Can we talk about the fact that he's performing Purple Rain in the same venue the movie Purple Rain took place in? Couldn't be more perfect. Corey Taylor is amazing.
It was also where the songs Purple Rain, I Would Die 4 U, and Baby I'm A Star was recorded for the Purple Rain album. It was recorded with the newest technology at the time for the benefit concert Prince performed there on Aug 3 1983. It was also guitarists Wendy Melvoin's first appearance and the formation of what we knew as The Revolution. Lots of history happened that night. The actual video - th-cam.com/video/frbVVDAyJ1w/w-d-xo.html
True. But the real magic is music, live, studio, street corner, shower, car.....it's universal! R.i.p. Prince and thank you for to this moment of beauty Corey.
This was the day that prince died, and I heard Corey say in an interview that he literally learned the song THAT morning. so much respect for both of them.
@@talk2xonita Nah.. it'll still be a nice cover with some basic chords. Lots of overreacting here, probably because Prince died at the time, which is fair enough.
Being at this show personally I cheered!! I cheered for Prince! I cheered for Minnesota! I cheered for music! But most of all when we walked out of First avenue I cheered for the 8k+ people in the streets that were celebrating the life of the legendary life and music of Prince. Cory did this perfectly and it will never be duplicated! #respect #cmft
Yep, when you find yourself at First Avenue on the day P dies, you got one job. Get your ass on stage, play Purple Rain to start your set, and DO NOT BLOW IT. It fell to Corey, he did not blow it, and P fams will not forget, love to you Corey
Just told my girlfriend this is the lead singer of slipknot and she wouldn’t believe me.. he’s a extraordinary talent one of the best voices I’ve ever ever heard!!!
Thats awesome, one of the most hard rock bad ass guys like Corey performing this at 1st avenue where it all started for prince, and the same day Prince passed away, you could definitely feel the emotion, sympathy and sadness he felt from his performance.. huge respect for you sir!!!
I'm in tears. I have always liked the way Corey can switch his singing style, but my god this is unbelievable. Thank you Mr. Taylor, this is truly awesome.
Man what an experience it was. Even knowing some backstage stuff with him learning this song before he hit the stage even made it better. He is such a fantastic artist.
To all the people complaining about the audience: have you ever been to a concert, or better yet on stage? Those people are passionate, and they're expressing it. For a performer there's probably nothing worse than an inanimate, silent crowd. To screaming fans lower the quality of a TH-cam recording? Sure enough. But that's not what shows like this are meant for. So props to Corey for such a beautiful rendition of Purple Rain, and props to the audience for showing him their appreciation
The crowd was quiet in this thing th-cam.com/video/Wfiu0Y-7nEE/w-d-xo.html And people are complaining about how quiet the crowd is. People will always find something to complain about, but your attempt to stop them is quite inspiring.
Well, at least now I have a video to send my friends when they laugh at me and swear that I am the only person in the world that loves both Slipknot's music and Prince's music.
Daniele Vargas While I like a lot of vastly different genres, to say I love all music is going a little to far. For example, I can't stand polka, most pop music, and most hip-hop made after 1990 or '92.
I was at this show on the day Prince died. When we left there must have been 10,000 people on the street outside blasting Prince songs. Very cool Corey could do these songs as a tribute that night.
Truth be known- there will never be another like Prince. But, I am grateful for fellow musicians showing respect to one of the best if not the best artist that ever was or will be. Thank you for respecting Prince.
That was pure magic....so happy it was captured on film to enjoy for generations. Rest in Peace Purple One and Excellent job Corey....Much respect given!!!
@Daniel Champion Check out his other band Stone Sour. I love him in that band and a few of Slipknot albums. Hard to believe that this is the same guy who sings “People=Shit”.
5 years later I still remember this cover. Dope ass song and perfect execution. Theres some great fucking songs out there that we dont know cause it aint our taste, I dont think I ever really listened to this song til this.
None of you people have any idea what you're talking about. I was at that show and it was the most amazing thing any of us could've been there to witness. It may seem loud watching the video but I promise you when you were there everybody in the audience didn't ruin one thing. It was absolutely magical. To be from Minneapolis and at first Avenue the night of Prince's passing and seeing Corey Taylor is something that will only happen once in anybody's life time. One of the best nights of our lives.
I was at a Fear Factory show in Kansas City a few days after Prince died. They played Purple Rain over the loudspeakers in between bands. Every person in there stopped and sung along. One of the coolest moments I've been a part of at a concert.
Im so glad i got to see Prince. He did a bunch of shows called 21 Night Stand at the Forum (used to be the Great Western Forum). Saw multiple nights, and the night with Mary J Blige on May 28th of 2011 was hands down one of the best concerts I've ever attended.
Steve, I've watched you for 35 plus years.. all I can say is thank you.. you have kept my head above water for a long time. I don't know why. Never met you, never seen ya. For some reason sting came out, all my issues went away. Thank you.
Corey did this song justice. I don’t think anyone else could do that like him. When Corey sings/ talks his voice just makes me happy 😊 😘 No matter what his voice cheers me up.
This video needs more views, people please , make this go viral. I never seen so many musicians sing a Prince song so strong and passionate. This video deserves over a Million views. I never seen Corey so Emotional and uplifted.
The only purple rain cover I will listen to. Being a hugeeee Prince fan I hate it when people take his music and do shitty covers but this is absolutely beautiful and the reason this is amazing is bc it’s genuine & Corey Taylor made it his own version of the beautiful and emotional song 💜👌🏻 sooooo beautiful and amazing. Literally made me cry..
Have you ever mustered up an opinion of the 1 n only, 6 string extraordinare..... The great, the consomate professional, perennial all-star, and SURE BALLOT hall of fame master-- Mr John Petrucci perform a perfect and yet pristine rendition of Purple Rain??!! If not have a listen.....
cory Taylor is a really intraverted artist , he still surpises me every time he sings something of his own or someone elses music ! jeep it up corey you are the Man , mask or not .
Prince was truly a one-of-a-kind, touching so many lives, reaching through so many genres of music. I've watched so many tribute performances in this last week from a wide variety of artists.
The first person to take the stage at First Ave after Price passed and he did it did it perfect!! This is a testament to the fact that NO ONE should ever think one genre of music is any better than any other. Just listen to it and feel it like he does. Thank you Corey!!
This is the best tribute I have heard. Yes the crowd is annoying but the pain in some of their faces is how we are all feeling right now. Prince was a genius, and walked a lot of us through every occasion in life. We lost a legend that surpassed them all. He was a class act in his own right. 100% selfless. Never expecting to be recognized for what he did and just wanted to share his music with us. This loss hit hard compared to the pasts. :'( We all need to take a page from Prince's life and remember him by being selfless. That would be the greatest tribute ever. Rest in Paradise Prince
corey gives his all in each n everything he believes in. And with people passing on what a way to let them know that they inspired so many people round the world and for future generations. Music that'll long outlive many of us. And if we come back again hope the music remains as once we heard it. Well done Corey.
Can we talk about the fact that he's performing Purple Rain in the same venue the movie Purple Rain took place in? Couldn't be more perfect. Corey Taylor is amazing.
I can't eat good right
It was also where the songs Purple Rain, I Would Die 4 U, and Baby I'm A Star was recorded for the Purple Rain album. It was recorded with the newest technology at the time for the benefit concert Prince performed there on Aug 3 1983. It was also guitarists Wendy Melvoin's first appearance and the formation of what we knew as The Revolution. Lots of history happened that night.
The actual video - th-cam.com/video/frbVVDAyJ1w/w-d-xo.html
On the he died. Also learned the song that day. And was going to be on the playlist for the show.
I'm from Minnesota I would have killed to be at this show
And he made the song his bitch. Nailed it.
He really NEEDS to do a studio cover...because this is magic
+Planet Nate I stand by it!
I agree
True. But the real magic is music, live, studio, street corner, shower, car.....it's universal! R.i.p. Prince and thank you for to this moment of beauty Corey.
I get it, Its a concert and all and there's energy and all that, but i wish everyone would shut their fucken traps so I could hear the music
I really wish he would! This is one of my all-time favorite covers! I’ve shared it with everybody.
This was the day that prince died, and I heard Corey say in an interview that he literally learned the song THAT morning. so much respect for both of them.
it's just some basic chords … it's a nice cover but I don't get what's so impressive.
Michael B post link to your cover of it.....
Michael B when you learn to appreciate music you’ll get it 👍
@@talk2xonita Nah.. it'll still be a nice cover with some basic chords.
Lots of overreacting here, probably because Prince died at the time, which is fair enough.
@@michaelb1348 Because he is the best singer in the wolrd lol
Corey is so fuckin underrated when it comes to this vocal shit.
This man is a God.
What I love is that these metalheads appreciate Prince. Prince was a genius and a gift to mankind. Breaks my heart he's not here anymore.
Prince (to me) is the best AA guitarist of all time (yes even better than Jimi or BB King) and one of if not the best guitarists period.
Eric Clapton was asked by Rolling Stone how does it feel like being the best guitarist in the world. He said " I don't know, ask Prince..
@@lindatallent5633Prince is one of trhe best guitarists ever for sure.
@rodrigoodonsalcedocisneros9266 he's up there,with Stevey Ray Vahn, Robby Krieger from THE DOORS....Bottleneck style
@@livingwasteland2710 Prince is like the funky Frank Zappa. Both geniuses multi-instrumentalist composers.
Still listening in 2023
Still listening 2024, and probably still in 2034 lol
2025
6 years later, it still makes me cry.
It was a beautiful tribute to Prince. You can feel the emotions, just as Prince would have wanted. Bravo Corey!!💜
Paris he ant playing friend ended you sis
He needs to do a studio version of this, he fucking kills it.
Being at this show personally I cheered!! I cheered for Prince! I cheered for Minnesota! I cheered for music! But most of all when we walked out of First avenue I cheered for the 8k+ people in the streets that were celebrating the life of the legendary life and music of Prince. Cory did this perfectly and it will never be duplicated! #respect #cmft
:'( love this. Such a very hard day. Knowing that I'm never gonna get to see Prince perform live again still breaks my heart...
💜
I was there too, it was a purely special moment and show
Yep, when you find yourself at First Avenue on the day P dies, you got one job. Get your ass on stage, play Purple Rain to start your set, and DO NOT BLOW IT. It fell to Corey, he did not blow it, and P fams will not forget, love to you Corey
Just told my girlfriend this is the lead singer of slipknot and she wouldn’t believe me.. he’s a extraordinary talent one of the best voices I’ve ever ever heard!!!
He also plays drums, don’t know if there’s any videos but he mentioned it in an interview once
Thats awesome, one of the most hard rock bad ass guys like Corey performing this at 1st avenue where it all started for prince, and the same day Prince passed away, you could definitely feel the emotion, sympathy and sadness he felt from his performance.. huge respect for you sir!!!
Would love to hear Corey Taylor sing "As my guitar gently weeps".
Josh Jackson hope he sees this that would be awesome
Sing to cry only gets to singing in the purple ☔
Can you imagine how fire that would be
I'm in tears. I have always liked the way Corey can switch his singing style, but my god this is unbelievable. Thank you Mr. Taylor, this is truly awesome.
I'm so jealous of everyone who got to see this live! What a respectful and beautiful tribute to Prince.
Man what an experience it was. Even knowing some backstage stuff with him learning this song before he hit the stage even made it better. He is such a fantastic artist.
I can't and want more!
No matter what Corey is singing, it`s pure gold every single time.
This is one rock legend paying respect to a music icon. Well done Corey!!
So u know the wormhole u go into listening to the best singer ever.....yep
The range in this man's talent really is impressive.
Please don't burn the bridge
To all the people complaining about the audience: have you ever been to a concert, or better yet on stage? Those people are passionate, and they're expressing it. For a performer there's probably nothing worse than an inanimate, silent crowd. To screaming fans lower the quality of a TH-cam recording? Sure enough. But that's not what shows like this are meant for.
So props to Corey for such a beautiful rendition of Purple Rain, and props to the audience for showing him their appreciation
The crowd was quiet in this thing
th-cam.com/video/Wfiu0Y-7nEE/w-d-xo.html
And people are complaining about how quiet the crowd is.
People will always find something to complain about, but your attempt to stop them is quite inspiring.
There's a limit though, if I had I a time machine, I'd use it to go back in time and gag the girl saying I love you a dozen times
Epic cover...Just goes to show how much influence Prince had on so many talented individuals.
Corey is a class act, Prince would be proud.
He sings this so emotionally, I love the feeling he can portray in anything he sings
Corey Taylor is a class act. Wonderful tribute to Prince , on the same stage he shot the movie at. RIP Prince
Well, at least now I have a video to send my friends when they laugh at me and swear that I am the only person in the world that loves both Slipknot's music and Prince's music.
+Jim Brooks . Amen!
Me too 👍
hey man, I like them both too. variety makes life interesting.
You're not the only one who loves ALL music...
Daniele Vargas While I like a lot of vastly different genres, to say I love all music is going a little to far. For example, I can't stand polka, most pop music, and most hip-hop made after 1990 or '92.
I still miss Prince today as much as I did the day I read the terrible news. This is awesome... Corey Taylor is a Monster.
I was at this show on the day Prince died. When we left there must have been 10,000 people on the street outside blasting Prince songs. Very cool Corey could do these songs as a tribute that night.
Truth be known- there will never be another like Prince. But, I am grateful for fellow musicians showing respect to one of the best if not the best artist that ever was or will be. Thank you for respecting Prince.
Can we talk about the fact Prince left us, C.T learned this and did it live! Best cover ever!
Corey will never get the credit he deserves for how much of a truly talented and compassionate artist he is.
That was pure magic....so happy it was captured on film to enjoy for generations. Rest in Peace Purple One and Excellent job Corey....Much respect given!!!
So beautiful,Corey's voice sounds really great for this song.
Big fan of both.
I come back here once in a while to watch this... Corey made a great tribute to Prince.
Why did this make me cry? So good
I'm 100 percent man enough to admit this made me cry as soon as he hit the first chorus.
Samuel L Jackson Same. It hit me right in the soul
+Samuel L Jackson Same here Brother.
Love you Corey!!!!!❤
Such a touching tribute only Corey pours his whole heart into it and he’s talented as hell and it shows
That is just plain old fashion RESPECT.
this dude could sing mmmbop and make it sound fucking amazing
SlipBop
AND I would pay to hear it!!!! 😂
ok now i wanna hear him sing mmmbop damnit
I'm not personally the biggest fan of Slipknot (hate me) but damn Corey Taylor is unecessarily talented. It's really amazing
Daniel Champion its necessary
honestly same! I love his voice but in accoustic sets or a bit more melodic songs, when you can really hear how amazing it is
Why would I hate you for having a different taste, if you do that you're fucking weak
@Daniel Champion
Check out his other band Stone Sour. I love him in that band and a few of Slipknot albums. Hard to believe that this is the same guy who sings “People=Shit”.
@@katschrodinger954 I was gonna post the same, but you beat me to it. I'm a huge fan of Stone Sour and a few Slipknot songs.
5 years later I still remember this cover. Dope ass song and perfect execution. Theres some great fucking songs out there that we dont know cause it aint our taste, I dont think I ever really listened to this song til this.
I've watched a lot of the prince tributes, this is by far the most heartfelt and well done by far.
None of you people have any idea what you're talking about. I was at that show and it was the most amazing thing any of us could've been there to witness. It may seem loud watching the video but I promise you when you were there everybody in the audience didn't ruin one thing. It was absolutely magical. To be from Minneapolis and at first Avenue the night of Prince's passing and seeing Corey Taylor is something that will only happen once in anybody's life time. One of the best nights of our lives.
Tattoolover 612 totally jealous. A moment you’ll never forget
Corey Taylor is the absolute man. From slipknot to purple rain
What an absolutely beautiful tribute!! Thank you, Mr. Taylor.
CT deserves nothing but respect, he played by the note!
As a life long Prince fan and a Corey fan for about a year, that was incredible. At First Avenue no less! Amazing
I was at a Fear Factory show in Kansas City a few days after Prince died. They played Purple Rain over the loudspeakers in between bands. Every person in there stopped and sung along. One of the coolest moments I've been a part of at a concert.
got fucking goosebumps while wacthing this...
Wow! Thx.
To the girl who kept screaming and yelling "i love you corey!"
can you shut the hell up?
He really NEEDS to do a studio cover...because this is magic
Im so glad i got to see Prince. He did a bunch of shows called 21 Night Stand at the Forum (used to be the Great Western Forum). Saw multiple nights, and the night with Mary J Blige on May 28th of 2011 was hands down one of the best concerts I've ever attended.
this is why corey taylor is amazing ! slipknot to prince does prince amazing
Steve, I've watched you for 35 plus years.. all I can say is thank you.. you have kept my head above water for a long time. I don't know why. Never met you, never seen ya. For some reason sting came out, all my issues went away. Thank you.
Truly and amazing voice...love his voice and Aaron Lewis...both are multi talented musicians I could listen to day in and day out.
All these years later and this is still amazing. Performed in the "house that prince built" on the day he passed.
So awesome how music brings different genres together to honor a legend. Such a great tribute. Heaven is having the concert of a lifetime.
Music isn't created; it becomes every time it passes through you, like a symphony ❤️
i remember that day and that show so vividly, the man literally cried.
Corey did this song justice. I don’t think anyone else could do that like him. When Corey sings/ talks his voice just makes me happy 😊 😘 No matter what his voice cheers me up.
Wow! So talented and truely a professional.
Corey Taylor is one of the GREATEST singers alive!
This video needs more views, people please , make this go viral. I never seen so many musicians sing a Prince song so strong and passionate. This video deserves over a Million views. I never seen Corey so Emotional and uplifted.
Corey Taylor did an amazing cover! He defiantly paid tribute and showed great respect for prince. Amazing job!
The only purple rain cover I will listen to. Being a hugeeee Prince fan I hate it when people take his music and do shitty covers but this is absolutely beautiful and the reason this is amazing is bc it’s genuine & Corey Taylor made it his own version of the beautiful and emotional song 💜👌🏻 sooooo beautiful and amazing. Literally made me cry..
Six years later and this version still brings tears to my eyes.
Have you ever mustered up an opinion of the 1 n only, 6 string extraordinare..... The great, the consomate professional, perennial all-star, and SURE BALLOT hall of fame master-- Mr John Petrucci perform a perfect and yet pristine rendition of Purple Rain??!! If not have a listen.....
Corey rocks the house with any song!!!🤘🏼
I want to spoon I have no air's
Incredible tribute to the one and only prince.
DO KARALEO!!😎👊
That's Respect for the art! Thanks Corey Taylor!! Phenominal gesture, and total show of support for a fallen artist!
Very well put together. Glad to have met this talented artist. R.I.P. Prince
cory Taylor is a really intraverted artist , he still surpises me every time he sings something of his own or someone elses music ! jeep it up corey you are the Man , mask or not .
Holly Brad
This. This is why I love this man.
The first time I seen this my mouth hit the floor he singed this song with such heart and compassion
This is so Beautiful.. Prince would be so Proud💜💜💜
I look for any song that Corey Taylor sings. Amazing talent!
Prince was truly a one-of-a-kind, touching so many lives, reaching through so many genres of music. I've watched so many tribute performances in this last week from a wide variety of artists.
By far.... the absolute best cover of purple rain!!!!!!!!!!!!
Awesome different camera angles and quality. Thanks for the vid! Awesome show!
Friggin beautiful, we are blessed that we have Corey!
prince was looking down with a huge grin on his face that night
He was amazing at this show. Best one I've ever been to. And this as the opener..... Priceless.
Best tribute I've seen!!! Got chills❤❤❤❤❤
Thank you Corey Taylor for an amazing performance and an awesome voice. One of my favourite songs ❤️😎🤘🤘
An absolutely amazing cover!! Sung that like boss Corey!!! 💯
The first person to take the stage at First Ave after Price passed and he did it did it perfect!! This is a testament to the fact that NO ONE should ever think one genre of music is any better than any other. Just listen to it and feel it like he does. Thank you Corey!!
look up talent in dictionary. Corey Taylors face is there. Perfect performer
Corey you never cease to amaze....killed it!
Prince would be proud
very proud
he would be like...so VERY proud!...
Awesome singer
chris magaleoun yes he would...
Prince would probably cover a Slipknot song to fuck with him.
All I can say is...... wow what a great tribute to a world class artist... by another world class artist..!!!!
Great cover!
Love your channel :)
UDontWanna Know YAY!
Ahh, Irony....
The God of rock. This guy can sing anything.
chills all over mabody... and it had to be with corey
I was front row at this show. Very emotional start to the show but also set the tone to have a great time
One word: Amazing.
Oh my god!! Just found this!! I'm bawling! So in love with it!!
I can’t be the only one that thinks a bunch of metal head Slipknot fans singing along to an acoustic version of Purple Rain is incredibly bad ass
This is the best tribute I have heard. Yes the crowd is annoying but the pain in some of their faces is how we are all feeling right now. Prince was a genius, and walked a lot of us through every occasion in life. We lost a legend that surpassed them all. He was a class act in his own right. 100% selfless. Never expecting to be recognized for what he did and just wanted to share his music with us. This loss hit hard compared to the pasts. :'( We all need to take a page from Prince's life and remember him by being selfless. That would be the greatest tribute ever. Rest in Paradise Prince
King is already gone, Prince too.The royals are fading away ...sad
+Igor Presnyakov - wow this is rad, virtuoso commenting on Corey, greets from Croatia Igor, come play here :)
Not all legends are gone, you're still here my friend.
But we have Igor ! :)
Prince yeah, but to say Kerry is gone isnt totally right, I agree he looks like a weird dwarf but he's not gone
Queen aswell... Well not whole Queen but a big part of it :(
Talk about getting goosebumps and chills.
I couldn't even hear the annoying crowd, just Corey and memories of Prince. took a day for it to hit, but now I'm crying.
corey gives his all in each n everything he believes in. And with people passing on what a way to let them know that they inspired so many people round the world and for future generations. Music that'll long outlive many of us. And if we come back again hope the music remains as once we heard it. Well done Corey.
music, so beautiful it kinda hurts listening to it...
this was an absolutely fantastic show that I am incredibly blessed to say i got to experience
+Brody Mohr Was that loud annoying "I love you Cor-raaaaay! Whoooo!" chick as annoying in person?
+Marcus Hagness ohh you have no idea man.... that was incredibly annoying, not to mention she said it the rest of the show like twice per song
+Brody Mohr something about her voice screams fat metal chick haha