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": "user", "content": "I really liked Prince, the singer. He had some great songs !"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Me too! I loved his eclectic work, flamboyant stage presence, crazy makeup, and incredible vocal range."}, {"role": "user", "content": "Yes, he had all of that! I was so sad to hear when he passed away."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Yea it was really unfortunate to loose another talented individual. His death on April 21, 2016 shook the world."}, {"role": "user", "content": "Wow its been that long already. Seems like it just happened."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Yea I agree. A testament to his legacy is that he sold over 100 million records worldwide! This makes him one of the best selling musicians of all time."}, {"role": "user", "content": "That is so awesome!"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "And he also won eight Grammy's, six American Music Awards, and a Golden Globe Award."}]