“Prince was the embodiment of what it means to be an artist. “His contributions to American culture are unique and timeless – and I couldn’t be prouder to join the bipartisan effort to ensure that one of the finest musicians in history gets the recognition he deserves.” “Beloved by generations of Minnesotans and millions of fans around the world, Prince Rogers Nelson is the pride and joy of our great state,” said Craig. His importance to American music cannot be measured, and the joy his music continues to bring to me and to millions of fans across the globe makes him an American treasure.” His Paisley Park gave life to a generation of other artists, who without him would not have realized their potential. “His complete body of work is still being recognized, as new discoveries remind us how important he still is as an artist. He was an internationally-renowned artist, showman, and producer, who thrilled millions of people across the world with his visionary skills as a musician and cultivator of other artist’s talent,” said Smith. “Prince was a Minnesotan who left us far too early.
I am proud to introduce this resolution to give Prince the recognition he deserves.” Places like First Avenue, Uptown are landmarks because of Prince. He not only changed the arc of music history he put Minneapolis on the map. He showed that it was okay to be a short, Black kid from Minneapolis and still change the world. “I remember when I first came to America being captivated by Prince’s music and impact on the culture. Purple reigns in Minnesota today and every day because of him.” With this legislation, we honor his memory and contributions as a composer, performer, and music innovator. “The world is a whole lot cooler because Prince was in it - he touched our hearts, opened our minds, and made us want to dance. I was always proud to say he was from Minnesota,” said Klobuchar. “Like so many, I grew up with Prince’s music. The bill honors Prince for his “legacy of musical achievement and… indelible mark on Minnesota and American culture.” Senator Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) in the Senate and Representative Ilhan Omar (D-MN) in the House.
WASHINGTON-Today, the full Minnesota delegation in Congress introduced bipartisan legislation to award the Congressional Gold Medal to Prince Rogers Nelson. Ilhan Omar, medal is the highest civilian honor from Congress
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