"Purple Rain" is a powerful anthem about finding solace and guidance with a loved one during times of chaos and uncertainty. Prince himself explained the title refers to "the end of the world" where "red and blue = purple," and the rain is a cleansing factor or a new beginning. The song, which features Prince's backing band The Revolution, was initially conceived as a country song, but evolved into a gospel, soul, and rock ballad after the band began to play it with a different feel. Playing this song can feel like a journey through emotional turmoil towards a hopeful, shared future.