About the Song
"I Would Die 4 U" is a song by Prince and the Revolution, the fourth single in the US from their 1984 album, Purple Rain. The up-tempo dance song was a top 10 hit—the final one from the album—in the US, reaching number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The song "I Would Die 4 U" can be seen as an expression of deep devotion and unconditional love. For many listeners, it captures the intensity of romantic feelings and the lengths one might go for a loved one. The upbeat tempo juxtaposed with the lyrical content creates a dynamic that highlights the joy intertwined with sacrificial love. Themes of selflessness and commitment resonate throughout, inviting audiences to reflect on their own relationships and the compelling nature of love that transcends personal boundaries.
Did You Know?
- The Revolution is an American R&B/pop rock band formed in Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 1979 by Prince, serving as his live band and later as his studio band.
- The band's sound incorporated rock, funk, R&B, new wave, synthpop and psychedelia elements.
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Purple Rain
- Genre: Pop
- iTunes release date: June 25, 1984
- Track runtime: 2:50
Video Snapshot
- Video title: Prince and the Revolution – When Doves Cry (Official Music Video)
- YouTube channel: Prince
- Video published: July 7, 2017
- Video runtime: 3 minutes, 45 seconds
- YouTube views when drafted: 136,480,809
- YouTube likes when drafted: 1,036,911
- YouTube comments when drafted: 31,557
Quick Facts
- Artist: PRINCE & THE REVOLUTION
- Song: I WOULD DIE 4 U
- Album/collection: Purple Rain
- Genre: Pop
- Reference page: I Would Die 4 U
