Set as Homepage - Add to Favorites

【the concept of eroticism kingdom hearts】

Source：Wisdom Convergence Information Network Editor：Social Good Time：2025-06-27 05:58:55

Dearly beloved,the concept of eroticism kingdom hearts we are gathered here today to recall what will probably be the last big, blown-out, nationally televised tribute to Prince -- an affair that featured nothing short of Bruno Mars in a sparkly purple suit, strapping on one of Prince's signature guitars and letting it fly.

But before that headlining performance of "Let's Go Crazy," longtime Prince collaborators Morris Day and the Time ran through their two biggest hits, "Jungle Love" and "The Bird" -- not Prince songs, per se, but songs the Purple One co-wrote and produced.

(Seeing as The Time opened for their close friend Prince what must have been hundreds of times, it was only fitting that they got in a short set before the big show.)

SEE ALSO: Beyoncé's Grammys performance was magical perfection, obviously

That big show would be Mars, probably the closest thing to Prince these days in terms of pint-sized quadruple-threat performer: singer, songwriter, dancer and musician who crosses several styles and functions as the consummate superstar bandleader.

But while Mars' singing, dancing and style choices were Prince-worthy, the guitar was an ... interesting choice.

For one thing, he'd strapped on one of Prince's custom Cloud guitars (the white one, or at least a replica) and played it gamely along with the band. Then came the solo. Thesolo. The "Let's Go Crazy" solo.

Mashable Top Stories Stay connected with the hottest stories of the day and the latest entertainment news. Sign up for Mashable's Top Stories newsletter By clicking Sign Me Up, you confirm you are 16+ and agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Thanks for signing up!

By no means was it as bad as, say, Nick Jonas' disastrous effort at the ACM Awards back in April. In fact, it was perfectly capable -- Mars has real chops on guitar, and just about every other instrument in the studio, because he's one of those guys.

But he's no Prince.

And who is? Prince Rogers Nelson may be best remembered as a pop superstar, but make no mistake: He was a guitar god among guitar gods, and that solo is one for the ages. Taking it on is like taking on Whitney Houston for an American Idolaudition. It just isn't done. And if you're going to try it, you got to have it down. Every note. Cold.

Mars played a sort of simplified, stripped-down version, and played it ... just OK.

Mashable ImageHe tried. Credit: Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS

There are a lot of superior guitarists out there, guys who've studied the craft for years and nothing else, who could've stood in here; and no one would've complained. And even they would've fallen short of the real thing.

But hey, credit to Mars and the Grammys production crew for the choice to do just one song -- clearly they'd learned their lesson from the schmaltzy medley that Lady Gaga bumbled through at least year's tribute to David Bowie. That performance was hastily thrown-together, however, while this year's Grammys producers had some time to plan and practice.

Prince died April 23, 2016, at his home and studio complex Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota. It was later revealed that he succumbed to an overdose of the powerful painkiller fentanyl. Now that his tribute concert in Minneapolis has come and gone, along with this Grammys celebration, there's only one thing left to do: Listen to his music on streaming services for the first time.

And don't forget to check out those blistering guitar solos.

Featured Video For You
Prince was a music legend, a cultural icon and so much more

Topics Grammys Music

Previous：Best smart scale deal: Save over $25 on Renpho Smart Scale

Next：Best Echo Show 5 deal: Save $20 at Amazon

Related Articles
Related Recommendations
Categories
Latest Articles
Popular Articles
Hot Recommendations
Featured Column

Quick Links

HomePod firmware may have just confirmed two major facts about iPhone 8Bowling ladies cover Beyoncé to try and save their clubRick Astley marks 30th anniversary of his best known song with the ultimate tweet'Rick and Morty' Season 3 returns with a bloodThe secret sexuality behind Nintendo's popular 'Splatoon 2'Al Gore is back in theaters, and this time, Trump is the villainFriendly 2McDonald's is turning cup holders into boomboxes for your phoneThe FAA has been ordered to take another look at everEverything you should know about the total solar eclipse in AugustStarbucks is pinning its hopes for its future on ChinaFriendly 2Outlander's final season is still a long way off, thank goodnessTransforming Optimus Prime is the coolest battery pack ever createdHomePod firmware may have just confirmed two major facts about iPhone 8Who's right about AI: Mark Zuckerberg or Elon Musk?9 of the most heartWatch the super wonky trailer for Oculus's first fullHow to use WhatsApp on your computerFingerlings robot toy brings the cute to your fingertips 'Pokémon Go' highlights efforts to solve the world's biggest problems at Davos Here's what Obama plans to do after he leaves the White House A little moon is making waves in Saturn's rings Twitter is pissed after guy takes selfie with Nick Cave, but doesn't know who he is Girl Scouts will march in the Inaugural Parade, disappointing some of their biggest fans Luna Lovegood actress explains why she's distancing herself from 'Harry Potter' Regulator lawsuit accuses Oracle of favoring white male workers Yes, there's a wage gap for Uber and Lyft drivers based on age, gender and race Cops carry a pregnant woman to the hospital after walking 6 miles in snow, win hearts 'Angry Women' display powerful protest art during Trump's inauguration week In her head, Deepika Padukone is having 'amazing babies' with Vin Diesel Slack is about to get a lot less confusing with threaded messages President Obama is peak dad in White House snow day photos Verizon says thousands are still using Samsung Note7, but they're about to get cut off 49 books you need to put on your to This emoji message instantly freezes some iPhones Beyoncé wants ladies to get in formation to protest Trump Mum's blog about autism is challenging perceptions one post at a time Ellen DeGeneres swears that Emma Stone stole her rightful part in 'La La Land' College coach shaking invisible hands is really committed to sportsmanship

2.1352s , 10196 kb

Copyright © 2025 Powered by 【the concept of eroticism kingdom hearts】,Wisdom Convergence Information Network  

Sitemap

Top

Quick Links