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Who sang Black Sweat?

Prince released the song Black Sweat. Date of release: 2006.

Release date: 2006

Duration: 03:11

The story of the song ' Black Sweat '

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The meaning of the song 'Black Sweat ', based on the lyrics

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🎶 Black Sweat song analysis

The protagonist expresses his desire to be intimate with his partner. He says he doesn't want to turn anyone else on, he just wants to dance to the groove with her. He goes on to explain that he has a job to do and that he is going to show his partner what he can do. He is about to show her his new dance. He encourages everyone to do as they please, and by the time he counts to three, he is sweating profusely.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘Black Sweat’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.

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Prince Rogers Nelson (1958-2016) was an American singer-songwriter, musician, and producer widely regarded as one of the greatest of his generation. Known for his flamboyant, androgynous personality and wide vocal range, Prince self-produced his albums and pioneered the Minneapolis sound, which incorporates a variety of styles including funk, R&B, rock, new wave, soul, synth-pop, pop, jazz and hip hop.

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Prince released the song "Black Sweat" as the second single from his 2006 album 3121. The video for the single was released on February 2, 2006. At the 49th Annual Grammy Awards, "Black Sweat" was nominated for Best R&B Song and Best Male R&B Vocal Performance.

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