Prince fans can party like it’s 1999 by renting Airbnb’s ‘Purple Rain’ home

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Up to 100 Prince fans visited for a short time music superstar When the party is over, they’ll have a place to stay in their hometown that will make them go crazy for their cultural heritage, a house featured in the movie “Purple Rain.”

While the white, two-story house with brown trim in Minneapolis may look unassuming from the outside, there’s plenty inside to drive devotees of the late icon crazy about this new, limited-time Airbnb rental. Upstairs, a large closet with patterned wallpaper and a leopard-print floor displays iconic outfits worn by Prince behind glass, and other outfits are available to make tenants beautiful.

“Then what guests can do on their own is actually make choices that will appeal to their inner rock star with iconic ’80s clothing, looks and styles,” Airbnb spokesperson Ali Killam said.

Rentals are available to fans who don’t own diamonds and pearls; Only $7 per person per night for up to four people. The price is based on the Prince’s favorite number, and a total of 25 nights will be available over seven weeks from 26 October to 14 December.

Rentals on Airbnb are a sign of the times; It’s the film’s 40th anniversary. In the film, Prince played The Kid, a musician and band leader who lives a difficult life at home on the big screen.

The film, along with the hit album of the same name, made Prince a superstar with songs like the title track “Let’s Go Crazy” and “When Doves Cry.” These followed other hits such as “1999” and “Little Red Corvette” and sold more than 100 million albums with its gender- and genre-defying blend of rock, funk and soul. he died On April 21, 2016, the 57-year-old accidentally overdosed on fentanyl at his property in Paisley Park in Chanhassen, Minnesota.

The leases are held by the late musician’s estate and global media company Warner Bros. Discovery is organized on behalf of Airbnb by two of Prince’s lifelong friends and musical collaborators, Lisa Coleman and Wendy Melvoin.

In the home’s basement, guests can sleep in a replica of The Kid’s bedroom from the movie, right down to the lavender pillows on the bed and even the 1980s-style cassette player. There is also a lounge where guests can play guitar, drums or piano. QR codes throughout the house connect visitors to the homeowners’ reviews.

“This is really meant to draw you into The Kid’s world,” Killam said.

And of course, there’s plenty of purple, his signature color, as a tribute to Prince, his career, and his influence. A large mural depicting purple bananas was a nod to “Let’s Go Wild,” Killam said.

4 If you die as a Prince, you can request a reservation online from 6 a.m. Pacific on October 2 until 11:59 p.m. Pacific on October 6. Airbnb says the pool of potential guests will be randomly selected, and final rental invitations will be based on fans’ answers as to why they want to stay there.

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Hanna reported from Topeka, Kansas.