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Prince Rogers Nelson (June 7, 1958 - April 21, 2016), known professionally as Prince, was an American singer, songwriter, musician, dancer, actor, and filmmaker. He was associated with the development of the Minneapolis sound, a style that combined elements of funk, rock, pop, R&B, and new wave. Throughout his career, he was noted for his musical versatility, prolific output, and influence on popular music. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Prince was raised in a musical family. His father, John Lewis Nelson, was a pianist and songwriter, and his mother, Mattie Della Shaw, was a jazz singer. He began writing music at an early age and composed his first song, "Funk Machine", when he was seven years old. Following his parents' divorce, he lived with various family members and friends and developed a close friendship with André Cymone, who later became one of his collaborators. Prince attended Bryant Junior High School and Central High School in Minneapolis, where he participated in sports