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Prince
(Singer-songwriter & Multi-instrumentalist)
Birth Year: 1958
Birthplace: Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Died: April 21, 2016
Prince was a legendary American musician celebrated for his exceptional skills as a singer, multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, record producer, and actor. He gained critical acclaim with influential albums such as "Dirty Mind," "Controversy," and "Purple Rain," the latter of which earned him an Academy Award. Known for his diverse musical style, he was a trailblazer of the Minneapolis sound. Despite facing a contractual dispute, he continued to release successful albums, accumulating numerous awards and selling over 100 million records globally. His enduring legacy includes induction into multiple music halls of fame and a treasure trove of unreleased music.