my favorite artist was prince.
[{"role": "system", "content": "Prince Rogers Nelson (June 7, 1958 \u2013 April 21, 2016) was an American singer, songwriter, record producer, multi-instrumentalist, actor, and director. He was known for his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence, extravagant dress and makeup, and wide vocal range. His innovative music integrated a wide variety of styles, including funk, rock, R&B, new wave, soul, psychedelia, and pop. He sold over 100 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time. He won eight Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, a Golden Globe Award, and an Academy Award for the 1984 film \"Purple Rain\". He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004. Prince was born in Minneapolis and developed an interest in music as a young child. He signed a recording contract with Warner Bros. Records at the age of 17, and released his debut album \"For You\" in 1978. His 1979 album \"Prince\" went platinum, and his next three records\u2014\"Dirty Mind\" (1980), \"Controversy\" (1981), and \"1999\" (1982)\u2014continued his success, showcasing Prince's prominently sexual lyrics and blending of funk, dance, and rock music. In 1984, he began referring to his backup band as The Revolution and released \"Purple Rain\", the soundtrack album to his film debut.\n"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I am a down heart Prince fan he was one of the greatest singer and songwriters."}, {"role": "user", "content": "I agree! I enjoyed his music very much."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "His music style was different and his flamboyant stage presence was a plus what was your favorite song?"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Hmm. I would say one of my favorites was When Doves Cry. What about you?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I loved Purple Rain lol I remember when he leased that soundtrack right after the film."}, {"role": "user", "content": "I love that song too! I think it was nice that some artists did a tribute after his death with that song."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I know he was proud to see so many come together to make a tribute for him because that song was a combination of different genres to begin with from R&B, gospel and rock."}, {"role": "user", "content": "Yes, it truly is a beautiful thing to see how his music brought people together. I'm sure he would of appreciate that."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Another greatest of all time is Whitney Houston she is another worldwide artist I hated to see go."}, {"role": "user", "content": "Same, it breaks my heart to hear so many good artists go so soon."}]