Prince - Sweet Thing (Live in London, 1998) ft. Chaka Khan

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  • Prince featuring Chaka Khan performing "Sweet Thing" from Live In London 1998
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    Prince was joined by Chaka Khan to perform this Rufus and Chaka groove at an intimate show at the Café de Paris in London on August 28, 1998. Prince had just got done producing Khan's 1998 album. The full performance which included a selection of funky joints performed by Prince with the help of special guests Larry Graham, Doug E Fresh as well as Chaka Khan. The full show was released on the NPG home video release Beautiful Strange.
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    Chorus:
    Oh oh, sweet thing
    Oh, you know you're my everything
    Oh oh, sweet thing
    Oh, you know you're my everything
    Yes, you are
    #Prince #ChakaKhan #SweetThing #LiveInLondon1998
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  • @gloriouslove9009
    @gloriouslove9009 Před 15 dny +114

    Chile I’m way down this Chaka rabbit hole after seeing her performance on Tiny Desk 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @ewesley1
    @ewesley1 Před 3 lety +2080

    The TONE of that guitar... Prince could have gone into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame on guitar alone!!!

    • @corlissgivens189
      @corlissgivens189 Před 3 lety +42

      Facts!!!!

    • @XSGAME4U
      @XSGAME4U Před 2 lety +86

      He's definitely a TOP 1O ALL-TIME guitarist.

    • @Monk-Amani.
      @Monk-Amani. Před 2 lety +6

      Really ? Love me some Symbol., but y'all go on that trip together. Too many Pick'n Fingers players for my man to overcome.

    • @ewesley1
      @ewesley1 Před 2 lety +43

      @@Monk-Amani. beauty of life: we all have opinions that are free to be expressed….

    • @adhonoremtroll7198
      @adhonoremtroll7198 Před 2 lety +10

      Maybe not a top ten all time, but definitely a hall of fame inductee

  • @marylee-anderson8793
    @marylee-anderson8793 Před 2 měsíci +125

    There is nobody that can make music like Prince did

  • @Yah_Mean
    @Yah_Mean Před rokem +165

    2:05 Chaka Khan is such a boss that she even shouts “Thank you” in key 😂

  • @Robbie521000
    @Robbie521000 Před 3 lety +1756

    Damnit. I'm a 60 year old Black man from Philly; I listened to this and it brought tears to my eyes! Prince was a bad Cat! This piece with Chaka is fricken magic. Reminds me of days long passed, but never forgotten. Many thanks for the post, respect.

    • @TheDistrict644
      @TheDistrict644 Před 3 lety +35

      Yeah....made the hair stand on my arms. Just now seeing this vid today.

    • @catsnbirds4371
      @catsnbirds4371 Před 2 lety +47

      You said it all! My ONE regret in life is I never got to see him in concert. Sad!

    • @TheSpookyDuke
      @TheSpookyDuke Před 2 lety +67

      I'm a 54 year old white man from Croatia/Europe and it does the same to me. Music is an earthling.

    • @tejahillery3246
      @tejahillery3246 Před 2 lety +31

      18 n i would love to trade anything in my possession just to have experienced something as amazing and heartwarming as this

    • @larryfoley971
      @larryfoley971 Před 2 lety +32

      Bro, you're not the only one. It broke me down too. Nobody could make a guitar sing like Prince. All that talent gone......Lost. Damn.

  • @nillamcc3532
    @nillamcc3532 Před 11 měsíci +196

    The way how they made this groovy soul song into a whole reggae feel was INCREDIBLE. Chaka khan did NOT come to play she came to SLAY

    • @rebuttalc2075
      @rebuttalc2075 Před 5 měsíci +4

      Just walked in and put her stamp on it. No messing around

    • @lavenderbee3611
      @lavenderbee3611 Před 13 dny +1

      @@rebuttalc2075 Chaka was at Paisley Park in 1998 making an album with Prince co-producing and co-writing. He mentored her on the business and importance of ownership of the masters.

  • @orvillebennett5931
    @orvillebennett5931 Před 7 měsíci +167

    The brillance of Prince is second to none. Truly missed.

  • @joshuascott2229
    @joshuascott2229 Před 3 měsíci +41

    who in the hell sings "thank you" as they come on stage. out of this world!!!

    • @CheckMate657879
      @CheckMate657879 Před 26 dny +3

      Chaka Khan, That's who- Classic Chaka - she bounced on that stage ready to sing, even if it was "Thank you." 😁😁

    • @Hikamasagesse
      @Hikamasagesse Před 25 dny +1

      🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

  • @williamrogers3701
    @williamrogers3701 Před 3 lety +1411

    He invited her onstage and INSTANTLY took a backseat. What a true performer

    • @gwendolynhalloran380
      @gwendolynhalloran380 Před 3 lety +74

      A pro. Two true pros, and arguable GOATs at what they do. I miss having real pros like this around. Prince didn't co-sing the end like almost everyone else would, sharing that mic with Chaka *one sec, Chaka just hit that first key change*....Ok, He went with the backup singers and did pure backup. That's just unheard of.

    • @rangiedc
      @rangiedc Před 3 lety +35

      @@gwendolynhalloran380 it TRULY IS... but that's the type of SUPERSTAR he WAS...knew when to let OTHERS SHINE 👏🏿🤩👍🏿😎✊🏿💜🥺😭

    • @adulthumanfemale2665
      @adulthumanfemale2665 Před 3 lety +6

      William Rogers,they walked in together. Find and watch the whole clip if Tyka has not pulled it down yet

    • @jmcgowan559
      @jmcgowan559 Před 3 lety +21

      It's not that he knew his place but recognize one of the GOATS of R&B.

    • @ca6177
      @ca6177 Před 3 lety +26

      He always did that to give each performer their stage time too! Always did, was a generous, giving soul!

  • @postshanna
    @postshanna Před 4 lety +930

    sometimes i cant believe he's really gone 😢

    • @lindajackson1031
      @lindajackson1031 Před 4 lety +16

      U and me both😥

    • @regina6013
      @regina6013 Před 4 lety +8

      postshanna Me too. 😢🙏🕊

    • @billt5410
      @billt5410 Před 4 lety +5

      Or ever existed.

    • @roselimariamarquesfrancofr5023
      @roselimariamarquesfrancofr5023 Před 4 lety +8

      😢😭💔💔

    • @MisterItchy
      @MisterItchy Před 4 lety +21

      He's not gone. I literally think of him every day. At some point, every day, I will sing some random Prince lyrics and the wife will join in. (it's usually something dirty)

  • @jamalblevins3849
    @jamalblevins3849 Před 2 lety +557

    No doubt , self taught on 24 different instruments...a true musical genius.

    • @SK-mh4mz
      @SK-mh4mz Před 2 lety +41

      27 to be exact but who's counting anyways its Prince

    • @mariavargas977
      @mariavargas977 Před 2 lety +12

      Wow, more I hear about Princes' musical talents, I luv His music more.

    • @47j8nf
      @47j8nf Před rokem +2

      Lol people believed anything about anybody before the internet was around to fact check

    • @bellestarr4040
      @bellestarr4040 Před rokem +1

      Wow 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽Wow

    • @dr.clivejames4567
      @dr.clivejames4567 Před rokem +9

      Yes Prince, was a child prodigy and a musical genius!
      On his debut album *For You* released when he was only about 19 years old; Prince sang every single part and played all 27 instruments! 🤩
      🎸🥁🎻🎺🎷🪕📯🪗🪘🎶

  • @debrogers626
    @debrogers626 Před rokem +31

    Prince had a crush on Chaka Khan since he was a teen. Amazing how things come full circle.

  • @rpmevo8
    @rpmevo8 Před 4 lety +1496

    He makes that guitar speak a magical language....💜💜💜

  • @skyryder7662
    @skyryder7662 Před 3 lety +808

    Prince is such a gentleman. Stuck to the guitar and let Chaka do her thing with the vocals , he only backed her up a little bit on the end. Respect the respectful.

    • @patriciaarps3335
      @patriciaarps3335 Před 3 lety +14

      Loving This! Thank You For Sharing ☺️

    • @moji4621
      @moji4621 Před 2 lety +7

      He was feeling it something heavy

    • @williamcollins4049
      @williamcollins4049 Před 2 lety +8

      Prince is such a gentleman.

    • @mvib1604
      @mvib1604 Před 2 lety +11

      That’s not even the half of it…he gave her a whole ass song that helped her blow up even more back in the day (‘I Feel for You’). That’s beyond gentlemanly!

    • @MechellMcClain6645
      @MechellMcClain6645 Před 2 lety +3

      Yes he did.

  • @justinlpugh
    @justinlpugh Před měsícem +11

    We didn't deserve this kind of talent. Just graceful unmerited genius. RIP to the one and only Prince.

  • @ejthierry
    @ejthierry Před 11 měsíci +34

    At Café de Paris, London. I was there, working being the main bar by the stage. ❤

  • @JuliaGraves1225
    @JuliaGraves1225 Před 3 lety +428

    I never thought the song could get any better, but I was wrong. He makes the guitar speak to you like you're the only one in the room. Miss him so much.

  • @myonlyAAAshepherd1
    @myonlyAAAshepherd1 Před 3 lety +270

    I think Prince's guitar is speaking in Spanish, French, Swahili and then it is being translated to English! 🎶🎸🎶💓🎶👂 Pure Eargasm🎶! Still watching 2020 and beyond!

  • @christinesunvrse1
    @christinesunvrse1 Před 17 dny +11

    A lot of people are commenting about how kids of today have it bad bc they didn’t get to listen to great music like this. My 19 y/o had friends over a few nights ago. What was on their playlist? THIS! As well as America, Steely Dan, The Eagles, Chicago, America, Creed, STP, etc. Husband and I were sitting inside laughing and reminiscing. My kids most recent tat? Eddie Vedder hanging from the rafters haha! If it’s a treasure, they’ll find it!

    • @lavenderbee3611
      @lavenderbee3611 Před 13 dny +1

      It's really strange that kids want to listen to their parents and grandparents music. I saw Earth, Wind and Fire pre-pandemic and the audience was full of young people. The mid to late 20th century was really a golden age for music.

  • @tr377723
    @tr377723 Před 2 lety +307

    This live version of Sweet thing is insane. Chaka khan's voice is so incredible. Prince was so good at playing guitar that it was almost like the guitar was a living being or an extension of himself. Him and Jimmy Hendrix really the greatest players of that instrument.

    • @jmignott5218
      @jmignott5218 Před rokem +3

      ❤️❤️💯👍⭐️⭐️ 👏 👏 Love it

    • @bags-cs1te
      @bags-cs1te Před rokem +3

      Absolutely beautiful 🎶🎵🎼

    • @gregt5794
      @gregt5794 Před rokem +2

      Yes

    • @Wyldbutterfly028
      @Wyldbutterfly028 Před rokem +11

      While I think they’re both great at Guitar let us not forget BB King, Eric Clapton and Stevie Ray Vaughn!

    • @mimsnshine
      @mimsnshine Před 11 měsíci +1

      😍

  • @HandlebarOrionX
    @HandlebarOrionX Před 4 lety +953

    Underrated guitar god, Prince. Accompanied by not merely a goddess but a TITAN in Chaka Khan. Two of the most talented people on the planet

    • @azzteke
      @azzteke Před 4 lety +30

      Underrated? By whom?

    • @c.f.1313
      @c.f.1313 Před 4 lety +17

      @@azzteke no way, the world knows what musical geniuses both of these artists were/are and all musicians they chose to accompany them, had to be the best as well!👍✌😎👍

    • @helgimarbjarnason8488
      @helgimarbjarnason8488 Před 4 lety +25

      Underrated ? Clapton said he was the best guitar player ever :)

    • @HandlebarOrionX
      @HandlebarOrionX Před 4 lety +15

      @@azzteke underrated as in, nobody in the guitar god fandom seems to talk as much about Prince as a guitar god as much as they do Jimmy Hendrix or Ted Nugent

    • @c.f.1313
      @c.f.1313 Před 4 lety

      @@helgimarbjarnason8488 Indeed🎸

  • @philip_roa
    @philip_roa Před 3 lety +652

    It's amazing how Prince actually knew his place while performing with Chaka Khan. He knew when to stand out and blend in musically. :-)

    • @aaleyah5380
      @aaleyah5380 Před 3 lety +37

      Humility! A virtue that most nowadays lack❤️

    • @soundman615
      @soundman615 Před 3 lety +28

      He's a pro,nuf said!

    • @kelly1743
      @kelly1743 Před 3 lety +41

      He loved her and real recognize real.

    • @nm1raider758
      @nm1raider758 Před 3 lety +13

      That's because he knew that he had better know his place around Ms. C K! Prince stated that he LOVED working with her! But, that she was a TOUGH Lady to work for/with!!!

    • @hellynnwheels6819
      @hellynnwheels6819 Před 3 lety +10

      He knew she was the queen

  • @MsDemorris
    @MsDemorris Před rokem +4

    Prince is everything but recognizing a legend at your show and backing them up at yout show,class,respect, and humility. How about she slays all day and he letter do her thing and he still everything.

  • @quonito3650
    @quonito3650 Před 2 lety +23

    “THANK YOUUUUUUUUUUUUU”…literally had me hooked and she ain’t even sang yet

  • @jeffreybussmann3313
    @jeffreybussmann3313 Před 4 lety +365

    These two just go together like peanut butter & jelly.

    • @wood4278
      @wood4278 Před 3 lety +1

      Which one Jiffy and Welch's or the Goob...

    • @dawnkimble3027
      @dawnkimble3027 Před 3 lety +3

      I think Prince got his jam in Chaka Khan's jelly!!

    • @orafranc237
      @orafranc237 Před 3 lety

      Delicious

    • @maximummatt73
      @maximummatt73 Před 3 lety +3

      Chaka Khan is the star......
      And Prince the Big Dipper

  • @mayling8207
    @mayling8207 Před 4 lety +1038

    Chaka said Prince had to remind her who she was because she was feeling down musically. They got into the studio and started touring together.

    • @ryanvelez6762
      @ryanvelez6762 Před 4 lety +20

      ❤️🙏

    • @thefluorfuser
      @thefluorfuser Před 4 lety +118

      He was such an inspiration and she hit me hard with Tell Me Something Good AND Sweet Thing in the mid 70's as a white girl from an all white small town in No Cali. It was her, the Spinners and EW&F that helped me find my inner soul and love for R&B music. It shaped my entire life...Thank God for music, especially when it speaks to you so deeply and so loudly, that it blocks out the ugliness in the world.

    • @jonniehickson5599
      @jonniehickson5599 Před 4 lety +30

      @@thefluorfuser Listening to this made chills go up my spine! Just Awesome!

    • @roderickhorton7845
      @roderickhorton7845 Před 4 lety +16

      Listen in and see if you can tell where Chaka got in touch with her roots. Try 5:33 or so.

    • @markricks
      @markricks Před 4 lety +26

      Wow, really? Damn you never know about what a person is going thru. This is beautiful.

  • @stevenanderson4553
    @stevenanderson4553 Před měsícem +8

    I can’t think of a musician who got lost in the music more than Prince did! He literally felt in his heart and soul every musical note and lyric that came out of him! 🙏🏼❤️

  • @landismithCOJ
    @landismithCOJ Před 4 lety +483

    You can hear this song a million times and it sounds brand new when you hear the "Prince" version. #princeforever

    • @landismithCOJ
      @landismithCOJ Před 3 lety +5

      @@jenniferstrickland3157 yes, ma'am 💯

  • @RebelThoughts82
    @RebelThoughts82 Před 4 lety +627

    Please release more live performances! Prince is too great to not be seen!!!

    • @PurpleRain500
      @PurpleRain500 Před 4 lety +17

      This entire show has been available since ‘98 on VHS. You can find uploads of it on Dailymotion. 💜

    • @eddiecater1429
      @eddiecater1429 Před 4 lety +5

      @@PurpleRain500 Thanks

    • @PurpleRain500
      @PurpleRain500 Před 4 lety +3

      Eddie Cater You’re Welcome!

    • @marvinthompson4512
      @marvinthompson4512 Před 4 lety +2

      Yep another sad day in September first 911 now this.

    • @zacherystone7415
      @zacherystone7415 Před 4 lety

      Sho u right Rebel I wanted him to be my babys daddy lmaooooo!!!

  • @KimKoopman-go4do
    @KimKoopman-go4do Před 10 měsíci +41

    The man was a musical genius and a true gentleman,I still have a hard time dealing with his passing.😢❤

    • @melissasullivan1378
      @melissasullivan1378 Před 3 měsíci

      Me too. I still can't bring myself to listen to "The Beautiful Ones" without wanting to cry

  • @anndriggers6660
    @anndriggers6660 Před 2 lety +224

    I sure hope everybody was paying attention because that is the very last time that you will ever see that kind of artistry and perfection. The magnificence of Prince was a one time thing. Now we only have this footage to remember him by. Absolutely breaks my heart to lose him... Rest in peace sweet Prince

    • @deborahcanty1047
      @deborahcanty1047 Před rokem +7

      They slayed this pure "Buttha" absolutely Genius

    • @tajahutcherson1972
      @tajahutcherson1972 Před rokem +3

      💯🎯

    • @kristinmelinamercury8880
      @kristinmelinamercury8880 Před rokem +4

      RIP sweet darling Prince, you did go far to young 😢😢😢

    • @soundmindbodydivine
      @soundmindbodydivine Před 11 měsíci +4

      I saw him when he was touring with Chaka Khan and Larry Graham. One of the best shows ever. He mostly played piano and danced, Larry and Chaka just grooved through the whole thing.

    • @duwaynericketts37
      @duwaynericketts37 Před 9 měsíci +5

      The passing of Prince hit me hard he was a musical genius

  • @SuperStephanotis
    @SuperStephanotis Před 4 lety +370

    One of the great sadnesses of my life is that I never got to see Prince live in concert. He was magic!

    • @catsnbirds4371
      @catsnbirds4371 Před 2 lety +9

      I'm with you in that regard, I will always be sad I never got to witness his magic in person.

    • @musicartlover963
      @musicartlover963 Před 2 lety +8

      I feel the same way y'all been a fan since his song I wanna be your lover. All hail 2 the mighty Purple One a true artist and musical genius we miss YOU

    • @patriciahamilton1728
      @patriciahamilton1728 Před 2 lety +3

      I did I went to see Prince right here in Nashville TN in the 90,s

    • @jonesing88
      @jonesing88 Před 2 lety +6

      I was able to see Prince twice in my life. And believe me it was magical. I know it is no consolation, but at least you have cds, albums, and CZcams.

    • @musicartlover963
      @musicartlover963 Před 2 lety +1

      @@jonesing88 thanks jonesing

  • @bradleythomas27
    @bradleythomas27 Před 4 lety +237

    Chaka Khan just doesnt age!!!!!! The woman looks the same now in 2019 as she did in 1998!

  • @rdtruckinguk8532
    @rdtruckinguk8532 Před 2 lety +147

    I was there and right at the front!! Unbelievable show, never wanted that night to end, it seemed to go forever. I would love to see the full concert released the way it was filmed.

    • @bobbylloyd9208
      @bobbylloyd9208 Před 2 lety +10

      I would love for that. Any live footage of prince is worth it's weight in gold. Such a gift for the people living during the same time as he was preforming. A true blessing for people who love music.

    • @darylchambers5945
      @darylchambers5945 Před 2 lety +9

      I am SO envious.

    • @johnhendricks8140
      @johnhendricks8140 Před rokem +6

      Prince was a consummate professional.

    • @jakeweisenberg3097
      @jakeweisenberg3097 Před rokem +3

      That’s awesome!!..What other songs did he play that night?, best wishes, Jake

    • @lacreshacrosby6044
      @lacreshacrosby6044 Před 4 měsíci

      ⁠h

  • @Tressala
    @Tressala Před 3 lety +13

    This is why I love the internet

  • @minniemouska4320
    @minniemouska4320 Před 4 lety +646

    Prince helped so many women in their careers. He respected their talent.He wasn’t so full of himself and often played acompaniment to their lead singing. Chakas career had taken a dive and he helped her back up.He really was a Sweet Thang. Miss you so much Prince. There will never be another like you.

    • @guavajellyjam
      @guavajellyjam Před 3 lety +50

      Hahaha ! You think Chaka Khan needed Prince’s help ? What you smokin ?

    • @journalvoicessbu2033
      @journalvoicessbu2033 Před 3 lety +36

      you are on drugs! Prince is good but he didn't brand no Chaka, its like saying Luther Vandross made Patti LaBelle? Chaka's been doing her thang for decades boo #fact check

    • @jojosaylor8996
      @jojosaylor8996 Před 3 lety +23

      Chaka came out way before Prince stop smoking

    • @jojosaylor8996
      @jojosaylor8996 Před 3 lety +2

      @NL Q They both were on drugs

    • @minniemouska4320
      @minniemouska4320 Před 3 lety +33

      I realize Chaka came before Prince, but her career really did hit a low point at one time,possibly due to drug use.Ive loved Chakas music since the 70s

  • @msoddballz5763
    @msoddballz5763 Před 4 lety +191

    Prince played the hell outta that guitar and chaka khan looked gorgeous. This is my favorite song by her.

  • @SuperDawgDaddy
    @SuperDawgDaddy Před 3 lety +52

    Chaka's voice... Prince's guitar. OMG

  • @kennedydewitt3219
    @kennedydewitt3219 Před 8 měsíci +35

    Chaka Khan can sing and vocalize like no other ,WHAT A VOICE

  • @StewartRogers
    @StewartRogers Před 4 lety +663

    I was there, and it was magical 💜

    • @fransbuijs808
      @fransbuijs808 Před 4 lety +27

      Good for you! I wish I'd been there, but I saw him with Larry Graham and Lenny Kravitz later that year, so I'm good too.😎

    •  Před 4 lety +23

      You are so so lucky, what an amazing memory to have

    • @gerardmarcel7705
      @gerardmarcel7705 Před 4 lety +11

      Man I would have give my left nut for this performance

    • @walterwright8242
      @walterwright8242 Před 4 lety +11

      You lucky son of a gun. The magic you speak of radiates through my computer screen.

    • @TracyD2
      @TracyD2 Před 4 lety +2

      👍🏽 Nice

  • @3rdeyegirl83
    @3rdeyegirl83 Před 4 lety +307

    There will never be another like U Prince!!

  • @robintemple7651
    @robintemple7651 Před 10 měsíci +17

    Chaka is a musical instrument.

  • @garytagles7910
    @garytagles7910 Před rokem +12

    Ahh Man!!! More talent in Prince’s finger than most current artists

  • @charleswilliams8248
    @charleswilliams8248 Před 4 lety +483

    Prince 🤴 has so much respect for Chaka voice, he doesn’t play when she sings. Wow 😯 🤩. A front man background playing. So awesome!

    • @idk-qg2rm
      @idk-qg2rm Před 4 lety +12

      For real! It didn't seem like he had a downright love song! Chaka always on point yep. RIP Prince🕊️

    • @Dermont1
      @Dermont1 Před 4 lety +23

      Musically you do not play the melody when you have a vocalist; you play the chords instead, accomping the artist.

    • @siaalpha
      @siaalpha Před 3 lety +16

      yes a true artist that respects other artists

    • @linbonn4749
      @linbonn4749 Před 3 lety +5

      @@siaalpha Respect....given...is a wonderful thing to watch/hear!

    • @charleswilliams8248
      @charleswilliams8248 Před 3 lety +7

      It’s still about respect!

  • @fightingdreamer8681
    @fightingdreamer8681 Před 4 lety +146

    I adore this version. It's slower than the studio version but rougher and more raw...

    • @devans00
      @devans00 Před 3 lety +9

      Chaka put her own stank on the original version. That’s why live music is awesome.

  • @ladyvader2648
    @ladyvader2648 Před 3 lety +47

    Prince's music never fails to make any woman feel good and sexy.

  • @ethan02
    @ethan02 Před rokem +4

    Love Chaka and rest in peace The great Prince 🙏🏾🌹

  • @peerawatphompan2188
    @peerawatphompan2188 Před 3 lety +213

    Prince is the most underrated guitarist of all time. He is one of the best of all time.

    • @angc1456
      @angc1456 Před rokem +4

      Agreed

    • @Elena_K3
      @Elena_K3 Před rokem +1

      @Peerawat Phompan vous avez parfaitement RAISON ✌️👍👌❤️

    • @spin0491
      @spin0491 Před rokem +6

      Without a doubt but true artist/musicians knew how good he was musical genius!!!!!

    • @groofoot
      @groofoot Před rokem +3

      I rank him 2nd of All time, only behind EVH ... so sad that they're both gone now

    • @dustyroze150
      @dustyroze150 Před rokem +1

      bcuz he Black of Color & wasn't an Homosexual

  • @DionneEvette2012
    @DionneEvette2012 Před 3 lety +142

    She is so beautiful but damn Prince is beautiful! Finnnnneeeeee

  • @iceblade207
    @iceblade207 Před 2 lety +74

    The frequency Prince plays on is so angelic.

  • @flowerpower9541
    @flowerpower9541 Před 3 lety +27

    51 year old white girl, farm girl, grew up with George Jones etc. But Lord, went and gave me SOUL!! LOVE THIS SONG, LOVE PRINCE, Don't matter who you are you should be able to groove to this song, YASSSSS!!!

    • @sheiladavis6523
      @sheiladavis6523 Před 3 lety

      Bonnie Potter ...Who cares if you are white music doesn't have a color 🎷🎵🎺🎤 🎹🎸 May 7,2021

    • @flowerpower9541
      @flowerpower9541 Před 3 lety +1

      @@sheiladavis6523 my point is actually that usually that demographic isn't open to other music. Close minded no classical,nothing else at all, but I get your point!! 🙂 there lots of people who don't let themselves learn the awesomeness of all kinds of music!!! Rock on friend

  • @jbennett3794
    @jbennett3794 Před 3 lety +90

    he looked at Chaka as though she were a God...and then I started to tear up and smile simultaneously.

    • @debrogers626
      @debrogers626 Před 3 lety +10

      Prince said when he was younger he was in love with her. It still shows

    • @angelitepriestess1562
      @angelitepriestess1562 Před 3 lety +4

      @@debrogers626 What a blast that moment for them xx

    • @ladyvader2648
      @ladyvader2648 Před 3 lety +2

      Goosebumps.

    • @Swoop2565
      @Swoop2565 Před 3 lety +1

      Prince knows the magnificent talent of Ms. Khan 🏆

    • @TheDistrict644
      @TheDistrict644 Před 3 lety +1

      Man...I really miss the brother. He was one of my favorite artist.

  • @rudyvradio
    @rudyvradio Před 4 lety +769

    How many in September 2019 still can't believe he's not here anymore?

    • @theleonardobectonproject901
      @theleonardobectonproject901 Před 4 lety +14

      I was just telling my girlfriend that this morning! I was listening 2 Prince live in Switzerland part 2, and Nothing Compares 2 u came on...My eyes almost started sweating, right at the public bus stop....

    • @ryharuto
      @ryharuto Před 4 lety +2

      Rudy V believe it! Now make sneaky Kirk pay for his untimely demise!😡

    • @celeste1737
      @celeste1737 Před 4 lety +2

      Rudy V 💜💜💜💜

    • @amicline4846
      @amicline4846 Před 4 lety +9

      it will never be real to me...but i really love that we can now enjoy him on youtube:) what gift these are to me...and everyone

    • @ansatainanna8395
      @ansatainanna8395 Před 4 lety +3

      When one's Life -our family are all so deeply, intrinsically tied in with another Brilliant Precious Life, for countless years.....
      Nah it'll never be the same again. Only the Love.
      With That? Oyeah It's impossible to believe... every single second we breathe.

  • @pennymccormick3471
    @pennymccormick3471 Před 2 lety +44

    I will never get over the loss of him....never. He impacted my life so much. He was magical. He was a gift. Just...a gift.

    • @MichaelSevilla97
      @MichaelSevilla97 Před 3 měsíci

      so true prince will always be the goat solo artist and performer

  • @sevinatenine4444
    @sevinatenine4444 Před 3 lety +36

    I WISH WE HAD THIS KINDA MUSIC FROM TODAY'S GENERATION OF MUSIC MAKERS.

  • @SolidRocEntertainmentSRE
    @SolidRocEntertainmentSRE Před 4 lety +189

    I've always said this song rhythm section is basically reggae influenced, as a Jamaican I know for sure, that bassline has Kingston all over it

    • @kymgregory3297
      @kymgregory3297 Před 4 lety +12

      You’re right..... i felt a real reggae vibe in his intro jam especially

    • @doctorbuzzard10
      @doctorbuzzard10 Před 4 lety +13

      Never heard it before but you’re right, especially this version. Lovers rock!

    • @royshuler7046
      @royshuler7046 Před 4 lety +5

      @ Solid Roc - Great observation 👏🏾.

    • @pman8478
      @pman8478 Před 3 lety +12

      Chord progression for the majority is the same as Bob marley's waiting in vain just bumped up a half step

    • @kingshango38
      @kingshango38 Před 3 lety

      You are right indeed, it has the reggae feel to it. Something one can jam to.

  • @AZIZ18691
    @AZIZ18691 Před 4 lety +323

    Prince and his favorite female singer, The Voice Chaka Kahn. Just exquisite!!!

    • @cocovernon8394
      @cocovernon8394 Před 4 lety +11

      Dynamic!!! Lord Prince just wore me out. You are missed sir❤

    • @chrisbreedy2314
      @chrisbreedy2314 Před 4 lety +10

      He called her the 'mother of all voices'
      Love both geniuses❤

    • @SandyWolf-
      @SandyWolf- Před 4 lety +1

      Freaking "SWEET THING!" WOW- I LOVE GOOD MUSIC 👍🏽🎶🎵🎵🎶❤

    • @LG-kx8xl
      @LG-kx8xl Před 3 lety +7

      @@cocovernon8394 Chaka & Prince are my all time favorites! I wanted her to sing that to him for me! If I was there I would",ve just started where I'd end up, on the floor! Prince💜💜💜💜💜

    • @LizDaWiz
      @LizDaWiz Před 2 lety

      SO ABSOLUTELY

  • @MAM-cy3yy
    @MAM-cy3yy Před 3 lety +5

    North Philly shout out to Chaka and Prince. We love you Prince. RIP

  • @juanlambda27
    @juanlambda27 Před 3 lety +8

    Nobody can top Prince but he's such a fan boy here!

  • @jamesha175
    @jamesha175 Před 4 lety +127

    chaka brought her own fan with her - because she is easily overheated - because she is smokin hot

  • @PurpleRain500
    @PurpleRain500 Před 4 lety +225

    Words cannot describe how much I adore this performance! 💜💜💜💜💜✝️☮️💟

  • @jackryder-sw9rk
    @jackryder-sw9rk Před 9 měsíci +8

    So underated as a guitarist, he was mustard, some of the riffs he did were beyond magical.

  • @tdenton01
    @tdenton01 Před 3 lety +38

    For those who didn't know.. prince was also one of the best guitar players also. You would never hear him say it. But many people did

    • @francispower1418
      @francispower1418 Před rokem +1

      Journalist interviewing Eric Clapton asks “what is it like being the greatest guitarist in the world’? “No idea” says Eric “ask Prince”.

  • @ejtaylor27
    @ejtaylor27 Před 5 měsíci +23

    I love how she came on saying “ thank you” to find that key in a slick way
    She is so good

  • @sherrymarcell5235
    @sherrymarcell5235 Před 4 lety +41

    This performance was a crime...They killed it😍

  • @cmonster67
    @cmonster67 Před 4 lety +390

    Ah, the days when artists sang without autotuners and played real instruments... Gotta love it; gotta miss it...

    • @cmonster67
      @cmonster67 Před 4 lety +6

      @Dante Whitley Yes, there are probably a handful that do. It's still far FAR less than the amount that did pre-millennium. It should also be noted that Prince was far from being a Pop Star. Not only did he write his own music and lyrics, he wrote for pop stars who weren't nearly as talented. His music spans many genres beyond just pop music. He also wrote for movies and television commercials. He had his hand in the growth of several performers and groups, far more that pop artists in any era.

    • @CyberninjaX01
      @CyberninjaX01 Před 4 lety +13

      Lots of artists Still sing, play instruments and write for other people. Your comment is ridiculous!

    • @maggiedoja
      @maggiedoja Před 4 lety

      C Monster we still do it still exists

    • @darkbluebossa
      @darkbluebossa Před 4 lety +1

      @@CyberninjaX01 yes, but I think C Monster referred to mainstream pop, where we dont have the same amount of real musicians as we had in the 70s and 80s

    • @Oblee
      @Oblee Před 4 lety +1

      People were saying the same thing when this performance happened. It wasn't true then, either.

  • @elaine5922
    @elaine5922 Před 2 lety +5

    4:12 You Go Girl!

  • @marieljoed
    @marieljoed Před 3 lety +74

    Prince was so talented in everything that his guitar playing seems to get overshadowed. Total top 10 guitarist! Check him out shedding it playing "while my guitar gently sleeps" fantastic

    • @thepromiseman7745
      @thepromiseman7745 Před 2 lety +1

      I love how he did that Jimi Hendrix ending intro at the end of the performance

    • @SlightReturn666
      @SlightReturn666 Před 9 měsíci +1

      Weeps not Sleeps. smh

  • @fumibo7777
    @fumibo7777 Před 4 lety +124

    Somebody bring this man back to this world again, please.

  • @adonissgirl8545
    @adonissgirl8545 Před 3 lety +189

    This rendition of this song is just special. I actually like it better than the original. But of course Prince obviously takes musicianship to a whole other level!💜💜💜

  • @luluseals2767
    @luluseals2767 Před 3 lety +107

    Prince had a huge heart for people as well as for his art. Such an amazing and awesome entertainer. The both of them together is such a Sweet Thang! R.I.P. PRINCE you were definitely ONE IN A MILLION!

  • @EMMALEEMC
    @EMMALEEMC Před 3 lety +24

    chaka sang a HYPNOTISM in that bridge you hear me??!! and prince + band with this crisp yet cosmic jamrock arrangement come onnnnn. my soul needed this

  • @reginasimmons5082
    @reginasimmons5082 Před 4 lety +278

    Prince and Chaka Khan -- the ultimate duet. "Sweet Thing," pure R&B, Jazz, Funk, Soul, Dance and Poetry. 🎸 🎷 🎹 🎶

  • @PjXu98
    @PjXu98 Před 4 lety +542

    No smartphones. Just people enjoying the concert. What an amazing time was that.

    • @willritter4076
      @willritter4076 Před 4 lety +1

      I'd be honored if some Prince fans would give a quick listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of PURPLE RAIN and DIAMONDS & PEARLS on my YT channel in tribute to the Master. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and RESPECT to the genius of Prince.

    • @user-tz3ck6uc2p
      @user-tz3ck6uc2p Před 4 lety +8

      although.. this reminds me of times in concert when Prince would tell the audience to hold up your phones. Before people used to hold up lighters during concerts but since it was a new age with technology etc. holding up phones shining their lights became a new thing :)

    • @evipe-ei326
      @evipe-ei326 Před 4 lety +1

      You say it...that was great time...

    • @daphnesmith1812
      @daphnesmith1812 Před 4 lety +10

      However, I m glad someone videoed it or we could not see it🤷

    • @dedriachavis4762
      @dedriachavis4762 Před 3 lety

      Okay!!! Just enjoying the Good music & vibes

  • @stevewilds7121
    @stevewilds7121 Před 3 lety +40

    Prince and his band just stepped back and immediately became Rufus. #Legend

  • @honeylove7678
    @honeylove7678 Před rokem +25

    I had the privilege of seeing Prince in concert, he left me speechless. RIP!

  • @grendelz
    @grendelz Před 4 lety +30

    I mean, was there ever a bad Prince performance? There has never been anyone so naturally talented and charismatic.

  • @lawrencetalley7962
    @lawrencetalley7962 Před 4 lety +13

    My man Prince was the king of music!

  • @skepchica
    @skepchica Před 2 lety +7

    Chaka is a miracle. 😍😍

  • @ARHudson-ri8uw
    @ARHudson-ri8uw Před 5 měsíci +9

    There is nothing like a live performance 🙌🏾.

  • @badgalruth
    @badgalruth Před 3 lety +163

    Can we just sit and listen to Prince “making each and every guitar he’s ever played “TALK”. Such Finesse. Prince was tired, the industry will rob your soul of happiness, that’s why he never owned a cellular phone. Low key and very private and that’s whether you’re a celebrity or not. Some thats the only way to fine peace, solitude and solidarity. He wrote that song...Chaka and Prince were very close friends. We have lost some of the greatest legends in the music industry, but this is not our home we’re just passing through this thing called “life”. Make sweet beautiful memorable memories. Be happy. Forgive. Love. Laugh. Live because “Time” is something that you’ll never get back...
    ..and if you’re reading this tell someone today that you love them because one day God will need them back. Love Paula ♥️

    • @leisareid2806
      @leisareid2806 Před 3 lety +15

      The Song "Sweet Thing" was actually co-written by Chaka Khan and Tony Maiden, who were bandmates of the Funk and R & B band, Rufus. The song was written for Chaka's then husband, Richard Holland. Rufus originally recorded the song in 1975.
      Prince learned to play the song as a teenager, being such a huge fan of the group. Of course years later and having the opportunity to work with Chaka directly several times, Prince put his stamp on the song without changing the essence. Regardless, a beautiful rendition, where Prince and his soulful musicianship are deeply missed. 💜

    • @badgalruth
      @badgalruth Před 3 lety +1

      @gary worth ♥️

    • @theoutsiders7784
      @theoutsiders7784 Před 3 lety +6

      Prince was a Gemini .. us Geminis are alot of things ... But one of things we are is very social butterflies BUT we also love privacy ... Prince did his best to remain As humble as possible ..

    • @badgalruth
      @badgalruth Před 3 lety +5

      @@theoutsiders7784 yes ♊️ i am an Aquarius my best friend is a Gemini we read each other finish each other sentences Kelly my girl. In order to have a friend you have to be one. We’re both social butterflies and hate a complainer..liar..& a victim lol

    • @theoutsiders7784
      @theoutsiders7784 Před 3 lety +3

      @@badgalruth aquarius ! My best friend is Aquarius too .. there must be this natural compatibility between Gemini an Aquarius.. get us together an it's instant comedy central !

  • @trezsimmons4875
    @trezsimmons4875 Před 4 lety +90

    By far the BEST rendition on this song done by 2 musical GENIUSES

    • @anitakos1375
      @anitakos1375 Před 3 lety +1

      I love this performance! April 21, 5 years since Prince passed away. He is and always will be my fave artist!! So sad he's gone. :(

    • @kennybaugh3802
      @kennybaugh3802 Před 3 lety

      Absolutely correct

  • @kdm313
    @kdm313 Před 2 lety +48

    Love how Prince was feeling that backing vocals he has to jump in. What a Performance

  • @johnwood3495
    @johnwood3495 Před 2 lety +23

    There will never be another Prince
    He was always ahead of the game
    Sadly missed
    His music is eternal there will never be another Prince
    Fanx for the memories the music and the magic

  • @kimdale5953
    @kimdale5953 Před 4 lety +61

    Still crying in year 2020 missing my PRINCE 💕💯

    • @mariamm.921
      @mariamm.921 Před 4 lety +2

      I thought he was mine!

    • @milkcow
      @milkcow Před 3 lety

      Hahaha cute exchange

    • @cienhuevos
      @cienhuevos Před 3 lety

      I was jarred when it first happened; too much grief to let out at and time. Then I get a little drunk after a long day of exertion and "Family Name" is playing really loud and bust into tears. And I realized it wasn't sorrow for losing the LBMF, it was joy of having walked the same earth as him for so many years.

  • @peterbravestrong
    @peterbravestrong Před 4 lety +27

    I loved how he brought musicians to the front of the stage and he slipped to the back without a care. He shone bright no matter where he stood. Damn I miss him.

  • @4weekworkout490
    @4weekworkout490 Před 6 měsíci +5

    I love it when this shows up in my feed. I can always make time to listen to Chaka!

  • @debbiefulton1001
    @debbiefulton1001 Před 3 lety +23

    He was such an underrated guitarist! He was magical on the guitar!

    • @thepromiseman7745
      @thepromiseman7745 Před 2 lety +3

      I love how he did that Jimi Hendrix ending intro at the end of the performance

  • @jamesk9287
    @jamesk9287 Před 4 lety +15

    six minutes of heavenly eloquence.

  • @RaveUn2theJoyFantastic
    @RaveUn2theJoyFantastic Před 4 lety +136

    Classic Prince & Chaka I miss him so much omg 💜

    • @willritter4076
      @willritter4076 Před 4 lety

      I'd be honored if some Prince fans would take a listen to my acoustic piano & vocal performances of PURPLE RAIN and DIAMONDS & PEARLS on my YT channel in tribute to the Master. Live acoustic with no autotune or digital editing. Thanks and RESPECT to the genius of Prince.

    • @squarefellow1
      @squarefellow1 Před 4 lety +1

      Earthly angel Chaka Khan, you are my everything. My sweet thing.

  • @jlpat58
    @jlpat58 Před 2 lety +3

    NO WORDS!! LOVE, LOVE, LOVE

  • @reginarepp3639
    @reginarepp3639 Před 2 lety +24

    True Prince fans know what a guitar genius he was. He was a musical genius in every way!! Prince you are so very much missed but so thankful that times like were recorded !! 💜💟☮️

  • @lkendrix7782
    @lkendrix7782 Před 4 lety +9

    It don’t get much better than this!

  • @OfficialMNIB
    @OfficialMNIB Před 4 lety +47

    - The world has not been the same - 🖤

    • @kimgeorge6881
      @kimgeorge6881 Před 4 lety +1

      thank u I practically cry every day loved this man so much

  • @Blondejam
    @Blondejam Před 2 lety +23

    Pure beauty in music. Thank you Prince and Chaka xxx

  • @gin8616
    @gin8616 Před rokem +2

    I hate to take away from other people who played or play the guitar because they think they're just as good as Prince if not better everyone would love to think their number one so a shout goes out to all the great guitar players

  • @glamourgirlps9019
    @glamourgirlps9019 Před 4 lety +11

    His guitar intro is so smooth & sexy...I miss my sweet Prince so very much...

  • @Depredude
    @Depredude Před 4 lety +243

    Me: Bout to sleep
    Prince state: releases new prince live video
    Me: can’t sleep, ineed prince

    • @dlvliason6658
      @dlvliason6658 Před 4 lety +7

      💜💜💜💜 Agreed! I will sleep when I'm dead. Prince Now 😍

    • @HillyPat
      @HillyPat Před 4 lety +2

      Out of words, Depredude. Merci.

    • @HOLYMEREY
      @HOLYMEREY Před 4 lety +2

      ME 😂😂💖👏💖

    • @foots4141
      @foots4141 Před 4 lety

      It's 3:57 and I'm watching Prince live performances.

  • @foreversoul1979
    @foreversoul1979 Před 2 lety +3

    I hope all is well for everyone is safe from COVID-19 but this is something I can listen once a day. Whoever doesn't like are missing music history event that will never happen again!!! "VOICE OF LIFE"

  • @roberthill4652
    @roberthill4652 Před 3 lety +16

    He was beyond all genres of music I have been listening to him since 1978 and I truly miss him