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Coffee Break: Songs for Prince Celebration 2023

by Jill Riley

June 07, 2023

Prince performing in 1985.
Prince performing in 1985.Ron Wolfson/Landov

Prince Rogers Nelson was born on June 7, 1958, so today would have been his 65th birthday. This week is also Prince Celebration at Paisley Park, running June 8-11.

The event includes appearances by Chuck D, Chaka Khan, and Doug. E Fresh, as well as performances by Sounds of Blackness and Shelby J. Since this year’s celebration comes 7 years after Prince’s passing, there will be special programming discussing the significance of that number in his life. It’s a week to gather with Prince fans to remember his incredible legacy.

For today’s 9:30 Coffee Break, which songs by Prince should we play?


Respond with your song ideas in the comments below.

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Songs Played
Prince - 7
Prince - Rock and Roll is Alive
Prince - Purple Rain
Prince - Paisley Park
Prince - Starfish and Coffee
Prince - Cream (bonus)

Coffee Break: Songs for Prince Celebration 2023