President Barack Obama joined the chorus of voices paying tribute to Prince, who died on Thursday.
"Today, the world lost a creative icon," Obama said in a statement. "Few artists have influenced the sound and trajectory of popular music more distinctly, or touched quite so many people with their talent.”
Prince Rogers Nelson, 57, was found unresponsive in an elevator at his Paisley Park studios in Chanhassen, Minnesota, authorities said. The death is being investigated and an autopsy will be performed, according to the sheriff’s office.
The death of the man who penned hits such as "Let's Go Crazy," "Nothing Compares 2 U" and "When Doves Cry" – and stirred controversy with suggestive lyrics -- hit fans and fellow artists hard.
A massive outpouring of grief on social media followed news of his death, culminating in calls for an all-night dance party tonight in Minneapolis, the city where Prince was born.
CNN’s full report on Prince’s death:
- Prince received a love of music from his father.
- The ultimate Prince playlist.
- Photos of Prince through the years.
- Videos: Iconic moments from his career, an interview with Prince and reaction to his death.
- Prince was a sports fan, too.
- The more outrageous he got, the more honest Prince seemed.
- Celebrities from Justin Timberlake to Elijah Wood pay tribute.
- Share your tributes here.
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