Prince Live in Syracuse is ELECTRIC

That's why. That's why he's PRINCE.
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[@razorbeast8709]

Dude, bring on more Prince! You are at the very tip of the iceberg in terms of viewing his enormous talent. There are some insane performances you need to see! I recommend his live performances of Motherless Child, Shhh, and his 1983 version of Computer Blue. You're about to fall down a Prince rabbit hole for sure. He was able to put out so many albums before his passing and they're all excellent.

[@yousexymf]

Exactly

[@georgiadailey182]

Yes, I love watching Motherless Child! It is a wonderful opportunity to see how he controls both the band and the audience impeccably.

[@oscarg487]

I wholeheartedly agree. All great suggestions. However, I think that for somebody still getting their feet wet (in the waters of Lake Minnetonka), Prince's performance of Play That Funky Music in 2011 is my suggestion - only because it's a popular song/tune. I'm also trying ton think of great Prince performances on the piano to show what an incredibly diverse/dynamic musician he was.

[@wandamanning9198]

Let's not forget The Question of You or Joy In Repetition

[@RicardoSpencer-dm5ew]

Yeah maan! Motherless child is an awome one! Go for it! We all for the purple one. Yes!

[@tishrathman731]

Prince was a genre all to himself!

[@Letsdancelikenobodyiswatching]

I was so fortunate to see prince twice in concert! I want to go yo his museum paisley park where he recorded, performed and unfortunately is where he passed away.

[@yousexymf]

You know it

[@mztweety1374]

True! When I was 10 years old in 1985 all I wanted to do was drop out of school run away from home marry Prince and join the Revolution 😅 Didn't have a lick of talent ,but that man and that band had my heart soul and mind. I can't listen to him much anymore today it just hurts too damn bad.

[@breal9028]

Prince did it all! He didn’t just play guitar. He played 27 instruments..and played them all extremely well!

[@kimreese3530]

Prince was the complete package; singer, song writer, guitarist, looks, swag, perfectionist, I could go on forever. He was absolutely amazing.

[@michelesanville8822]

Prince is phenomenal. Such incredible talent... master of multiple instruments, amazing dancer, singer, and songwriter, and that voice. ❤

[@Treasacello]

Back in the '80's I'd play this and "Baby, I'm a Star" to get psyched for concerts. Worked every time! (I'm a classical musician, but these just put me in the right frame of mind to be in front of people)

[@kellyrobinson6220]

I live here in the twin city area and have met prince many times... so so short and tiny even in heels and a soft spoken voice... genuinely was a nice guy. ❤

[@XVirus-123]

Fun fact; his guitar is not actually a Telecaster, it's a Hohner Madcat

[@tracynorman1455]

I was going to tell him the same thing, but then saw your comment. 💜

[@willow0828]

He was a genius. He is truly missed.

[@tarigregory5140]

There will never be or has yet to appear on this earth....the ONE, the PRINCE! Speechless, for there are no words!

[@makkimontoya7330]

I so SO HIGHLY suggest you watch Purple Rain... his band was in it as well. His music from beginning to end is ICONIC!!! Glad I'm a Gen X 😊

[@RonOrud]

He is at his coolest in the "while my guitar gently weeps." Tribute to George Harrison. So smooth.

[@Niecy70]

Prince was a master of his art! Absolutely love him. Gone way too soon❤

[@doctormcmg7814]

He rehearsed that band to the bone. They were tight and top in their instruments. Keep in mind Wendy, the guitarist, was all of 21 at the time. She created the opening guitar part to Purple Rain. I was privileged to see Prince twice in my life. Amazing.

[@pdubs1575]

The first 20-25 min of that concert just wow, he just came out and punches you right in the face! It’s just slammin!!

[@Jessiedawn32]

The revolution was his best band….I actually saw them after he passed and it was very emotional and incredibly at the same time

[@cryptozoomauler5505]

I think that the NPG from the Symbol album was his best band, but I know that I am probably in the minority. I respect those who think the Revolution or pre-NPG or late NPG bands were better. Hopefully, you and they respect my opinion also.

[@lisae9958]

He left you speechless! Yes there are no words! I've seen him several times and it's still not enough and too much at the same damn time! I'm 64 and my heart still races when I listen to his music. No other musician compares to Prince!! 🔥🔥💜💜

[@gailbeaumont9538]

I'm from Syracuse..I was at that concert..it was amazing

[@jimmyquenzler7337]

I think that's why so many of us Gen X 80s kids love him! He took it seriously and never talked down to us. Gave us new ways of thinking that differed from boomer parents.

[@v.b6028]

Hey! I’m glad you’re discovering Prince outside from the Dave Chapelle show. Prince was not just an immaculate guitarist. He was a fantastic piano, drum, bass, and everything else. He played over 26 instruments, if not more. He was a giant in the music industry, and I’m so thankful that he was part of my youth. The man was an all-round musician. Could sing, dance, and produce his own stuff and then also produced and wrote for other people. There is no one like Prince and there never will be. 💜

[@jamesfriday9054]

You really need to see his guitar work on Empty Room Live in Montreaux

[@danielcowan8673]

Purple Rain from this concert is EPIC!!

[@stefonwilliams9790]

I met Prince I was 5 years old he’s said what’s up little man I was crying my eyes out and Prince gave me a autograph picture of him and I still got it to this day And Prince and his band The Revolution stayed in my house and spending time with me on the Purple Rain tour in 1985

[@kenneth2875]

There is irony in this song. He sings don’t let the elevator get you down. He passed away in a elevator

[@kcprice1115]

Gotta do Prince - play that funky music live 👍👍👍

[@godznmceez3757]

Yes, react to more Prince! "Empty Room" live at the Montreax festival.

[@digitalvictory8266]

Came in to post this. Leaving satisfied.

[@christineschmidt8501]

I've been a David Bowie fan since 1980, seen him tons of times. Other iconic artists too. But if you ask me what the best concert ever was, I will say Prince, Diamonds and Pearls tour. I wish I had seen him live more often. He got me almost stranded at the venue, because he just kept on playing. Venue tried to kick him out by turning on the main lights. His reaction? "Cool, now I can see you. Everybody get up and dance!" He finished after 1am. No public transport, had to hitch a ride with the guy sat next to me. The EFFING talent was just staggering.

[@willow0828]

There is a tribute to George Harrison of the Beatles. Tom Petty, Jeff Lynne, Dhani Harrison (George Harrison son) are just a few other musicians to pay tribute to him, By performing a song written by George Harrison called "While My Guitar Gently Weeps". Prince makes an appearance and performs. It’s an amazing performance. I highly recommend you see this performance. Just watch it on your own. You don’t even have to react to it on your channel. It will blow your mind. It’s an amazing performance.

[@RK-ig8gc]

He already reacted to it though

[@kylengriffin5285]

I was thinking about that performance as well when thinking about his guitar playing. Plus, I'm not sure if that guitar ever landed or if he sent it into orbit. :) I'll always remember his Miami Super Bowl performance in the rain. Something about singing Purple Rain in the rain is pretty meta.

[@gittemal]

My senior year of high school; saw this tour in New Orleans!

[@KB-xp6dq]

I saw this concert 6 times in 1985 (5 at the Forum in L.A. and once in Long Beach - where my friend and I got on stage for "Baby I'm a Star"). The reason people say this is the concert to watch is because this is when Prince became "PRINCE" for the world at large (after the success of the "Purple Rain" movie - and the concert aired live via satellite globally). We longtime fans were there from the beginning ("Soft and Wet" was his first single and I was a fan when I was far too young to be listening to his stuff that couldn't be played on the radio, but that was part of the fun before the days of parental warning stickers - of which his "Darling Nikki" made a direction contribution in hearings in Congress. "Head" comes to mind too 😆). I got my first contact high at 16 in 1983 at a Prince concert 😳. Also, he was playing too loud for the venue that night (Universal Amphitheater - about 6,250 seats) because he was also playing 17,000+ seat arenas on that 1999 tour. My ears were ringing for two days, but I wasn't mad at him lol. I think it was 19 concerts spanning the ages of 16 to 44 for Prince and me. Part of my youth died in 2016 with him, Bowie and George Michael 😞. (And yes, another huge chunk had already died in 2009 with MJ 😢; I saw him for the first time of many in 1971 at 4 years old).

[@stuarthornsby7023]

Prince had more talent in hiis pointer finger than I have in my entire body. Such a showman and so sad of his demise.

[@mattbrooks90]

Your whole body must be insanely talented! ;) 💜💟💜

[@LocoArt]

An important point to remember is, prince improvised his guitar. He played his solos in the moment. Every show was a new solo. Watching him kill it on the guitar takes on new meaning when you realise he is composing in real time in that moment.

[@andibay3736]

I realize this is lengthy, but the lyrics at the beginning, (you said you were unable to hear) are awesome so here you go: 🎶 “Dearly beloved, we have gathered here today To get through this thing called life Electric word life, it means forever and that's a mighty long time But I'm here to tell you, there's something else The afterworld, a world of never ending happiness You can always see the sun, day or night So when you call up that shrink in Beverly Hills You know the one, Dr. Everything'll Be Alright Instead of asking him how much of your time is left? Ask him how much of your mind, baby 'Cause in this life things are much harder than in the afterworld This life you're on your own And if de-elevator tries to bring you down Go crazy, punch a higher floor!”

[@ajdevilish]

Thank you, I was afraid I was gonna have to type that out because someone didn't. Lol!

[@butterflymama12869]

More Prince PLEASE!! He is a master musician and artist. His music deserves all of the reactions. Prince played 22 instruments. All self taught. His father was a jazz musician and had a piano in the family home. That's where it all started for Prince.

[@celinelovell4725]

I’m a country girl but always loved Prince

[@traciemack6168]

Me too, lol. 👍❤🙃🙃

[@lorenzoabivansjr7334]

Great reaction. This was late in the Purple Rain tour - yes, the height of his commercial success. This was the opening song. This particular performance was broadcasted live in Europe by satellite. (Yes, that was a big deal then.)

[@jackiehill3439]

Dearly beloved etc is the beginning of Let's go crazy.

[@dabrat7306]

Yes, more Prince please. I saw him live at the Orange Bowl in Miami Florida, best concert ever! I'll be subscribing now

[@mamobenabdallah2093]

Pour moi personnellement PRINCE restera Pour toujours le meilleur 🎉

[@kerrycronin256]

If you want to see dancing that will make your jaw drop, watch the tribute to Prince to the song Nothing Compares 2 U. It shows a lot of his dancing from rehearsals and it is basically ballet in heels.

[@salmajuma2680]

Prince launched his Purple Rain tour in Detroit Nov 84 to 7 sold out shows. I was a freshman in university and lined up for 3 days at the box office to get tix. All 7 shows and the Purple Passion Bash after party where Prince and the Time jammed for hours. Syracuse was the first concert recorded but Detroit was by far the best show of that tour. I was the first to see the bath tub 😂😂

[@deed5811]

I saw this 1985 tour, not this show though. It was the first time I got to see Prince live, what a show! As you noticed, he was both an entertainer and a great musician. Rip Prince

[@memorywhitton5527]

He was definitely a one of a kind,I'm 60yrs old and I can remember when my daughter who is 43 now,but she was in the 3rd grade and she was playing with her friends at school and the principal called me and said she shouldn't be listening to that kinda music lmao 😂 she was probably 7yrs old and she was singing one of his song's called... little Nicky and how she masterbated with a magazine 😂 she didn't have a clue of what she was saying or what it meant, of course I had to kinda explain it because they said something to her about not to sing it,I laughed my butt off,I loved watching you watch it, it was awesome dude,Thank you Sir give Ali and the girls my love, sending love from Lafayette Georgia 🍑

[@princeprn1]

PRINCE is the absolute GOAT. Nothing we all say here can do this man justice. Very very sadly missed with the way the music industry is today but we still have a bucket load of his music to go through & enjoy. FYI > check out the just released new Super Deluxe edition of "Diamonds & Pearls"....remarkable...still kills anything released today.

[@boomixcrown]

Yes, Prince's 1985 concert in Syracuse, NY was also significant because it was the first live concert to be simulcast on television nationwide. The concert was broadcast simultaneously on MTV and various radio stations, allowing fans from all over the country to experience the electrifying performance in real time. This groundbreaking event further solidified Prince's status as a trailblazing and influential figure in the music industry, and it marked a new era in the way live concerts were shared and experienced by audiences.

[@Thatboiprince]

Why when i search on yt the full concert cant be found if it was alr released in 85?

[@Bijou2013]

Prince was so incredible! He could wear tons of makeup, lace, high heels and still steal your girl! He was so loved by both men and women! I may be biased since I'm from Minneapolis and graduated high school the same year - snuck downtown many times to see him and just breathe the same air! He played 21 different instruments all at virtuoso level!

[@annmarie6118]

He was a complete package. He was a phenomenal entertainer. Great singer technology nobody did that what he did the way he did it the way he put it together lights everything he did he was the showmanship and he really was. There was nobody like him that was one of the best concerts I’ve ever seen they should put it on more

[@cheriwinn3852]

Great reaction!!! Definitely more Prince💜

[@johnpetrou6]

He was incredible. Saw him 30 times over the years and each show was amazing!

[@kennethburke8768]

I was at this concert mid way from front state. March 30th Syracuse. Almost his best concert. But did better two years later.

[@marieparsons9908]

Yes, please! More prince. Also would love some Santana- unless you already know about him.

[@waynestephens6505]

Thanks again for more Prince! I'm only a year younger than him. I'm 64. Left us too soon. He helped many other musicians.

[@PRGidaro]

Prince is a talented musician who could play almost any instrument but SRV is the master of the guitar. Both legends.

[@richardjohnson1658]

The Syracuse concert is so iconic because it was packaged as sold on VHS. Prince shot to superstardom because of the movie Purple Rain and the subsequent tour. His guitar is a Hohner it's not a Fender Telecaster.

[@tracyface1999]

Sebs, yes! check out more Prince! He has so many gems to discover in his purple treasure box. Dig deep into his discography…. We P fam will go with you down the purple rabbit hole. It is musically transformative.

[@sherriwhitlow1223]

You really REALLY need to watch this concert in its entirety. This was his Purple Rain tour, live in Syracuse. I went to this same concert 2 nights in a row in 1985 in Tacoma WA. The best concert I’ve ever seen!

[@FranklinJuniper-uh2lk]

Dearly Beloved.... 💜💜💜💜 So. Well. Rehearsed. Perfection was expected. A true Rock god in my opinion. 💜💜💜💜💜 So. Much. Talent. RIP PRINCE 💜💜💜

[@markdfly]

What you have to understand is that Prince is music. Music of all kinds just poured out of him because that's what he was. Nobody could ever come close. Seeing him live was just on another level 💜

[@leahstill6331]

Keep going down the Prince rabbit hole. You won't be disappointed. May I suggest going from thus to the Jay Leno clip of Somewhere here on Earth. Such versatility. Hard to believe the same artist. He did it all💜

[@cathyhetzel7692]

He plays all instruments! I saw him in concert! Great!!

[@TrevorPalmatiershow]

You MUST see Jeff Healey "See the Light" from the late show. Canadian blind guitarist, plays on his lap like a piano. One of the greatest guitarists of all time, sadly, his life cut short by cancer.

[@66.6FMRadio]

WHAT...A....FUCKING....LEGEND...he wrote it all, performed it all and ONLY needed a band to perform it all live. RIP you fucking genius. No one like you will come along again for another 50-100 years.

[@dvlwoman071]

So I didn't scroll all the way down, but that intro was part of the song. He also transformed into the artist formerly known as Price. His talent knows no bound. Darlin' Nikki, 1999, Purple Rain, the songs are to many to name. This rabbit hole is worth traveling

[@antoniovelazquezvera8366]

Please React to Prince doing a cover of play that funky music, Hollywood swinging and fantastic voyage.

[@glenjohnson9128]

There's just so much to explore with him since he went there his whole career and did the work so we could experience so much that would normally not make it to the surface...

[@ikenga02]

You gotta react to him doing "Purple Rain" at this concert.

[@Browzer01]

The guitar is a custom Hohner Madcat. Out of this world expeensive.

[@markdfly]

Make a playlist of these Prince songs and listen to every word, listen to the message in the songs. Colonized minds, Strays of the world, Dolphin, Dear Mr man, Golden parachute, Lion of judah, Resolution, Planet earth, The love we make, Last December, Into the light, I will, Dreamer, The truth. Way back home. 💜🙏

[@kerrycronin256]

In my mind, SRV is my favorite guitarist and Prince is my favorite entertainer. He did it all and he did it in heels!

[@chuckwagon7860]

You are now the Official Prince Reactor.....LOL! Awesome Sebs, Blessings!

[@rufscooby1]

i remember buying this tape at musicland at the mall back in the day....the whole concert is awesome

[@caroldaronch1974]

The first time I saw Prince on MTV I said OMG he looks like Little Richard and played guitar like Jimmy Hendrix. No doubt they were some of his influences hrowing

[@jodip699]

If you love his dancing, you should also check out "I would Die 4 U" from the Syracuse concert!!!

[@acfolsom1831]

That's from his album. Purple Rain, the whole album was fantastic. He also made a movie called Purple Rain. One of my favorites is Little Red Corvette

[@marchetaify]

I like your enthusiasm, your intelligence and your personality and particularly riding on your discovery train. Thank you

[@scoty_does]

You need to check out prince when he would drop in and just be a background guitarist for other peoples sets. He was a truly gifted guitarist too.

[@micheleanderson2710]

The songs in that concert blend into each other so you are doing yourself a disservice cutting it off at just one!

[@Xone7]

Prince is literally EVERYTHING!!

[@kelliwheaton4059]

Seb this was not a one take because on the album he played every instrument. He also wrote produced and arranged his own music. He was a one man show❤❤❤

[@deejayturtle]

Hey here it is at last. :) cant wait. Yup that was me.

[@robsutherland5744]

What a fun reaction. He does a live version of Motherless Child that is outstanding. He also joins Stevie Wonder onstage doing Superstition that is so amazing. Thanks for your enthusiastic videos.

[@rajassi5011]

Prince was simply unique.. Listen to purple rain from the Syracuse tour .. love your reviews .. Prince4Ever …

[@kenneth2875]

This the song Let’s Go Crazy. Now listen the extended version with even more guitar solos

[@carla68]

Yes! My favorite! Also check out 1999 (remember that seemed like a long way in the future when he sang it in 1982) and i wanna be your lover.

[@lindasalaki9404]

Prince was always 🔥

[@TheeAmethystEmpress6589]

Prince, the only man in full make-up and 8inch heels that can take your woman! I heard that saying along, long time ago and it is absolutely true, in mt experience! ❤️‍🔥

[@djsdragon]

This was an awesome show! Loved everything!

[@Razrback11]

You have a great voice for this!

[@KathyAnne28]

Yay for a new upload! And PRINCE, to boot!

[@Newsoulpower]

The only talent that could 'fill my cup'; well said

[@debbiemccain5850]

Prince was a musical genius!!🎶💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 5'2" 102 lbs, but...will take your girl, your momma & even your boyfriend if he wanted!!😘🎶🎵💜 RIP 💜💜

[@mztweety1374]

Prince is the reason we blush at weddings.

[@mztweety1374]

7 sold out shows in Detroit alone! Damn near froze to death waiting in line to get in...best christmas gift ever...i was 11

[@the_jandal]

Girls and Boys video is pretty cool or Princes America song, its a song thats applicable for today i reckon. Loving your videos.

[@chickenringsonionwings1361]

Thats beautiful man, You WILL teach your daughters music in general

[@abarber3700]

Be in "awe" of the awesomeness he was, do yourself a favor & all of your subscriber's by checking out his superbowl performance. 😮❤❤🙏🙏 Pure 🔥🔥💜💜💜💜R.I.P.

[@keithmurphy5356]

Great reaction.....The Syracuse gig was huge...This is Prince's Purple Rain tour. VERY fun show. But it's not Prince's most powerful gig. The Parade tour, The Sign O The Times tour (captured in the classic 1987 concert film), the LoveSexy gig, the 1992 Glam Slam show and the early 2000's Musicology Tour were better gigs. The Purple Rain tour was dope though.

[@katiecanuk2951]

Prince at Super Bowl = epic Watch interviews of the NFL organizers Torrential rain and Prince does 3 electric guitar 🎸 changes

[@cdfdesantis699]

Absolutely BRILLIANT musician, consummate showman, & some SAY that he channeled the greatest of all time - Jimi Hendrix; both gone FAR too soon. Thanks for your reaction.

[@michelleeverhart8406]

You're very handsome! I seen him in concert. Myrtle Beach SC 1987

[@johnathansmom121]

React to Prince’s Motherless Child live performance, Empty Room from Montreux Jazz Festival 2009, and Purple Rain from the Syracuse ‘85 concert. Great performances. You won’t be disappointed.😉