Listen to this when
Let's Go Crazy
Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to celebrate. 💜
Who it's for
It turns a sermon into a party: the song acknowledges that life is hard ("this thing called life") and answers with joy rather than worry.
Excited→Celebratory
Feelings it meets
What it is
The opening track of Purple Rain starts with Prince's spoken "Dearly beloved, we are gathered here today to get through this thing called life" over church organ, then explodes into a racing funk-rock party and a blazing guitar solo. It was a US No. 1 hit.
Where to find it
All major streaming services.
Before you start
Age: Not rated (suggested all ages)
I am as light as a feather, I am as happy as an angel, I am as merry as a schoolboy.Charles Dickens, A Christmas Carol
