RIP: Prince's Greatest Quotes On Love, Life And Fame

The purple icon passed away seven years ago today.

In His Own Words - Prince's death came as an utter shock to the world, and while many reflected on the power of his music, even to this day, let's not forget he was one of the few celebrities who could command our attention with even just a few words. On the third anniversary of his death, here are some of the artist's most powerful quotes over the years. (Photo: Richard E. Aaron/Redferns)
On Sexual Identity: - "Am I Black or white, am I straight or gay? Do I believe in God, do I believe in me?"  (Photo: Paul Natkin/WireImage)
On Love: - "Love isn't love until it's past."(Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)On Being Cool: - "Cool means being able to hang with yourself. All you have to ask yourself is, 'Is there anybody I'm afraid of? Is there anybody who, if I walked into a room and saw, I'd get nervous?' If not, then you're cool." (Photo: Marc S Canter/Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images)

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In His Own Words - Prince's death came as an utter shock to the world, and while many reflected on the power of his music, even to this day, let's not forget he was one of the few celebrities who could command our attention with even just a few words. On the seventh anniversary of his death, here are some of the artist's most powerful quotes over the years. (Photo: Richard E. Aaron/Redferns)

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