Feb 7, 2022 · Sheila E. and Prince had a relationship dating back more than 30 years prior to his death in 2016. Here's a inside how their bond changed throughout the years.

She began her career in the mid-1970s as a percussionist for the George Duke Band. After separating from the group in 1983, Sheila began collaborating with Prince and launched a solo career, starting with the release of her debut album in 1984, which included her biggest hit "The Glamorous Life".

Jan 31, 2024 · After years of fan speculation about why Prince turned down “We Are the World,” Sheila E., his longtime collaborator says she knows the truth. On the red carpet for the upcoming documentary,...

Sheila E. and Prince had a very extensive, lengthy history together. She was his drummer and his fiancée at one point in time. In an interview with Rolling Stone, Sheila E. explained how Prince finally talked her into being his lady, and what she and her “best friend,” Prince eventually did to …

Jul 12, 2023 · Sheila E. and Prince had a rocky relationship during their time together. At one point the pair were said to be engaged after Prince mouthed "Marry me," across a stage to her.

Apr 26, 2016 · It’s safe to say that Sheila E. had a relationship with Prince unlike any other. He worked with hundreds (if not thousands) of musicians, had many friends and several long-term romances, but none...

Jun 10, 2024 · MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sheila E. figured she’d be welcome if she showed up unannounced to record some video at Paisley Park where the Grammy-nominated percussionist once collaborated with her mentor and one-time fiancée, the late rock superstar Prince.

Sep 15, 2020 · Sheila E. admitted that she and Prince "couldn't resist each other," adding he’d once proposed to her while they were performing a show together. The story comes via with new conversation with the Guardian in which the drummer also said she was still “angry” at Prince over his 2016 death, and recalled crying during the Grammys tribute ...

Jun 8, 2024 · Sheila E. was accused of appropriating Prince, his legacy and musical tributes, like the upcoming Let’s Go Crazy: The Grammy Salute to Prince (broadcast on April 21, 2020).

Jan 29, 2024 · In the new Netflix documentary 'The Greatest Night in Pop', Sheila E. says she was promised a solo vocal part on 'We Are the World' in what she believes was a ploy to land Prince for the...