In this transcript, Prince's audio engineer discusses his experiences working with Prince, particularly during the creation of the song "Sign o' the Times." Prince's method of working silently, his perfectionism in playing multiple instruments, and his storytelling through music are highlighted. The engineer also touches on the song's reflection of world events and Prince's focus on love as a solution. The interview ends with a humorous exchange about Prince's reluctance to speak in interviews.
Sure, here are the key facts extracted from the text:
1. Prince's song "Sign o' the Times" is discussed in the text.
2. Prince was known for his charm and unique musical talent.
3. Levi, the narrator, was hired as Prince's audio technician in 1983.
4. Prince played all the instruments on "Sign o' the Times."
5. Prince's sessions in the studio were notoriously long, sometimes lasting 24 hours.
6. Prince preferred to work silently and alone in the studio for vocals.
7. The song "Sign o' the Times" tells a story and addresses social issues.
8. Prince's solution to the world's problems in the song is to focus on love.
9. The text suggests that Prince might not have been preoccupied with world events.
10. The song "Sign o' the Times" has a melancholic tone that matches the feeling of 2020.
11. The text emphasizes the responsibility of building a future from what Prince gave us.
12. Prince refused to speak during interviews but continued to sing.
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