Born and raised in Minneapolis, Prince Rogers Nelson was a musical prodigy from the start! 🎸✨ He taught himself piano at age 7 and was playing guitar and drums by his teens. 🎹🥁 After forming his first band, Grand Central, in high school, he eventually caught the eye of Warner Bros. Records. 🎤🌟 In a move that showed his true genius, he signed a historic deal at just 19 that gave him complete creative control. ✍️💜 He didn’t just sing—he produced, arranged, and played almost every single inst

Creative icon and musical connoisseur Prince Rogers Nelson went by many names from The Prince of Funk to His Royal Badness. Playing over 27 instruments, his music broke barriers, redefined the industry and won over the hearts of millions around the world. This is his story. | Life Stories