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Who sang Purple Rain?

Prince and the Revolution released the song Purple Rain. Date of release: 25/6/1984.

Release date: 25/6/1984
Duration: 08:41
Writer(s): Prince
Producer(s): Prince
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The song is about a man's love for a woman, and how he only wants to make her happy.
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Prince and the Revolution - Short Biography

- The Revolution is a band formed in 1979 in Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Led by Prince
- Incorporates elements of rock, pop, R&B, funk, new wave and psychedelia.
- Helped create the Minneapolis sound
- Accompanied Prince on two studio albums, two soundtracks and two videos.
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Purple Rain is a song written by Prince and the Revolution. It was released in 1984. The song became famous because of the movie Purple Rain, which Prince starred in. The movie and the song were very popular with teenagers and young adults at the time.

The song is about passionate love and a desire for freedom. The lyrics are written from a personal perspective, and the music is intense and emotional. Purple Rain is considered one of Prince's most famous songs, and was very well received by critics.

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