| "The War" | |||||
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| Single by New Power Generation | |||||
| Released | 1998 | ||||
| Format | Cassette single CD single |
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| Recorded | Paisley Park Studios, 1997 | ||||
| Genre | Psychedelic, Funk | ||||
| Length | 26:00 | ||||
| Label | NPG Records | ||||
| Writer | Prince | ||||
| Producer | Prince | ||||
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"The War" is a song by the from New Power Generation, headed by Prince (his alias at that time being an unpronounceable symbol) from 1998. The song was initially given away to customers who pre-ordered Prince's Crystal Ball album and experienced delivery troubles. The song is not from any album. It was also available as a music download on Prince's website. The song is a 26-minute live jam using distorted guitars and synthesizers. Prince encourages the audience to chant throughout "The evolution will be colorized", which makes reference to Gil Scott-Heron's poem/song "The Revolution Will Not Be Televised". The lyrics are sermon-like, warning against harmful technology and the forecoming of the Apocalypse.
