Morris Day Movies, TV Series

Morris E. Day, born on December 13, 1957, is a multifaceted American artist known for his contributions as a singer, songwriter, actor, and band leader. Growing up in Minneapolis, he attended high school alongside Prince, and they collaborated in the band Grand Central during their teenage years. Da... Read morey's songwriting talent gained recognition when Prince covered his track "Partyup" on the 1980 album *Dirty Mind*.

In 1981, Day became the frontman of The Time, a funk-soul-dance ensemble established by Prince. Their self-titled debut album launched their career, followed by the successful release of *What Time Is It?* in 1982. The band achieved a significant milestone in 1984 with their appearance in the iconic film *Purple Rain*, where Day portrayed a rival to Prince's character, garnering praise for his performance. That same year, The Time released *Ice Cream Castle*, which became their most commercially successful album until the release of *Pandemonium* in 1990.

In 1985, Day embarked on a solo career with the album *Color of Success*, ultimately releasing a total of four solo projects. He reunited with The Time for the 2011 album *Condensate*, under the moniker The Original 7ven. Beyond music, Day has acted in various films and television shows, and in partnership with biographer David Ritz, he penned his memoir titled *On Time: A Princely Life in Funk*, capturing his journey through the world of funk and entertainment.