(Born June 07, 1958) Prince (born Prince Rogers Nelson on June 7, 1958), is a popular and influential singer, songwriter, record producer, and multi-instrumentalist. His music has spanned myriad styles including funk, pop, rock, R&B/soul, and hip hop, and is regarded as the definition of "The Minneapolis Sound". Many critics regard the quality and versatility of Prince's music as being indicative of musical genius.