You can tell Chris is a real fan and Prince respects his thoughtfulness.

@sspsllc

8 ай бұрын

AND ALL OF THOSE SUPERSTARS BELIEVED IN GOD.

@random22026

8 ай бұрын

A real...FRIEND... 😉🤗🤗

I love the genuine wonder and curiosity in Chris's eyes. Historic interview.

@ioncewasmikey

Жыл бұрын

@Festivus agreed. When Prince gives his explanation of "The Dawn" it seems like Chris' instinctive reaction is to laugh, but then he looks terrified at the thought of laughing at Prince. 😆

@ricileigh88

Жыл бұрын

It's refreshing. He really cared about the answers - not just running off questions like most interviewers do.

@collinsmcrae

Жыл бұрын

For sure. Chris has mentioned a lot about how big a fan he is of Prince. He’s completely star struck here.

@LindaC616

Жыл бұрын

And in fear of Prince's famous sudden exits

@michaelmarama-de4gx

9 ай бұрын

​@@LindaC616EXACTLY 4:07

For Chris Rock to get this interview at that time was MAJOR!! REST IN POWER TO THE PURPLE ONE, PRINCE!!!

@ghanasoul

Жыл бұрын

Keep in mind by ‘97 Chris Rock was HUGE. He was riding high on the “Bring the Pain” special. It got him a book deal, HBO talk show movie opportunities etc. that’s how he got this.

@aaroningl

Жыл бұрын

And what a really great interview. One of the most honest I've ever seen.

@demisialockett8437

Жыл бұрын

That is right the Purple 💜 one the amethyst king he said he really A Gemini I think Prince is Aquarius ♒ or Taurus ♉.

@ASMR-XI-ZUI

Жыл бұрын

Prince is still alive. I saw him. He just couldn't hack the crazy media madness. So he now living low profile shhhhhhh don't tell any1. It's our secret.

@briannaburch6737

Жыл бұрын

@@demisialockett8437 prince was a Gemini ♊️ born June 7 th and Chris rock is an Aquarius ♒️ another air sign

Chris Rock in my opinion did a really good job of interviewing Prince, seemed well prepared and asked a lot of really good questions.

@elchatodeoro1

7 ай бұрын

It was because Chris was a really big fan of Prince, and he knew what exaclty to ask, just like a fan interviewing his idol.

Chris' face the whole time was like "i can't believe I'm interviewing Prince"

Chris Rock conducted the hell out of that interview. He and Prince were both amazing. RIP Prince.

@ASMR-XI-ZUI

Жыл бұрын

Prince is still alive. He wanted to live low profile away from media harassment. Shhhhhh don't tell any1.

@themountainsandthesea4121

2 ай бұрын

@@ASMR-XI-ZUI I wish

LMFAOOOOOOO. The infamous "I sure as hell ain't singing that to you. And you sure as hell ain't singing that to me" 💀

@timy9197

Жыл бұрын

Prince really invented “Pause”

@ubself

Жыл бұрын

@@timy9197 good one, fo sure

@ssppeeaarr

Жыл бұрын

but MJ didnt mean it a fruity way tho...😞😂 lol classic line tho from prince.

@nehsangbong7259

Жыл бұрын

@@ssppeeaarr oh I know haha 😄

@covenahs

Жыл бұрын

@@ssppeeaarr Oh Michael Jackson meant it in a fruity way he was good with putting innuendos in his songs.

Prince was and IS STILL the COMPLETE package.......PERIOD!!!!!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜💜

@galetinm

Жыл бұрын

He wasn't a package. A package of what? I hate when people are being called packages. It's a stupid saying. He was a human being. An extraordinary one.

@danielsullivan2558

Жыл бұрын

@@galetinm its a saying, meaning "handsome,intelligent,wealthy,spiritual,& a genuine good human etc".

@realSimoneCherie

Жыл бұрын

@@galetinmtalent. A package of talent

@AC-mp7cx

Жыл бұрын

but cant sell albums

@sideone8914

Жыл бұрын

@@AC-mp7cx tf are u on lmao

26 years later and those Versace sunglasses are still dope af🔥

@only1adonis

9 ай бұрын

The glasses are OK. It’s Prince. Cooler than the other side of the pillow

There will never be another Artist like Prince

@thestrangemanreturns

Жыл бұрын

same for every legend.

@Truesong922

Жыл бұрын

What about Michael jackson u dummy 0:36

@I_Shit_on_your_shit_point

Жыл бұрын

Depends on how specific you are going to get. So its kind of a lame sentiment.

@kateflowers4942

9 ай бұрын

@jeanmiller7177 Jamaican? And you love prince

@catherinewoolf504

9 ай бұрын

@@I_Shit_on_your_shit_point It’s not as lame as your comment. There will never be another artist like Prince because his talent can’t be replicated

Chris is slaying this interview, really dialed in to Prince. He started of with some sensitive subject matter…androgyny, etc. Prince seems humble and thoughtful, and appears he doesn’t get offended easily

You can tell Prince is impressed by Chris' research and knowledge

In such a dignified way, he said Michael wasn’t on his level because he would only compare himself with a composing musician. I have always felt the same in that comparison.

@nakitawilliams4259

Жыл бұрын

He respect Michael and they were actually friends behind The scenes so stop trying to make a beef that’s non existent

@ChiefYuya

Жыл бұрын

@@nakitawilliams4259 You didn’t understand my post Nakita. Take care.

@notme1728

Жыл бұрын

@@nakitawilliams4259not really they threw plenty of shots at each other Michael was a entertainer prince was a artist

@nakitawilliams4259

Жыл бұрын

@@notme1728 mj was an artist too. You just want drama so bad when they were actually friends and had no real beef. The real beef was prince & Rick James not mj & prince. I don’t even think that’s what prince was saying, y’all know prince is a drama queen with a lil ego at times so it’s not suprising he blew it out of proportion. If mj & prince dud throw shots with eachother I doubt it was from a deep hateful place.

@thevoidinclusive

11 ай бұрын

MTV edited out some additional comments about Michael from this interview. They also edited out more comments Prince made about the birds and the bees re: Playboy, erotic literature. Seems everyone has their own spin on the past… kzread.info/dash/bejne/ma2Cs8qzXcvPl9I.html

Prince really helped Chris out in this interview and made him look better. That's awesome. It's clear Prince had a lot of respect for Chris and elaborated his answers to help the interview. I remember watching this interview when it was new and I don't remember it being this rough. This is the most down to earth I have ever seen Prince. Really great to see these two showing great respect for one another. That's cool. Also where's the Michael Jackson collaboration question?

@kimlr-herring

Жыл бұрын

This is probably the best interview (most candid?) I've seen from Prince ever.

@bossteamentertainment6836

Жыл бұрын

If it wasn't this interview then I think Prince spoke about the collaboration when he was interviewed by Bill Bellamy.

@kimlr-herring

Жыл бұрын

@@bossteamentertainment6836 I will look for that. 🙏

@cbond1c113

Жыл бұрын

Right, that's basically what I was alluding to in my comment. I like the way you put. I've still yet to see an interview where there are questions asked about the film "Under the Cherry Moon' and whether he regretted making it etc.

@ramsesstafford4640

Жыл бұрын

Prince and Michael both love the crap out of comedians especially Prince. Both legends really did favor comedians they loved.

Wow Prince was almost 40 in this and looked like a teenager he was really beautiful and I miss him so much 🥲

No one can write music, compose, sing, play guitar, play bass guitar, keyboards, drum, and dance at the level he performs at. Nobody can do all that. True G.O.AT.

Magical. This is the type of quality content we like to see from the MTV vault. Excellent interview.

So happy to see this interview, Chris Rock did one hell of a job interviewing Prince and prince rarely did an interview and who can blame him, he was selective, he didn’t let just anyone in his circle.

@ASMR-XI-ZUI

Жыл бұрын

Prince was a rare diamond 💎

@iamdevilboy5976

Жыл бұрын

@@ASMR-XI-ZUI that’s true

Gotta love a Prince interview... He Always Dropped Jewels 🙏RIP to the Legend

Best interview ever.. Chris was thrilled to see Prince. Me tooo.😂

@alohajenn

3 ай бұрын

Best ever I agree🙌

Man you can see just how happy Chris is to get to know him like this.

Prince just embodied music. Musical notes were like blood cells to him. Miss him so much.

This was more than an interview... it was a conversation amongst friends. I feel like Prince was very authentic and open. Much love and honor to these two Legendary Artists ✨️💛✨️

@krusher74

7 ай бұрын

it was what we not call a podcast.

He was the GREATEST of all times. No one can touch him.

@mercedes7811

Жыл бұрын

One of the greatest yes. Would add MJ. Both are in a lane of their own.

@StarrdigitalProductions

Жыл бұрын

In the words of Keith Sweat, “Nobody”!

@theandroids

Жыл бұрын

@@StarrdigitalProductions Nobody

@youngbroadway

Жыл бұрын

Facts!

@lazlothegoat9663

Жыл бұрын

@@mercedes7811MJ AND Bob Marley

this was 25 years ago!! time has flown.

Rock's talents never cease to amaze...although interviewing people isn't part of his 'job', he handled this interview with more genuine curiosity and smarts than 90% of the 'pros' do...and u can tell Prince respected him too given his willingness to provide long, thoughtful answers.

“Were All Children Inside” I know Exactly What he Means & Agree 100%. RIP 👑

@themountainsandthesea4121

2 ай бұрын

Yes. Some of us more than others❤

Wow Chris is one of the best interviewers I've seen. Ask the most interesting and brain picking questions. Maybe it's because he actually is a huge Prince fan

Prince is a class act and carried this interview with Chris Rock. This is a classic moment. Beautiful 💜✨️💜✨️

These are some surprisingly hard-hitting questions. Normally, in a Prince interview you can tell that they were versed in advance in regards to what questions 'not to ask' as opposed to which ones 'to ask.' This interview seems comprised of all those questions that would normally fall into the category of 'questions not to ask.' I think that Prince chose this moment to allow that level of inquiry with Chris Rock, which shows how comfortable he felt with him. "Damn, I miss this man!"

@rootsdubz

Жыл бұрын

Chris is very intelligent and talented and Prince knew that. Smart people connect at their own level. Both artists respect one another.

This is the most unguarded I've seen prince in an interview. So dearly misses💜

They jelled nicely in that interview. The mutual respect is awesome to see.

@only1adonis

9 ай бұрын

*Gelled, as in *gel. Not *jelled

Prince was a musician first and foremost. He knew he was great and didn’t shy away from it. He and MJ respected each other.

@horrorpowerfilms9481

10 ай бұрын

NOPE, Prince din't respect MJ, please stop the lies!!!!!!!!!! din't you see the interview? he is basically saying F-you to MJ in a polite way.

@onesong2001

2 ай бұрын

not musicaly

Chris asked some really good questions! Prince rarely gave interviews but I feel he appreciated the intellectual viewpoint that Chris gave him.

Damn I miss Prince, what a cool man and immense talent.

One of the best interviews. The respect they have for each other makes this conversation comfortable and genuine.

@themountainsandthesea4121

2 ай бұрын

Yes🎉

I think this is one of, if not the best interview I've seen of Prince. For me, even in shades, he seems to drop his defense a bit to be accessible, as one would be with a friend. For Chris, this reminds me of his HBO series, The Chris Rock show. He shows skills that go beyond his comedy.

One of the best interviews I’ve ever seen or heard. Chris Rock bodied this.

this is one of the few interviews where i felt that i heard the real prince talking

@twistoffate4791

Жыл бұрын

Agreed. Was just now thinking the same as I was watching & listening.

@TheStreetFoolosopherMr187

19 күн бұрын

It's a rare occasion where you see the prince relaxing and being himself

I can watch this a thousand times and never get tired of this interview!

@ASMR-XI-ZUI

Жыл бұрын

Let's go crazy let's get nutzzzzz

This is the best interview of Prince I’ve ever seen!

@lisahays9226

Жыл бұрын

He had good larry king and travis

@frankiecarter9430

3 ай бұрын

Facts, he is dearly missed

Looking at the past, cool, MTV - im surprised they dont realize why we all loved the MTV of the 80s and 90s. It would be a perfect streaming app, music videos, bring back the diff genre shows like headbangers ball, MTV raps etc. I mean it has potential. Bring back total request for all i care...Just miss the old MTV so much....

@distantyahoo

Жыл бұрын

everyone knows, the problem is it stopped being profitable. it's the internet that did it.

@rsherid

Жыл бұрын

Great idea

@buzzfunk

11 ай бұрын

@@distantyahoo PLenty of ways to make profit WHILE being on the internet.

Prince was Sun in Gemini, Moon in Pisces, Scorpio Rising. Combo of Air and Water. His music makes me feel so many good things! That’s how he’s immortal because one will never forget how the music makes us feel.

@XcuzeTheMessDeer

29 күн бұрын

His ascendant persona was his personality.

Prince was just one of the coolest most talented guys to walk this earth, years have passed and still my heart sinks when I see and hear this man speaks he had so much more to give and ill miss him forever

Love the way they're conversion doesn't overlap each others thoughts .

Genuinely balanced and interesting interview. Chris Rock has the art and insight to ask genuine questions that intrigue Prince. You can see the mutual respect for each other. I found this beautiful.

Great interview. Rest in Power Prince. An absolute musical legend. 🎼🎸😎🙏🏽

Rest in powerful peace Prince Rogers Nelson🙏 7 June 1958 ~ 21 April 2016⚘

Little Red Corvette and ‘When doves cry’ are two all time great songs

It's 1997, and I literally wish I could even have the sliver of style and confidence Prince pulled off with this outfit today. Man was so far ahead in his time. The Literal embodiment of cool.

Prince was PRINCE.

Most people would expect Chris to make a joke and to turn the attention to himself but he subverts most expectations and is as respectful as the best journalists are supposed to be.

@themountainsandthesea4121

2 ай бұрын

Yeah. Thus is how it is done. I used to interview myself/ so I remember.

This one of the greatest interviews ever

That's the most respect from a interviewer I've ever heard.

The compassion he had was the most beautiful gift he gave. We miss you so very much and so thankful for the time we shared.

Wow, I just discovered this! Chris was great! and Prince's answers were AMAZING. He was such an awake, self-aware Being. Very much ahead of his time!

Chris Rock is a great interviewer. Even Prince says "You asked it all".

Oh my God this is a treat! Prince is so wholesome and objective to himself. Omg, he is cool. His soul is cool. You can tell Chris was nervous. Also Gemini represents the twins in astrology. Usually it means a duo personality.

@only1adonis

9 ай бұрын

*DUAL, not DUO. Also, that’s a common misconception & very simplistic, distorted description. It’s not about a dual personality. We all have ALL personalities. It’s about having multifaceted traits around EVERY personality type. Much more layered.

Man it's wild to see Chris genuinely starstruck and u could tell prince really sees him as a friend. He's very relaxed with chris

@mariovh

Жыл бұрын

Chris was a Friend…and he can’t hide it which is beautiful to see. I watched his show and seeing him wearing the symbol made me smile…reading he always has a picture of Prince wherever he goes warms my 💜

I remember this interview vividly

@onesong2001

Жыл бұрын

you don't need to., it's been recorded.

@12:53 - I love when he was basically like, "I'm peerless...ain't no rivalry, I'm the s***...come watch me at me show". 🤣 The legends inspired and motivated him...he was competing with THEM.

@thestrangemanreturns

Жыл бұрын

how it should be and he wasn't competing with them, music is not the olympics.

@twenty99

Жыл бұрын

@@thestrangemanreturns ​ music is art the music industry & business is friendly competition. there was a healthy relationship prince had with that & others. had lots of respect for michael talked with michael a lot more than we think, but still acted as if michael was never even in the same world as him. it’s all just to be the best among the best 💯

@debbyboyd738

Жыл бұрын

Cream of the Crop

@horrorpowerfilms9481

10 ай бұрын

He is basically saying F-you to MJ.

@only1adonis

9 ай бұрын

Watch me at ME show? 😮Irish ☘️ 🇮🇪 Prince 👑 ? 😂 Watch me at MY show ☝🏽

Oh maaaaan. This is a perfect moment. I’m so thankful I saw him live. The adoration and respect on Chris face is real RIP Prince ❤

@themountainsandthesea4121

2 ай бұрын

🕊

SO much respect between them both

@horrorpowerfilms9481

10 ай бұрын

Prince always respected Chris.

Incredible interview I don’t think I could’ve been that calm around the greatest musician ever !!! I am a die hard Prince fan !!!!

@rbjones72703

8 ай бұрын

Me too!!! I saw the Purple Rain tour in Houston in the 80z . What an amazing show❤❤❤

two artistes, two clever, intelligent and sensitive men who had an interesting conversation - love it!

I always loved him as an artist & the many configurations of his bands. A TOP TIER ARTIST. Multi-talented in vocals & instruments, the compositions, producing, arrangements. The man was music personified. With talented artists by his side he created sounds to last EONS ! I heard him on radio, saw him on film, experienced him in concert & was moved by all of his creations. My life has been enriched by having known him as a maker of music. Most artists pale in comparison. He has volumes of tracks revealing his great talent & there will never be another PRINCE ROGERS NELSON ! I wish his life had lasted longer than my own, but his legacy, his legend & his musical spirit will outlast us all. The world is a better place because he lived in it. LONG LIVE PRINCE !!!!!

@kimlr-herring

Жыл бұрын

You are correct,sir.

@levitaggart5943

Жыл бұрын

@@kimlr-herring Thanks for the acknowledgement.

My boy Prince 1999 best album rock on!!!!!Rip Prince stay happy stay focused never let the elevator break us down.❤️🙏⭐

Princes' answer to his first question was brilliant!✊🏿 Then he speaks on his Androgyny! Perfect🙋🏿‍♀️.

I have been a huge Prince fan ever since he started. I listen to his music daily. What he said about the "elevator" is bone chillingly ironic. Prince died in an elevator.

@Raven-Fish

Жыл бұрын

He was murdered and placed in the elevator. RIP 💜

@williamdillard5060

Жыл бұрын

@@Raven-Fish were you there or know someone who was?

@Raven-Fish

Жыл бұрын

@@williamdillard5060 no but I've researched and follow my intuition. The amount of fentanyl was too much for self administration. 💜

@tomfahy3555

9 ай бұрын

@@Raven-Fishwhy would any one murder him

@Raven-Fish

9 ай бұрын

@@tomfahy3555 open your mind & follow the $

I do truly miss prince. Times were so much better back then.

Prince is my spirit aminal.

I love Prince !

OMG!!! Some deep moments in this interview. Great job @chrisrock. This is defo 🔥🔥🔥💯💯💯

I wish I could've seen Prince live 😪

I NEVER knew Chris Rock could've been a great interviewer, he asked some tough hitting questions & I'm only 3 minutes in 🤣

Chris did a great job.

That was weirdly, excitingly, genuine

Chris Rock was a real fan, this is a really good interview. RIP to my fave 💜

This is a Gem of an interview !!!! 🔥

Great interview!! Very in-depth, I loved how prince opened up. Chris Rock should be given more credit he did a really good job.

My favorite Artist ..rest in peace

Great interview ! One of the best ones

Love Love love this! Two of my favorites just vibing! Doesn't get any better!

Thank you Chris and Prince. I love seeing the respect you have for each other!

Does my heart good to see these two favorites showing genuine respect for each other!

Prince was doing lot things for children around the USA . I saw him in Oakland, CA giving uncover concerts....

Isn’t that an amazing interview? Relaxing by watching this on 1st of January 2023 - I think it is such an inspiring interview. Great questions and a true artist answers so reflected

@PrincessVespa333

Жыл бұрын

Same.

@janeknowles9742

Жыл бұрын

Very true

What a great interview.

Thank you! Incredible.

What an amazing interview with two legends 🙏

Great interview still can't believe he's gone.. he will be forever missed!😘💜💜💯

Prince is such a beautiful person. May my fellow twin Rest In Peace.

Thank you for posting this excellent interview #ChrisRock #RIPPRINCE we miss you ❤

As a fellow Gemini and bass player, I totally understand what he means about the voice in your head and music. It's a constant internal battle about where you should be spending your creative points, and man, did he spend all of them perfectly. Such a GREAT musician!

What a wonderful interview. Seriously great questions in a great conversation.

Amazing, to be able to experience such a great conversation with such lovely vibes.

Thanks 4 posting! Glad 2 have it now in pristine quality. Please post "Sign O' The Times" & "Peach" performances.

Love the mutual respect of two icons ‼️ RIP musical genius 🙏🙏🙏💜

one of my favorite pop culture moments

Excellent interview and the video quality was great to the fact it's from '97 💙