Snow Man
Prince · Other Songs - Prince
Christmas in Belgium was different
Than the ones spent in L.A.
The Christmas I got no presents
Still me and my brother played
Near the ocean makin' the snow man
On his face we were makin' a smile
'cause just like a daddy
The snow man had style
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Snow man, snow man
Another Christmas gone
I got a chess game this time
A bishop takes the pawn
Sometimes I wanna go back where
The ocean swallows the shore
I could still see him smiling
When my snow man is no more, no more
Winter seldom passing
Where the memory doesn't sway
2 the smell of a Christmas dinner
Shared the family way (Shared in the family way)
Everything seems so perfect
That nothing would dare go wrong
But tears come with the summer
So long, so long (So long)
CHORUS
Snow man
I look at my hands and I wonder
Will they ever make anyone smile
The way the snow man made me
CHORUS
(Snow man) {repeat till end}
About Snow Man
Prince's "Snow Man" stands as a standout track from his 1996 album *Emancipation*, showcasing his signature blend of R&B, funk, and pop sensibilities. Released during a pivotal era in his career marked by a shift toward more mature and introspective songwriting, the recording features Prince's characteristic vocal delivery layered over a lush, orchestral arrangement that highlights his mastery of production. The song reflects the artistic freedom he achieved after leaving Warner Bros., allowing him to explore themes of love and vulnerability with unprecedented honesty. Its inclusion on *Emancipation* underscores his commitment to crafting a cohesive body of work that transcends genre boundaries, cementing his status as a visionary force in contemporary music history.