When Doves Cry

Song Info:
"When Doves Cry" is a song by American musician Prince, released as the lead single from his sixth studio album, "Purple Rain," on May 16, 1984. The song was a commercial success, topping the Billboard Hot 100 chart for five consecutive weeks and becoming Prince's first number-one hit in the United States. It also reached the top of the charts in several other countries, solidifying Prince's status as a global music icon.

Artist Bio:
Prince, born Prince Rogers Nelson on June 7, 1958, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was a prolific singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for his innovative music style that blended various genres like funk, rock, and R&B. Throughout his career, Prince released numerous critically acclaimed albums and singles, earning him multiple Grammy Awards and a spot in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. He was also known for his flamboyant stage presence and boundary-pushing fashion sense, making him a cultural icon of the 1980s and beyond. Prince passed away on April 21, 2016, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most influential and talented musicians in the history of popular music.