How a famous 1984 album plays a key role in ‘Stranger Things’ finale
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Key Points:
- In the “Stranger Things” season 5 finale, Murray Bauman plays Prince and the Revolution’s 1984 album "Purple Rain," featuring the songs “When Doves Cry” and “Purple Rain” consecutively during a key escape scene.
- The album plays a crucial role as the needle drop on side 2 of the vinyl triggers explosives, symbolizing an epic and emotional moment tied to the show's climax and a character’s poignant farewell.
- The Duffer Brothers chose "Purple Rain" for its blend of celebratory and weighty tracks, emphasizing its emotional gravitas, and secured rare licensing rights with help from Kate Bush’s estate, as Prince’s music is typically restricted outside his film.
- "Purple Rain" is a
