File this under : The Art of the Solo: Prince’s Mastery on “Computer Blue’’ #ThatsJustSexy. 

File this under : The Art of the Solo: Prince’s Mastery on “Computer Blue’’ #ThatsJustSexy. 

Wendy: “Wendy?”

Lisa: “Yes, Lisa?”

Wendy: “Is the water warm enough?”

Lisa: “Yes, Wendy.”

Wendy: “Shall we begin?”

Lisa: “Yes, Wendy.”

In the dim, electric haze of *Purple Rain*, there’s a moment when time bends, and all eyes are locked on Prince as he takes center stage. The song is “Computer Blue,” and what unfolds is nothing short of a musical revelation. With every note, every strum, he creates a landscape of sound that is as complex as it is raw, as calculated as it is wild.

Ba-da-ba-da-ba-da-ba-da. The sounds roll off his fingers, a cascade of rapid notes that seem to blur the line between man and machine. In this moment, Prince isn’t just playing the guitar—he’s commanding it, bending it to his will. Each note is deliberate, a testament to his understanding of the instrument, yet there’s an underlying spontaneity that speaks to his genius.

And then there’s Lisa, the ever-loyal companion on stage, adding to the charged atmosphere. She kneels before him, her presence both grounding and elevating the scene. It’s more than just a performance; it’s a ritual, a dance of devotion to the music, to the art they create together. Her eyes never leave him, mirroring the audience’s captivation, as Prince continues his sonic journey, carving out each phrase with precision and passion.

What makes this solo stand out isn’t just the technical prowess—though it’s undeniable—but the way it encapsulates the very essence of Prince’s artistry. He was a master of his craft, a guru of the strings, capable of weaving emotion and intensity into every note. In those fleeting seconds, he made the impossible look effortless, turning a simple guitar solo into an experience that transcends the music itself.

This is the power of “Computer Blue.” It’s not just a song—it’s a statement. A declaration of what happens when talent meets passion, when skill meets soul. And in that moment, on that stage, under the purple glow, Prince wasn’t just playing the guitar; he was showing us what it means to be truly alive.