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Morris Day Remembers The 40th Anniversary of Prince’s 'Purple Rain'

Day reflects on the making of the legendary film, its cultural impact, and his enduring bond with Prince.

Centering on The Kid, played by Prince, most of Purple Rain ’s narrative revolves around The Revolution frontman balancing the struggles of his abusive home life and the band’s internal conflicts. He had roles in Prince’s final film, Graffiti Bridge, short appearances in Richard Pryor’s 1988 Moving and 2001’s Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back. Between an average of around 100 show performances a year, a bombing website where he updates fans with news in addition to merch, and possible new recordings on the horizon following what was to be his last project in 2022’s Last Call, Day is as busy as ever with the same incredibly cool style and grace many remember him for.

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