On Thursday, April 21, music legend Prince Rogers Nelson was found dead in his Paisley Park Studios in Chanhassen, MN. The cause of death is currently unknown, but he had been sick in the week preceding his death.

Many Minnesotans took Prince’s death especially hard, as the 57-year-old musician was born in Minneapolis and was frequently spotted in the community.

Fans of all ages took to the streets of Minneapolis in mourning, hosting impromptu dance parties to celebrate Prince’s life.

While the death of the artist may not have a significant impact on most Mounds View students, his achievements did not go unnoticed.

“He was phenomenal. Eccentric. Strange. He did it all,” said orchestra teacher Lucas Shogren.