Starfish and Coffee
Prince
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It was seven forty-five we were all in line To greet the teacher Miss Cathleen First was Kevin, then came Lucy, third in line was me All of us where ordinary compared to Cynthia Rose She always stood at the back of the line A smile beneath her nose Her favorite number was twenty and every single day If you asked her what she had for breakfast This is what she'd say Starfish and coffee Maple syrup and jam Butterscotch clouds, a tangerine And a side order of ham If you set your mind free, baby Maybe you'd understand Starfish and coffee Maple syrup and jam Cynthia wore the prettiest dress With different color socks Sometimes I wondered if the mates where in her lunchbox Me and Lucy opened it when Cynthia wasn't around Lucy cried, I almost died, you know what we found? Starfish and coffee Maple syrup and jam Butterscotch clouds, a tangerine And a side order of ham If you set your mind free, honey Maybe you'd understand Starfish and coffee Maple syrup and jam, oh oh Ooh, hoo Starfish and coffee Cynthia had a happy face, just like the one she'd draw On every wall in every school But it's all right, it's for a worthy cause Go on, Cynthia, keep singin' Starfish and coffee Maple syrup and jam Butterscotch clouds, a tangerine And a side order of ham If you set your mind free, baby Maybe you'd understand Starfish and coffee Maple syrup and jam, oh ho, oh (la-la-la-la-la-la-la) Oh hoo (la-la-la-la-la-la-la), oh Oh hoo (la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la) Oh hoo (la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la) (La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la)
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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson, Susannah K. Melvoin
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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14 facts about this song
Musical Genre"Starfish and Coffee" is considered a pop and funk song, incorporating elements of soul and jazz as well.
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Album ReleaseThe track is a part of the 1987 double album "Sign o’ the Times," which is often regarded as one of Prince's most innovative works.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by Prince's girlfriend Susannah Melvoin's sister, Wendy, who had a habit of saying she had 'starfish and peebee [peanut butter]' for breakfast every morning, which Prince found amusing.
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AlterationThe original lyric was 'Starfish and peebee,' but it was changed to 'Starfish and Coffee' to make it more universal.
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Recording ProcessThe song was recorded at Prince’s home studio in Minnesota in 1986.
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Guest PerformanceCyndi Lauper has performed a cover of "Starfish and Coffee" during her live concerts.
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Television ReferenceThe song has been referenced in several television shows, including "The Muppets" where Prince performed a version of it.
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Music VideoDespite its popularity, "Starfish and Coffee" did not get its own official music video.
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Lyric's ContentThe lyrics of the song tell a sort of whimsical, quirky, and surreal tale, reflecting Prince's unique storytelling style.
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Public ReceptionAlthough the song was never released as a single, it did receive significant radio airplay and proved to be a fan favorite at Prince's concerts.
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Creative InfluenceThe song has often been cited as a work of genius for its simple yet infectious melody, and creative lyrics. It showcases Prince's ability to blend different genres and create a unique sound.
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UniquenessDespite having one of the simpler musical arrangements on the "Sign o' the Times" album, "Starfish and Coffee" stands out because of its catchy, sing-along chorus and its intriguing blend of music styles.
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Symbolic MeaningThe song has been interpreted by some listeners as a celebration of individuality and the importance of embracing one's unique quirks and eccentricities.
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Use in Other Media"Starfish and Coffee" was performed by Muppets characters Clifford and Muppy on the "Muppets Tonight" TV show, with Prince himself appearing in the segment.
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