TIME Special Edition - Prince 10 Years Gone: His Music & Legacy Live On, Exclusive Tributes

In a career that spanned nearly four decades, Prince captivated generations of audiences with not only his talent for songwriting but his outré style and electrifying performances. His albums—a category-defying blend of rock, R&B, soul, funk, jazz, hip-hop, disco, and pop—have inspired countless artists and influenced the sound and trajectory of music for years to come. His hits, including “Kiss,” “Little Red Corvette,” “Let’s Go Crazy,” “Raspberry Beret,” “1999,” and the landmark song “Purple Rain,” from his semi-autobiographical movie, have been the life soundtrack for millions of fans. Now, in a tribute to the late Grammy- and Oscar-winning legend, TIME presents a lavishly illustrated special edition tracing Prince’s life and career.

The commemorative edition combines classic and rarely seen photographs and text from the TIME archives, as well as the story behind the movie Purple Rain; a look inside Paisley Park, Prince’s famed home and studio; his unprecedented approach to the “business of Prince”; exclusive tributes from Sheila E., Seal, and Lenny Kravitz; and a rundown of 25 essential songs, plus a handful of lesser-known gems. Comprehensive and visually compelling, An Artist’s Life honors the life, legend, and musical legacy of an icon.