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Leaving for New York
The delicate, ever-shifting melody and impressionistic lyrics–including, it’s been noted, the first recorded use of Prince’s favored words “purple,” “rain,” and “dawn”–are the strongest indications to date of Joni Mitchell’s influence on his songwriting.
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If You See Me (Do Yourself a Favor)
Prince’s first professional recording experience revealed tendencies that would recur throughout his career.