he's VERY good for years.

[@sharon21382]

*Thats ok. There’s more of him for US‼️❌⭕️😘*

[@GK-mi4bj]

Very nice song

[@ArthasProVEVO]

For his guitar SOLOS,RESPECT RESPECT RESPECT for Adam Levine, most people didn't knew he could shred SOLOS this good

[@VelvetOrchyd]

I didn’t even know he could play guitar....imagine my surprise 🤣😂

[@shifalmohamed2512]

@@VelvetOrchyd he used to play in almost every song before they sold out

[@JR-wj9bh]

He's okay

[@jacobnassberg4016]

Supposedly, in an interview with Howard after the performance he told Howard that he basically learned the guitar solo while getting ready backstage. I think he had flown in on a red eye.

[@johnaldrinfortuno4073]

Well on his first band he's the lead and the guitarist

[@tommmiv3586]

Wow. I did not expect Adam Levine to be this good at guitar. Absolutely nailed that solo

[@Shantiante]

Levine considers himself guitarist first, singer second. From that perspective it isn't that suprising. And I think rightly so. He has a distinctive and unique voice, but he isn't gifted otherwise.

[@emdee333]

I was amazed

[@psychedpanda3333]

It’s just a minor pentatonic

[@marcusnewman8639]

@@psychedpanda3333 It's a major pentatonic

[@psychedpanda3333]

@@marcusnewman8639 I don’t think it’s major but ok

[@BaljeetSingh-hc5of]

If no one's gonna do it then I will. Props to drummer for that amazing rhythm.

[@Spider_7_7]

Agreed

[@n.w.o.3422]

WTF bro 😂

[@edwinchavarria9009]

Metronome

[@deathninja16]

Train's drummer.

[@lincolnvargas7281]

Amazing rhythm! Agreed

[@KJ-bl9ev]

I’ve watched this about 20 times and this is the best rendition of Purple Rain since Prince himself. As a rock fan this was an amazing performance

[@David_Downs]

The Ween version is killer too...

[@TrinidadJamesWoods]

My favorite is still the version Prince did on Arsenio. That being said, Adam Levine really impressed me with his guitar chops.

[@denesbodnar4573]

Totally agreed.

[@lindacumberland7046]

One of the best

[@jontyson5407]

Son you're deluded.

[@NOTLeavingLV]

My opinion on Adam Levine is changed. This is... the best cover of this I could ever imagine hearing.

[@jace121121]

bruce springstien

[@loveiverwashereasherself4803]

He’s A CLASSIC!!!!

[@victorberthellarsen]

Martin Miller with Mark Lettieri!

[@maltz1881]

Nobody could ever compare to Prince but dam Adam L gives it everything!!

[@bradmize1644]

You go, boy! Damn Adam, was you feeling it or what? I'm sure you made the man himself proud. LOVE, LOVE, LOVED IT!!!

[@Smilingsun23]

Me too. Excellent job, Adam.

[@bradmize1644]

Still blown away every time I watch this. It's the best rendition of Purple Rain I have ever heard next to the original, of course.

[@bradmize1644]

That would be nice.

[@vwiggins1847]

IKR? LOL

[@kathiekuehn1499]

I love Prince, but I hate to say it was almost better than Prince. Adam can do no wrong

[@MongerOfStrings8222]

Genuinely surprised by just how good Adam did this justice. Not really a Maroon 5 fan but this is a great truibute

[@divinusadivinitas5823]

Yes gibs mir steh ich druff

[@mooogu5386]

What are you on and can I have some?

[@lynettedraghoender109]

Each on show his/her respect differently. Perfectly done Adam &maroon 5... My brother taught me music, all genres...RIP Joexo♥️♥️♥️🙏🙏

[@davedempsey5282]

I have no idea why he is not respected more. Has the voice, has the talent, is immpecable on guitar. come on, peeps.

[@patriot-hj5vx]

Have you seen his cheating private messages? They are so embarrassing. Think that lost him a lot of respect, not just for cheating but for being so unbearably cringey.

[@davedempsey5282]

@@patriot-hj5vx I'm really confused why you think I'd give a shit about that. Prince wasn't a saint either. Or most people involved in rock and roll. Which has NOTHING to do with the talent level at all.

[@davidfloyd6962]

Adam shredding. Other people judging

[@igorilic5099]

His songs are shit.

[@dl5581]

Agree 100%

[@user-yy2oh6lt6c]

Let's see how many superstars are listening to this song in March 2024🎉!?

[@damiancentanni2773]

June 16,2024!! Great version! 🎶🎸👏👏

[@MsSpike5]

June 23, 2024! Just WOW!

[@marceechristensen2533]

I am here listening here and now July 2024🇺🇸🙏💙

[@Firefromthenorth]

August, 2024.

[@pennyderosa7366]

August 24

[@tinland771]

Adam shredded the solos with an energy that is only seen once in a great while. I loved Prince, and I love Adams interpretation of this monumental piece.

[@MORTAL-SKY]

You said it best

[@GK-mi4bj]

Just nice in it.

[@jocelynelevesque5934]

I'm sure if we ask him to play Samba Pa Ti we will see

[@shrey_shrey6101]

He was a STAR down on earth, and is now a STAR in the sky. R.I.P Prince

[@chrisneal6301]

Rip

[@user-yy9xu6pu2d]

Prince is immortal now!

[@OrganisedConfusion101]

well put

[@staceydockery2807]

amen!

[@johnnyruff2066]

your comment makes me wanna listen to coldplay a sky full of stars

[@matt51402]

This was the best performance Adam ever done!

[@averygentry35]

I’ve never seen Adam shred this hardcore, I was like dude what!

[@bongkyll8602]

I bet you haven't watch "gotten" yet

[@lindarose8277]

@@bongkyll8602 we have tics....prayin July

[@andreapoole6496]

Prince can't be beat... But Adam does an amazing cover.. R.I.P. Prince.. we will listen to your music forever..

[@darrenboothe8237]

So much respect for Adam after seeing this man i didn't know he could play like this made that guitar scream he totally killed it!!

[@typennies1]

He's a sleeper guitar player. His skills are unreal

[@jigarchavda2045]

@@typennies1 lol this is only good performance in his entire life

[@apisroses1]

@@typennies1 skill is no 2 Creative is no 1

[@victorious2178]

lol what he's playing isn't that hard in fact it might not even be intermediate level, its just simple guitar scales and some expensive ass pedals and audio equipment

[@sumedhhhh]

@@victorious2178 yes it's very simple only guitarists know

[@brettellis8728]

Wow!! I didn't realise he was that good on the guitar. Incredible performance.

[@ecortesdelaf]

Excellent performance, it was one of the best tributes to Prince I've ever heard, congratulations.

[@susannahgingras8546]

OK I'll admit, I really wasn't expecting Adam to just knock it out of the park with this song. 10/10. Would recommend listening to it several times.

[@NolanG1512]

Thank you stern show for putting this on KZbin I fucking love this version

[@jackiestephen-rogers8425]

+Nolan Galipo ditto that :)

[@denise8216]

What an Awesome Version of Purple Raiin! Anyone listening in 2022? Rip 🤴 Prince. ✝️. Thank you Adam!!!

[@rayherdz9079]

August 6th.,2022

[@davie261]

Me

[@ANANDALEEMA]

October 30th 2022

[@debilombard1435]

11/25/22 here! ☮️❤️🎸🎸🎤🎶🎶

[@davidgrone4128]

I was and now 2023, and here I still enjoying this masterpiece.

[@stephengallo5109]

I love how Adam is playing best performance of his life and pat from train is there doing air drums. Classic

[@cynthiacollazo2553]

Adam really did his thing with this song Prince would have been proud. What Adam does with a guitar is amazing. He is definitely up there with some of the greats. Love this!!!!

[@nickscan7763]

Excellent. Adam should add this to his set list when he tours. I didn't realize he was that talented

[@steeeliertitan]

Nickscan77 if he preformed it many times, him preforming it would lose its glory. He only needed to do it once

[@mjtingle1]

Sadly nobody does because his band only plays poppy crap.

[@jeebs621]

Sadly this talent seemed to have died with their first album, they're just so damn poppy, they could actually make some damn good music. If only they made another songs about Jane.

[@bucgirl11]

He played this in Orlando

[@poohspaws8976]

Nickscan77 I thought the same thing. Never knew he was that good. Voice and guitar. Excellent performance. Agree that he should add this to his set.

[@Spifey]

Smashed the guitar solo

[@NZLPVP]

Dad?

[@mariavictoriatallarico7306]

+Spifey AGREED!!!

[@melissabrown2582]

+Spifey Phenomenal solo play. Made me cry.

[@metaldad4694]

+Spifey listen to neil zaza

[@SwingzGang]

Hello young mineman

[@sully7gate]

One of the greatest songs to ever be written. Thank you, Prince 💜

[@AndreaMullins-pn4fj]

😅❤

[@seanducharme413]

He performed it his guartist and keyboard artist wrote it

[@itsdeclan7733]

I've been listening to this for years. It's absolutely outstanding.

[@raphaelbielefeld6695]

The greatest and biggest "Purple Rain" Cover of all time! It´s amazing.

[@jaytee1086]

Nobody else ever did it this well. There have been many before and since. This is the Bomb Diggity Shiznitty Yo!!! And I saw Prince do it live!!!

[@cherokeemorgan2940]

Adam is the greatest 🎶🎵🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸🌹

[@baileyhearn4313]

uhhhh... demi lovato says hi

[@baileyhearn4313]

@@jaytee1086 what about demi?

[@abderrahimabderrahim6659]

@@cherokeemorgan2940 he's good but what?

[@Quiwi707]

Nobody on planet earth 🌏 can imagined Adam Levine have this fuckinh level and soul on électrique Guitar 🎸 Nobody

[@LODGEYISBORED]

why on earth is Adam a pop star, this is awesome 😊☺

[@Mike_cuomo]

He's a pop star and makes the same songs over and over just to make money obviously.

[@dsbmike3037]

Pop stands for popular

[@Rockman4174]

💲

[@32422]

Because he makes a bunch of money by being a pop star. Not that hard to figure out.

[@oxAkatsubakixo]

Because Maroon5 gets POPular..

[@Red05150]

I must have watched this 100 times, wow. Adam rocks it!

[@finnharp]

Amazing Guitar Performance. It almost brought Prince back to life

[@ric8167]

Not a huge fan of his band but this is one of the best versions of this song I've heard. Fantastic. Peace all from Brazil.

[@Farashaash]

never ever thought Adam has such a talent when it cames Guitar solos... excellent Adam

[@micahh4101]

F Jr II go see him live, you’ll love it

[@JamesThomas-of6pv]

Wow what amazing performance Adam absolutely slay the Solo didn't know he could play this good my goodness fantastic performance my favorite song purple 💜 rain.

[@iamasmurf1122]

BUILD A BRIDGE AND GET OVER IT

[@melanietorres4031]

I don't consider myself an Adam Levine fan....but as a rabid Prince fan, I don't think anyone else could've done this performance justice. This was amazing....

[@MirceaGavris]

Totally agree hey, best ever Purple Rain cover 🎩🎩🎩

[@lauramarie1194]

Agree!!

[@MrVinman2]

He put on one of the best performances he has ever produced. Yes a new found respect for his guitar player, top notch.

[@godvandross3292]

It's a great cover, but Scary Pockets has a purple rain cover with Mario Jose, it truly is perfection

[@sadaswfewf5268]

@serhathoca damn how sad are you

[@truthseeking64]

Best cover of this song I've ever heard.

[@jaytee1086]

And just so unexpected. You can tell he grew up playing this in the mirror in his bedroom. Glad he finally gave it to the rest of the world.

[@shine8460]

3:43 Just a time stamp for me to come back to the solo

[@pjeank]

mötley crüe crazy mad 😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️

[@Gweinman]

Doing the Lord's work.

[@poaemanuelpettersson]

This is the best cover i have ever heard of Prince wonderful music. ❤️

[@AlejandroGonzalez-ny75]

Outside from Prince, i don't think anyone else has performed this song any better.

[@jaboy0978]

Cynthia erivo and jennifer hudson during the color purple! Just as good

[@penniehill8653]

I was just thinking the same thing.

[@sharinvarner931]

agreed

[@erikawanner7355]

Agreed! The solo/riffs are what makes this song to me and the powerful falsetto vocals!

[@KevinRmOnline]

+Alejandro Gonzalez watch Jennifer Hudsons version.

[@SpecialJay525]

I don't think anybody in their right mind could of covered this song so great, let alone a prince song, other than Adam. totally crushed it!!

[@DV87777]

Levine was the star. But the band and singers around him made this possible too. Magic

[@ellypretty]

Definitely!!!

[@stepheniesheriff4971]

Oh Adam ... the way he shreds that guitar made me love him more and I didn't think that was possible. I watch this often and am in awe every single time!

[@Kevinmartin45]

Thanks for the great love ❤️ and support you show me as a special fan of mine😍, I hope you won't stop listening to tracks , and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may God bless you.

[@Hammerheadplays]

This needs to be on Spotify. Like, now. Please.

[@williemuhammad2269]

Damn.... Didn’t know Adam had that in him. 💪🏽💪🏽🔥🔥

[@brianfeeney3936]

yeah he's legit

[@GmkSuperstars]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 so did anybody know he could play the damn guitar like that

[@MsNellstar]

+YoungDizzyD I reckon!!! Had no idea!

[@Gatamona1945]

YoungDizzyD yes! I've followed his career and watched many of his solos!

[@jeffreymax]

YungBlkGodTheGamer yeah,you should hear him on drums

[@poohspaws8976]

YungBlkGodTheGamer Nope. Or even sing like that. This is the best I have ever heard him sound.

[@sarahkendrick5229]

No. But, do now. I always knew he was talented. More props.

[@davegriffith1349]

By far that is the most outstanding and full on amazing version/tribute…whatever you want to call it…. Just pure awesome and then some!! Well done Adam!! Well done buddy👍👍

[@emilyrugburn4388]

Undeniably one of the most amazing songs and covers EVER ... This shows the true talent that Adam has... ❤️❤️❤️

[@amandasell8932]

Yes most definitely.

[@Garrison64]

Makes me cry because the genius that created this is gone. Just a fantastic rendition by Adam.

[@MadilynBailey]

The chills have invaded

[@Jenny-jm9in]

HELLO!!

[@CRIMSONTHOUGHTS]

Omg Madilyn!!!

[@Jade-xo2dx]

+Madilyn Bailey It's also give me chills while watching your covers :)

[@davidmendes14]

Madilyn ❤️

[@UdoliMuffin012]

maaaaddddyyy

[@xxxtentacionjuicewrld6748]

Love this. He did an amazing job with this song. I was and always will be a Prince fan . Most people mess the songs that they try and remake but he didn't. Way to go Adam!!!!!

[@reality8605]

This is the best thing I've seen since I watched Prince kill it on While My Guitar Gently Weeps.

[@tz233]

lol - just watched both of these back to back.

[@slomyy1038]

Reality so true

[@deeboothe9767]

Omg yes..... 🤯

[@deeboothe9767]

Me too

[@adamclarke7055]

So true, both excellent.

[@zhivomirarnaudov3643]

Wow... I didn't know that Adam is really THAT skilled... I obviously know how he sings but these guitar solos!!!

[@michellerjackson5776]

Makes me cry.. I so am touched . Prince Nelson!!!😗😗😗😗

[@Baldwhitebird]

Zhivomir Arnaudov look up petty and prince rock and roll induction performance🤘

[@jerrodp9867]

He shocked Howard too. It's not at the end of this video, but Howard said "I had no idea you could play guitar like that" when this aired live.

[@superhawk20002]

When it comes to guitar, Def 1 of top 3 GOATs. Incredibly talented and a musical genius. On stage, the guitar playing alone keeps you watching.

[@remastered-00-pl]

Arnaudov, me too!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@alicetorres563]

AWESOME ADAM!!!!!! you are truly amazing Adam!!! Thank you Howard for sharing!! RIP Prince!

[@MarissaLeigh13]

I absolutely love this song what an amazing tribute I have goosebumps… truly a tribute to Prince RIP ♥️♥️♥️Marissa Leigh Adam your the best.. 😘

[@Kevinmartin45]

Thanks for the great love ❤️ and support you show me as a special fan of mine😍, I hope you won't stop listening to tracks , and thanks for your sincere Compliment and love towards my music❤️❤️may God bless you.

[@redmoran7]

I'm not a big fan of cover songs but this is one of the BEST ever !!

[@dennisonadams246]

How does one not get goosebumps listening to this song?!?

[@niceandeasy2116]

Where was Adam hiding all that guitar talent, great rendition of that song. Pure rock at its best

[@drrllhenry]

He said during Laith Al Saadis blind audition that he was a guitar player that sings. Not surprised he can play like this.

[@FartOnPinecones]

+Nice and Easy I've heard Adam say on the voice that there are singers who can play guitar, and guitarists who can sing. He says he thinks of himself as a guitarist who can sing.

[@niceandeasy2116]

FartOnPinecones If you seen many of Maroon 5's concert he sure doesn't play the guitar that often, mostly singing. Even on TV shows and other concerts he mostly sings and little guitar. What a shame.

[@thenathanfanboy2729]

Lol "rock at its best". The best rock came years ago from England. If you wanna see guitar skills check out queen.

[@ebinger224]

+Nice and Easy NO DOUBT!

[@lorihenderson1573]

Absolutely Awesome Performance. Love it

[@MrBlactye]

Adam Levine did an amazing job with this performance. Especially that guitar solo was absolutely superb.

[@boldroast1197]

He once said he considers himself a guitarist before a singer. I believe on an episode of the voice. This performance showed what he meant.

[@stephaneturiello8974]

@@dhtnz lol

[@Nick-rk4ge]

So you was there watching was you. He is a great guitarist. i suppose he was lip singing too. lol

[@levinethelaker222]

@@dhtnz He uses a delay pedal. This gadget delays the note when pressed on it. You can see Adam pressing with his foot if you watch closely. That's the reason.

[@alexanderbluhm8841]

Are you trolling ? I can’t tell 😅

[@maggiel4435]

One of the only beautiful pieces of music I can actually say "wow", Adam! I wish you'd share more of that "artistic" side with the world ❤️✌️

[@ximenaalvarez8417]

Artístic side doesn,t sell cds

[@mereditharbon9918]

Well done, Adam. You've blitzed it...

[@KimHenriksen.]

Yes👍🏻

[@davidnadav2223]

Nothing like prince

[@lahcim666]

+Meredith Arbon don't mistake lack of talent for genious

[@adambayon4934]

Thank you

[@notubenick]

Well done, OK, but "blitzed it..."???

[@Mike.hobbies]

This is amazing,what a absolute heart filled tribute. Credit to Adam ❤️

[@MetalHeadManic612]

As a rock fan, I just found a whole newfound respect for Adam.

[@tintin2142]

Ikr!? Not a big fan of Maroon 5 but I see what you mean. 😁

[@kennethlynch2907]

💯

[@AnindyaChakraborty-rr8ep]

Exactly!

[@caucasia_lucas]

exactly my thought right now.

[@pierresmusic]

Absolutely!! This is perfection.

[@douglasburns9060]

Man that was world class. Adam you are on the top of your game.

[@adambayon4934]

Thanks ;)

[@gattopoldo6762]

Douglas Burns 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@DDHero2806]

I've liked Adam and Maroon 5 ever since they came out but this right here gained my respect for life.

[@leahsmith4310]

To sing this song, you have to be talented and exude subtle sex appeal... NAILED IT

[@1717primetime]

Awesome that Howard shared this....Great cover by Adam

[@davidpearlactorteacherbizman]

I had no idea...Why is he playing below his level in Maroon 5 ?! This guy needs to fly solo and do some serious rock, blues and funk albums...

[@BlkCat514]

Afaik he also does Solo stuff.

[@agustinchaparro6602]

What are you talking about? John mayer is the best

[@hocuspocusjokerride]

Because it wont bring in the money that's why, he's a business man before a musician, he can play this music in his basement as a hobby, the days of hardcore guitar playing and rocking are done, for now at least, it don't sell, it's just for oddballs like you and me who love it

[@welle1018]

totally agree...

[@melonhead49]

Couldn't agree more with your entire statement

[@noelneal2969]

I didn't know he could jam like that. I'm impressed!

[@maribelfernandezdelpino9263]

This version and interpretation of Adam Levine is fabulous. Incredible guitar solos! Prince would be delighted. Thank you very much Adam! 😊😊❤

[@rasmusskovgaard]

MY DEEPEST RESPECT AND NEW FOUND ADMIRATION GOES OUT TO ADAM LEVINE. YOU HAVE DONE GREATHONOURS TO MY BELOVED PRINCE. I SALUTE YOU

[@jonashopson4625]

Rasmus Skovgaard he did this performance before he died .. had nothing to do with his death . But yes it was a great performance

[@richardfierro2699]

@@jonashopson4625 doesn't really have much to do with his doing great honors for Prince but okay

[@stasshustov3443]

Rip Prince.. :'( His music will never die!!

[@seanbutler4030]

Absolutely🎼🎸💪👍

[@jaytee1086]

Until he did this a few years ago it was like.....who knew?!?!? Good on ya Adam! ROCK N ROLL LIVES!!!!!😮✌️😁✌️

[@mizzladythemovement]

He fucking killed it, hands down. Damn his vocals and guitar riffs is insane. Damn Adam lol

[@dragonfire2205]

+adriana pina agreed

[@mizzladythemovement]

; )

[@mattyoz0]

Do you know what a riff is?

[@adambayon4934]

😎👍🏽

[@kivook3402]

yessssss

[@sprag80]

I’m stunned. I had no that Adam Levine could shred.

[@mcfrans11]

Totally mindblowing that a full time musician could play an instrument, MINDS BLOW

[@TurboBMRProjectLove]

The man is crazy talented.

[@pjwright82]

@@mcfrans11 someone should tell lil Wayne

[@jordancampbell9914]

Shredding doesn't sell records, but playing cheesy pop chart hits does.

[@MsDaianee]

He’s been a guitarist since he was a kid :)

[@paulwilliams8921]

Always appreciated Adam Levines voice and music with Maroon 5, however this just takes the respect factor to a whole new level.. Soooo love this.

[@Kim-wt2bh]

I still think that guitar was pregnant by the time he was done a little jealous LOL

[@Frzrbrnt]

Me too!!

[@natalia_fox]

Yees, totally right 😅

[@IWantToBelieve1]

Down girl 😂

[@DC-ik1tk]

HA HA!!

[@caslyn.]

I think I need a pregnacy test...

[@Kaif-nfoxx]

Just watched all of this an massive respect to Adam. He killed it!

[@eatgymride6519]

It's 2022 and still Adam giving justice to Prince Purple rain is superb

[@davidarmitage289]

Just discovered this…I’m blown away…. WOW what a performance

[@aidenprintup4547]

2023 and still what an awesome rendition

[@comac8638]

The best birthday gift Howard Stern could have ever received. 8yrs later and everyone keeps watching

[@maximusromptimus5798]

Anyone else have no idea Adam Levine could rock a guitar like this until watching this video?

[@welle1018]

me

[@pedromarbel5326]

No idea ...what the fuck is doing in marron 5 😉

[@pedromarbel5326]

No idea ...what the fuck is doing in marron 5 😉

[@nowelaZA]

No. Freakin'. Idea!!

[@motothumper5598]

do you play? it was a little rough here and there and he missed notes.

[@ingridmaier5864]

Adam Levine, this is a perfect version, I just love it - BRAVO!! (My personal opinion, I even love it more, than the original from Prince).

[@doneldamillar4246]

Ingrid Maier I couldn't agree more

[@vinceluoh9]

Ingrid Maier it was great but what made Prince's version better is that he sang it alone. He sang the high and low notes seamlessly :)

[@marinaaston7807]

That "other guy" as some people commented is Pat Monahan,the lead singer of Train,and Adam is performing with Train and its backup singers in this video. I went to their concert. Great band!

[@debjohnson3002]

Ruins the song

[@JackIsNotInTheBox]

@@debjohnson3002 SAVAGE

[@leahgayleDammit]

I knew he looked familiar, but couldn't place him. Love Train.

[@irvinepoker3187]

@@JackIsNotInTheBox its true tho lol

[@stevenponte6655]

Do you know if the "band" are Train members, Maroon 5 or just a house band?

[@stuartmclean3834]

Probably one of the best covers of this I've ever seen.. Adam L is a bloody genius.

[@Hamshrocks]

Holly shit. Didn't know Adam could play that well. Talking about soloing here! so lovely ❤️

[@DavidHager1]

Dude respected that guitar so hard.

[@nequaishalawrence4624]

Yyyeeesss Prince was a hard act to follow, but I must say his electric guitar solo was epic#Rip Prince I love you

[@averygentry35]

Ikr respected it enough to wear its ass out! Adam is definitely a stud on that Strat!

[@doremonhg]

wow that was a phenomenal guitar solo from Adam!

[@PhobeBarrymore]

Ken Kaneki?! 😅

[@iamadam_thegoat]

Thank u

[@ange2662]

Amennnn! I'm STILL shook by that performance! Wowwwww!

[@tamsmiley2126]

Agree!!!!

[@Jman42576]

+Artorias the Abysswalker Nice name.

[@stevesmith2155]

Best that l have heard for a Prince song,just a super cover, great job Adam .😎🇨🇦

[@Joanafandrade]

Levine just give his heart and soul into this. Beautiful tribute to Prince. Always missed

[@karleisentraut3357]

Never took him serious until this . That boy is 110% legit

[@kcud7382]

Karl Eisentraut I agree!

[@triggerhare]

Two of the best guitarists in the current pop landscape and they've devolved into making dance music (good dance music, mind you)

[@sumdude2999]

he should quit Maroon 5 and play rock. This was fuckin legit

[@projetsmith]

Well, the dude was in The Voice for years and don't do many music, prefer money over his talents :)

[@JenniferPebbles]

agreed

[@parkjoe1]

PRINCE himself could and may attest to the fact that this Purple Rain cover is THE BEST one of all time

[@b3fr1enderbetr4yer8]

Ironically Prince hated covers.

[@b3fr1enderbetr4yer8]

@@JIMMIY224 Ik but Prince generally hated covers of his songs

[@lindaleon6108]

I love how Adam is playing this beautiful song. I also love Purple Rain. I'm a Adam L. Fan also. I play this everyday.

[@Milton2k]

Prince IMO is one of the most underestimated guitarists ever, Adam did well with that solo though.

[@chuckgrothaus3828]

Awesome cover. Adam slays it on guitar and vocals.

[@riskest]

Is this really the same person who sings for Maroon 5?

[@spincego3946]

Yes

[@777dexx]

He needs to dump the band and go out on his own....

[@CrisEX420]

Yes

[@zandibonyongo2629]

Yes

[@precovan]

sadly yes

[@Andrea-jd8iw]

And I always watch this when can't sleep for years 😂❤🎉

[@andyinmichigan9058]

That was pretty impressive...I think Adam is an awesome musician , that guitar work was pretty moving....I think Adam really shines when he's not making fruity pop music and singing falsetto in every song. I get it , they make what sells, but I don't feel like it's his best work ....The older maroon 5 was a lot better. That said, what a performance though, that would have been amazing to see live.

[@gersongomez1876]

👍

[@taoist32]

Well, it takes a legend's song to bring out the best in other musicians. Adam did amazing.

[@elishazepeda184]

+Andrew Smith I completely agree. Maroon 5's first album is great because they all just had gotten out of studying music from school (I believe specifically jazz music), and I feel like they tested themselves musically to prove a point and get a record deal. They make decent pop music, but I'd love to see them create something where they weren't trying to sell easy music.

[@mgirardi1]

He's truly a rocker, I miss the stuff he did with songs about Jane. The dude has so much talent, and wastes it with pop music

[@whitneyweber2372]

I agree he sounds a lot more classy in songs like these and it shows his inner voice.

[@camillebanks620]

Never wanted to be an electric guitar more than I do now

[@karolamotylkowa7460]

hahaha, You made my day :D

[@metteslejborg6898]

I never wanted Adam more than I do now😜😜

[@cherokeeheartct8633]

Me too honey he was making love to that thing! I love me some Adam

[@Abuelo9]

:D

[@KizaWittaker]

You sexist pig

[@VidyaSury]

OMG! What a great job! Cheers, Adam!

[@rosariofernandezsanchez7190]

Adam te descubri tarde,pero tu guitarra y senxual modo de tocar roza la perfección