Sometimes It Snows in April

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About Sometimes It Snows in April

"Sometimes It Snows in April" is a song by American musician Prince. It was included on his eighth studio album Parade, which was also the soundtrack to his film Under the Cherry Moon (1986). Prince wrote, performed, and produced the song alongside Wendy & Lisa, who co-wrote the music. The song's narrator recounts memories of Christopher Tracy, Prince's character from Under the Cherry Moon, and how Tracy's death affected the narrator; it also expresses their desire to hopefully rejoin Tracy in heaven. Prince performed the song live fairly often over the years, sometimes using it as a final encore to wind down the show. "Sometimes It Snows in April" received significant attention after Prince's death on April 21, 2016, exactly 31 years after its recording date, and it went on to re-enter several record charts worldwide. 


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2003
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Tracy died soon after a long fought civil war,
Just after I'd wiped away his last tear 
I guess he's better off than he was before,
A whole lot better off than the fools he left here
I used to cry for Tracy because he was my only friend
Those kind of cars don't pass you every day
I used to cry for Tracy because I wanted to see him again,
But sometimes sometimes life ain't always the way

Sometimes it snows in April 
Sometimes I feel so bad, so bad
Sometimes I wish life was never ending,
And all good things, they say, never last

Springtime was always my favorite time of year,
A time for lovers holding hands in the rain
Now springtime only reminds me of Tracy's tears
Always cry for love, never cry for pain
He used to say so strong unafraid to die
Unafraid of the death that left me hypnotized
No, staring at his picture I realized
No one could cry the way my Tracy cried

Sometimes it snows in April 
Sometimes I feel so bad
Sometimes, sometimes I wish that life was never ending,
And all good things, they say, never last

I often dream of heaven and I know that Tracy's there
I know that he has found another friend
Maybe he's found the answer to all the April snow
Maybe one day I'll see my Tracy again

Sometimes it snows in April 
Sometimes I feel so bad, so bad
Sometimes I wish that life was never ending,
But all good things, they say, never last

All good things that say, never last
And love, it isn't love until it's past

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Prince

Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson, Lisa Coleman, Wendy Melvoin

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"Sometimes It Snows in April" was released on April 21, 1986, as part of "Parade," Prince's eighth studio album.
Album Accompaniment
The song is part of the soundtrack taken from the movie, "Under the Cherry Moon," in which Prince starred and directed.
Songwriting and Production
It was co-written and co-produced by Prince alongside long-term collaborators Wendy Melvoin and Lisa Coleman, better known as duo Wendy & Lisa.
Song Structure
"Sometimes It Snows in April" is the album’s closing track and it’s noticeably more stripped-down than anything else on Parade, being essentially a ballad performed with just a piano and minimal backing.
Song Meaning
The song tells the story of Christopher Tracy, Prince's character in "Under the Cherry Moon," and expresses sadness and mourning over his death; in some sense, some fans believe it foretells Prince's own death.
April Significance
Prince died on April 21, 2016, the same date "Sometimes It Snows in April" was released 30 years earlier, adding a chilling significance to the song.
Cover Versions
This heartfelt ballad is not just adored by fans but by other musicians too. Over the years, it has been covered by several artists, including Meshell Ndegeocello and English band Coldplay.
Chart Success
Despite not being released as a single, "Sometimes It Snows in April" received wide recognition, particularly gaining momentum in downloads and streams after Prince's death.
Live Performances
Prince has performed this song live many times throughout his career, and it has been a favorite among fans due to its emotional depth and intimate setting.
Legacy
Today, "Sometimes It Snows in April" is considered as one of Prince's greatest ballads, and it became especially poignant after his death.

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