Dirty Mind is Prince’s third studio album, released in October 1980. A daring, raw, and sexually explicit masterpiece, it marked a bold artistic leap and established Prince as one of the most provocative and innovative artists of his generation. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Date: October 8, 1980 Catalogue: BSK 3478 Format: LP Country: United States (international releases followed) THE STORY Dirty Mind is a short, explosive album that fully embra

Although not issued as a single in the United States, Bambi became one of Prince’s most celebrated early deep cuts — a raw, guitar‑driven rock track that showcased his emerging virtuosity and bold lyrical edge. Its limited regional release makes the single a sought‑after collectible among early‑era Prince fans

A rare, intimate early interview with 21-year-old Prince as he began to capture the hearts of a new generation of fans. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: Right On! Date: August1980 Country: United States Section / Pages: Main Feature THE STORY This in-depth profile by Cynthia Horner presents Prince as both a musical genius and an enigmatic personality. The article explores his self-produced debut album For You, his multi-instrumental talent, his reluctance to discuss his personal l

Prince’s early disco‑funk breakthrough gets its own international spotlight RELEASE DETAILS Date: April 11, 1980 Catalogue: K 17590 (7") / K 17590T (12") Format: 7" & 12" Single Country: United Kingdom (also issued in Japan) A-Side: “Sexy Dancer” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Bambi” (UK) / “Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad?” (Japan) THE STORY Released on April 11, 1980, “Sexy Dancer” was Prince’s sixth commercially issued single worldwide, though it appeared on

Prince’s gentle acoustic moment paired with one of his earliest guitar showcases — the final single from his self-titled album. RELEASE DETAILS Date: March 25, 1980 Catalogue: WBS 49226 Format: 7" Single Country: United States A-Side: “Still Waiting” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Bambi” THE STORY Released on March 25, 1980, “Still Waiting” was the third and final single from Prince’s self-titled second album. Issued only in the USA and New Zealand, it paired

They’re calling him the next Stevie Wonder, and perhaps with a good reason. The singer-composer known simply as Prince appears to be on his way to becoming the biggest solo solo artist in years.

Jon Bream’s feature captures the growing local excitement around 21-year-old Prince as his hit “I Wanna Be Your Lover” climbs the charts and he prepares for major performances. SOURCE DETAILS Publication: The Minneapolis Star Date: February 6, 1980 Country: United States Section / Pages: Entertainment / Feature THE STORY This profile explores the rising stardom of Prince, describing him as a multi-talented “one-man band” who writes, produces, and performs his own music. The a

Prince’s first rock‑leaning single — a guitar‑charged plea from the dawn of his breakthrough era RELEASE DETAILS Date: January 23, 1980 Catalogue: WBS 49178 Format: 7" Single Country: United States (also released in New Zealand, etc.) A-Side: “Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad?” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Baby” (US) / “Bambi” (NZ) THE STORY The third single from Prince’s self-titled second album, “Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad?” marked a stylistic shift towa