Hundreds of fans gathered outside Spike Lee’s offices in Fort Greene, a neighborhood in Brooklyn, to celebrate Prince after news of the legendary singer’s death.
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Lee paid tribute to the late singer via Instagram and announced the block party shortly after. The invitation read:
“PRINCE We Love You Shockadelica Joint” A celebration of his life.
We will dance, sing and shout to his music.
Wear something purple.”
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The street was brimming with fans dancing and singing to Prince songs all night long. It was a heartfelt celebration of an icon gone too soon.
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