“I just can't believe all the things people say -- Controversy
Am I black or white? Am I straight or gay? -- Controversy
Do I believe in God? Do I believe in me?”

—  Prince

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Song lyrics, Controversy (1981)

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American pop, songwriter, musician and actor 1958–2016

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