“Prince Charming” by Adam & The Ants
Adam & The Ants use “Prince Charming” to tell the listeners (or themselves) not to change who they are for any reason.
The singers use the first stanza to praise the person of interest’s qualities that makes him/her unique. They used the word dandy to show the person’s exceptional sense of style and word handsome to tell you how attractive this person is.
It goes further to tell whoever they are referring to not to allow mockery stop them from being who they truly are. Sometimes people try to make fun of people who have a different taste in fashion but the musicians here tell the listeners not let that change them.
The third stanza is a sort of command telling the listeners not to forget what they stand for and to never limit themselves for any reason whatsoever.
In the latter part of the song the singers explain that no matter your social standing you should never look down on yourself or another person.
Adam reportedly based the song on the iconic figure known as Beau Brummell.
“Prince Charming” Facts
- Artist(s): Adam & The Ants
- Writing: Marco Pirroni alongside Adam Ant
- Production: Chris Hughes
- Release Month and Year: September 1981
- Album: “Prince Charming”
Genre(s)
Best fits New wave
Chart Performance:
- UK Singles Chart: 1
Covers
Other artists that have reproduced their versions of the songs include:
- Chateau Pop (2011)
- Frigid Vinegar (2002)
Did Adam & The Ants release “Prince Charming” as a single?
Yes. The song was released as a single. It is also part of the band’s album which has the same title as the song.
Other singles from the “Prince Charming” album
- “Stand and Deliver“
- “Ant Rap”
