In the 1990’s he changed his name from Prince to an unpronounceable symbol. In the video he explains his name change.
Read the following words and phrases and their definitions.
- new plateau - new level
- divorce - to distance yourself from something
- hang-ups - things that cause you to feel uncomfortable, worried, afraid, etc.
First read the assignment. Next watch the video. Take notes to help you do the assignment.
- Why did Prince decide to replace his name with a symbol?
- What was Prince’s birth name?
- Who invented the name “The Artist Formerly Known as Prince”?
