I Would Die 4 U

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About I Would Die 4 U

"I Would Die 4 U" is a song by Prince and The Revolution, and the fourth single in the US from their 1984 album, Purple Rain. The up-tempo dance song was a top 10 hit — the final one from the album — in the US, reaching number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song's lyrics evoke Jesus Christ's message to his followers: "U — I would die 4 U, darling if U want me 2;" as well as, "if you're evil I'll forgive you", "all I really need to know is that U believe," and, "I'm your messiah and you're the reason why. ""I Would Die 4 U" is often played in sequence with "Baby I'm a Star", the track following it, on Purple Rain. As of April 30, 2016, it has sold 561,772 copies in the United States. Following Prince's death, the song re-charted on the Billboard Hot 100 at number 39 on the chart dated the week of May 14, 2016. 


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1984
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I'm not a woman
I'm not a man
I am something that you'll never understand

I'll never beat you
I'll never lie
And if you're evil I'll forgive you by and by

'Cause you, I would die for you, yeah
Darling if you want me to
You, I would die for you

I'm not your lover
I'm not your friend
I am something that you'll never comprehend

No need to worry
No need to cry
I'm your messiah and you're the reason why

'Cause you, I would die for you, yeah
Darling if you want me to
You, I would die for you

You're just a sinner I am told
Be your fire when you're cold
Make you happy when you're sad
Make you good when you are bad

I'm not a human
I am a dove
I'm your conscious
I am love
All I really need is to know that
You believe

Yeah, I would die for you, yeah
Darling if you want me to
You, I would die for you

Yeah, say one more time

You, I would die for you
Darling if you want me to
You, I would die for you
Two, three, four you

I would die for you
I would die for you
You, I would die for you
You, I would die for you

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Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson

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10 facts about this song

Release and Album
"I Would Die 4 U" is a song by American musician Prince and is the fourth single from his 1984 album, "Purple Rain."
Chart performance
The song was a commercial success, reaching the number eight spot on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Performance Element
David Fricke from Rolling Stone compared Prince's vocals in "I Would Die 4 U" to a "Holy Mother cooing Earth, Wind and Fire-style promise of salvation", noting its spiritual undertone.
Song Interpretation
Despite its upbeat pop sound, some critics interpreted the song as being about Jesus Christ, with Prince representing himself as Christ-like. This interpretation stems from the lyrics, "I'm not a woman, I'm not a man, I am something that you’ll never comprehend."
Musical Arrangement
The song’s groove is built around a simplistic keyboard line, with a strong emphasis on minimalism, removing any excess instrumentation.
Memorable Performance
The song gained more fame after Prince’s iconic performance in the film “Purple Rain,” where its energetic rendition became a concert staple and favorite among Prince's fans.
Record Production
The song was produced, arranged, composed, and performed by Prince himself, showcasing his talent and versatility as an artist.
Live Version
A live version of "I Would Die 4 U" along with a song named "Baby I'm a Star" was released in the UK to promote the "Purple Rain" film. The combination was a top 10 hit in the UK.
Music Video
The music video for "I Would Die 4 U" features footage from the movie "Purple Rain," aligning the song closely with the film for many fans.
Lasting Impact
Despite being one of the less-prominent singles from the album, "I Would Die 4 U" has grown in esteem over the years. It's now considered a fan favorite and an iconic 80s pop song.

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