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": "Hey there! I love listening to Prince sing. He was such a classic. Do you like him?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "I really like him.  He is so eclectic, none of his stuff sounds the same so it never gets old!"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Yeah. Do you know when he started his career? "}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "He started when he was only 17!  His debut album For You was released in 1978."}, {"role": "user", "content": "Wow, I didn't realize it was so long ago. I must be getting old! Has he always played with the name band?"}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "He started playing with his band Revolution in 1984.  Their first album was Purple Rain...a classic!"}, {"role": "user", "content": "Hm... yeah I loved Purple Rain. That song was amazing. Is he still alive? I haven't been following the music scene lately."}, {"role": "assistant", "content": "Unfortunately, no.  He died in 2016.  A tragic end to a brilliant life.  He had done so much including winning an Academy award and selling 100 Million records."}]