07 Jun Prince Debuts New Track “Hot Summer”
Prince in the July issue of Ebony magazine | ebonyjet.com
Are u ready for a Hot Summer? Prince kicked off his birthday by giving a new track to Minnesota Public Radio station 89.3 The Current. Take a listen below and let us know what you think in the comments. – Dr.FB
[audio:http://www.drfunkenberry.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/Summer.mp3]
Neilliebus
Posted at 12:26h, 08 JuneIt’s not very good.
I mean… it’s a pop song.
It has no spirit. It’s absolutely one-dimensional. It’s by Prince. It sounds like Prince. But… it has no spirit.
CherylZ
Posted at 12:25h, 08 JunePrince is an artist: a musical genius!
Nobody can argue that point, but it’s funny how people feel that they can tell him what he should do like they know better. He should be able to express himself how he wants whether it’s through his hairstyle, his clothing or his music. Let the man be Prince.
Accept his gift of music and just sit back and enjoy the ride!
ChrisG
Posted at 12:06h, 08 JuneAnd what is playing in my head the second I wake up this am??? You got it! “…I think it’s gonna be Hot Summer…” ARGHHHH!!! MAKE IT STOP!!! lol Ok, now from another perspective, my wife and I played it for our daughters and they did indeed love it. Turned into a jam session with everyone grabbing instruments and having fun. The 4 year old grabbed the symbol tamborine, the 6 year old jumped on the drum machine, and Daddy was on the Casio keyboard. It was very fun I have to admit. 🙂
controversy12
Posted at 11:15h, 08 JuneIt’s a fun tune … It sounds like it could be a song from a movie … something on a soundtrack. Thanks Doc for posting the link
dancedwithhim
Posted at 09:40h, 08 JuneI have two points at this:
1. Maybe he likes what he does when he does songs like that. If so, this stuff will have its listeners, who don´t have to be necessarily past listeners. No problem with that.
2. Maybe he´s tryin´ to make a commercial hit. If so, I think he´s losing time. He should do what he really feels, without being afraid of charts, sales or whatever. He released ATWIAD after PR, and then Parade, probably his best record ever. He needs to take RISK. And once more I said: please don´t overproduce, don´t fill each second with thousands of notes and voices, just make beautiful tunes, original tunes, unexpected tunes. You know how to do. I´m sooooo sure.
HB Prince. I will always be dancing with you.
maggiegurl
Posted at 09:38h, 08 JuneThanks for the tune! See you in Arras!
Nigel (London)
Posted at 09:26h, 08 JuneIf this was P’s first attempt at songwriting if wec were being generous it would be an average result at best. However, remember that we are talking about the man rightly known as the “Minneapolis Genius” here girls and boys and subsequently this just does not make the grade in any way shape or form!!!. It lacks direction and is the sort of lacklustre thing that lazy artists would previously hold back for B-Sides when they needed them. As a long term P admirer I believe that there is no harm in critique-ing his work in a constructive manner. I’m sorry but some of the comments previously suggest a “king’s new clothes” syndrome going down and that’s a shame!!! Still love him to bits though!!! Peace & B. Wild, Nige.
Tobias
Posted at 07:56h, 08 Junenever heard something more needless. its a shame prince!
Jo55555
Posted at 07:27h, 08 JuneSoo many haters, if you don’t like it – don’t listen !!!!!
I personally think it’s a great wee track, def a grower, but then
I’m just so grateful for anything he puts out, remember he doesn’t have
to, he could just retire and then were would we all be???
Much love Prince, you talent makes me smile everyday. XX
safiya
Posted at 05:21h, 08 JuneLIKE the song, not a “wow” song to me, but , will do good in Prince’s summer concert. I prefer prince’s r&b , soul/funk kinda music.this tune is just pop.
Happy Birthday, prince! Thanks for the song present!
Junglelove
Posted at 04:02h, 08 June‘Shake’ meets ‘Song of the heart’.
Too smooth for me. I definitely prefer his ‘Rain’ over ‘Summer’.
Prince, Happy Birthday!
justmemuchlove
Posted at 03:23h, 08 June@drfunkenberry Agreed. That all I’m gonna say…
jaysonK
Posted at 02:00h, 08 JuneSmooth seamless nice groove loose self-contained familiar = sleight of hand/ great stuff
Jess
Posted at 01:57h, 08 JuneSex In The Summer was WAY BETTER I think this is a huge disappointment
Jess
Posted at 01:55h, 08 June18 and over I wants to bone ya!!!! 319!! come! and pheromone! I want my 90s Prince! Right Back Here in My Arms!
ETMS
Posted at 01:13h, 08 JuneI like it….
went2berklee
Posted at 00:16h, 08 JuneI swear that sounds like Janelle Monae on lead
Christina
Posted at 23:46h, 07 JuneI like the song because it’s upbeat and fun. But I must say to you Prince – with love- that the next songs need to have more passion, a stronger vocal performance from you and more energy.. All and all, I happy that you are still with us and alive to continue creating music for us. Thank you for sharing.
HI
Posted at 22:51h, 07 JuneSONG
HI
Posted at 22:51h, 07 JuneI LIKE THIS SOME FOR SOME RESONS TO DAYS MY BIRTHDAY AND IT IS HIS TO KOOL KOOL AND LOVE THE SOME
mr,Goodnight3121
Posted at 22:48h, 07 JuneHOT HOT! HAPPY 52 BIRTHDAY PRINCE
CfromtheD
Posted at 22:43h, 07 JuneLove the Ebony photo of Prince.
Todd
Posted at 22:26h, 07 JuneSo ok, I’m hearing “Shake” and that retro 80’s pop top-40 sound, a la The Cars that he was covering live not so long ago.
Going Randy on you–Eh…it was just ok for me, dog.
Katy v. Prince? Am I gonna be lynched if I say I like Katy’s song better? I just DLed “California Gurls” just because you suggested the comparison, Doc. Otherwise I had no interest in hearing the song. But after listening to both, I prefer Katy.
Ugh, that was hard for me to type.
Think I’ll go listen to “Play In the Sunshine” or “Strollin'” to feel better about myself.
drfunkenberry
Posted at 21:43h, 07 JuneComment 77
If you don’t like “California Gurls” by Katy Perry, you are most likely not going to like Prince’s “Hot Summer” People are looking for the next “When Doves Cry” instead of just taking it as is; a light poppy tune. Gonna get lynched if I say I like it won’t I?
Twinkly1
Posted at 21:28h, 07 JuneI like it. Its upbeat and catchy and nicely suited for summer break, yeah!
Hope you enjoyed your day, Prince.