21 Jan Prince Does Vikings Fight Song!
[audio:http://www.drfunkenberry.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/PurpleGold_full.mp3]Robyne Robinson broke the news at the local fox affiliate in Minneapolis, Minnesota, that PRINCE was set to debut a Minnesota Vikings fight song tonight. The song is entitled “Purple & Gold.”
Prince has been seen at a few Vikings football game and may have been inspired by Brett Favre n the way they manhandled the Cowboys on Sunday. Shoot, I hope it replaces Brett singing “Pants On The Ground” for sure.
Prince had this to say to FOX9:
“I saw the future,” said Prince.
He said he went home that night, wrote the song, “Purple and Gold,” and said it came easy and fast.
Check out the song above and let me know what you think.-Dr.FB
Update: here are the lyrics to the Vikings fight song entitled “Purple & Gold”
Purple and Gold Lyrics
the veil of the sky draws open
the roar of the chariots touch down
we r the ones who have now come again
and walk upon water like solid ground
as we approach the throne we won’t bow down
this time we won’t b denied
raise every voice and let it b known
in the name of the purple and gold
we come in the name of the purple and gold
all of the odds r in r favor
no prediction 2 bold
we r the truth if the truth can b told
long reign the purple and gold
the eyes say ready 4 battle
no need 4 sword in hand
we r all amped up like a rock n roll band
ready 2 celebrate every score
ready 2 fight the elegant war
ready 2 hear the crowd roar
that’s what we came 4
and so much more
in the name of the purple and gold
r spirits may b tired
r bodies may b worn
but since this day is r destiny
r history – that’s y we must b
4ever strong as the wind that blows the Vikings’ horn
in the name of the purple and gold
CHORUS
catwomn
Posted at 23:54h, 21 JanuaryI was on the phone w/ my Mom when it came on and I told her…it sounds like a College Anthem song or a hymnal song sung in church. I then read the lyrics and will say…the lyrics are simple but pretty col for a “fight” song, but unfortunately the song when sung is pretty weak….pretty damn week. Call me crazy, but I was expecting a little more BITE in the Fight…..something along the lines of Fury or Guitar! I just don’t think it is something the Viking are gunna listen to in the locker room before the big game to GET FIRED UP!
GO VIKINGS!!!!!!
Ronnie Ruiz
Posted at 23:53h, 21 JanuaryThat song was good. Good at being TERRIBLE.
Moni
Posted at 23:48h, 21 JanuaryHere’s my 2¢…musically, it’s the traditional (slow) beat of a school fight song. My high school fight had similar tempo. It’s not meant to be funky or for radio play. Now, u can spice it up a bit similar to what the kids sung the school’s fight song in the movie “Lean on Me”. Otherwise, in this day and age of MTV, FB and Youtube, it’s not catchy or funky enough for the youth mindset. Besides…Imma SAINTS fan! And we gonna make the purple and gold turn into BLACK and GOLD this Sunday!! WHO DAT!! WE DAT!! GEAUX SAINTS!!!
NakedMuscl3
Posted at 23:33h, 21 JanuaryLets look at it for what it is, a fight song in the traditional sense. Most “fight songs” especially college fight songs are song like hymns.
I think it is a demo not to be sang by Prince himself, but for what it was written for.
I'd hit it
Posted at 23:31h, 21 Januaryman…. come on.. that is the wackest crap ever…i belive that it came to him quick…this is a classic example of when no one will tell a guy the truth.
I blame his homeboys who listened to it and said.. yeah, Prince..that’s the one.. IT’S NOT!!
but, Bria is cute…and yup, I’d hit it.
huhwhat
Posted at 23:27h, 21 JanuaryAre we being punked? Where is Aston???
Seriously, Prince better answer the phone for Haiti!!!
As far as a “fight” song, I was ready to fight when I heard it! So I guess it works the way it should.
Jonathan
Posted at 23:19h, 21 JanuaryAt least he did it for the home team.
Bit of a sell out move but he’s been on that path for awhile.
I ain’t mad at him though. Nto for this at least
twisted
Posted at 23:16h, 21 JanuaryListened to it again and just realized … Jehovah’s Witness.. It reminds me of the music at the Kingdom Hall where I used to take my Grandmother every Easter ( Passover)….mmmmm Be Interested in hearing it in it’s completion..
douglas
Posted at 23:16h, 21 Januarywow…..look how many people fell for your joke Doc……..u got a lot of smart followers there….way to go!!
Velo
Posted at 23:13h, 21 JanuaryThat is so much more deliciously awful than I could have ever anticipated.
Yo, Prince! When’s your song for Haiti coming out? Yeah, I thought so.
2TheMaxx
Posted at 23:06h, 21 JanuaryI’m a Prince and Vikings fan and that song straight up STUNK!!! You can’t fight or play football after that song!!! Come on Prince. Get a little DREAMER inspiration in the song!!! GUITAR, GUITAR, GUITAR!!!!
letitbeat
Posted at 23:06h, 21 Januarywell maybe theres a kick ass guitar solo in the middle so im stil courious to here the full song
Amalia
Posted at 23:04h, 21 JanuaryWell all rightee then….
Stein
Posted at 23:02h, 21 JanuaryI love Prince, but that’s just terrible. What was he thinking?
LadyFingers607
Posted at 23:01h, 21 JanuaryI’ve a feeling the Vikings WILL fight when they hear that song. There may not be another team around when they do… but !!
jbug
Posted at 22:58h, 21 Januaryoh man, Purple & Gold sounds like the song Graffiti Bridge..and i’m sorry to say it’s soo weak! i love Prince, but he should replace it before Sunday’s game. No one wants to hear that at a Football game. yikes!
carmello2045
Posted at 22:51h, 21 JanuaryTHAT SONG IS STRAIGHT UP BOOTY!!! YUCK!!!
WHO DAT!!!
Moni
Posted at 22:31h, 21 JanuaryHow Bout BLACK RAIN on the Purple Pain or All that Glitters is a Saint or Cleatin’ Down da Blouses or Viks R Dikes??? WHO DAT!!
bigtallwall
Posted at 22:27h, 21 JanuaryPossible songs titles: Purple Reign 2. Three men and a Mullett. Takin care of Breesy in the Big Easy.Farve 4 U.How come U don’t call an audible.Superfunkycalifragikleinsasser.
Star2009
Posted at 22:18h, 21 Januarycool thanx 4 sharing can’t wait to hear it
pelicankiss
Posted at 22:14h, 21 JanuaryThanks for the news Doc! 🙂
nancy b
Posted at 21:37h, 21 JanuaryDoc, thanks for the info. Gotta love Prince and the Vikes! Soooo many good things come from Minnesota…including me. lol
Really Doc, thanks for all the news lately. You’ve really been working hard. Love ya!
chocolate_box
Posted at 21:28h, 21 JanuaryLike when Prince gets inspired.
moni
Posted at 21:08h, 21 JanuaryWhateva Prince! WHO DAT!!
UTOPIA7
Posted at 21:04h, 21 Januaryuh oh another WE GETS UP …. well glad for some new stuff regardless :))