Released digitally worldwide on 5 April 2024 by NPG Records, United States of Division is a rare 2004 recording originally offered as a virtual B‑side for Cinnamon Girl via the NPG Music Club,

Released as the second single from Musicology, Cinnamon Girl arrived in late 2004 as one of Prince’s most politically charged works of the 2000s. The single was issued in multiple formats across the US, UK, and Europe beginning September 28 (US) and November 8, 2004 (UK/EU).

This European CD single (distributed in the UK and Austria) for “Cinnamon Girl” comes from Prince’s 2004 album Musicology. It includes a brand new studio track and exclusive live video footage of “Dear Mr. Man” from Webster Hall. Artist: Prince Label: Columbia / NPG Date: November 8, 2004 Catalogue: COL 675142 2 Format: CD Single Country: Austria (EU / UK distribution) A-Side: “Cinnamon Girl” B-Side: “Dear Mr. Man (Live at Webster Hall)”, “United States of Division”, “Dear M

This North American enhanced CD single for “Cinnamon Girl” features completely different artwork and tracklisting compared to the European release, focusing on the music video and a behind-the-scenes documentary. Artist: Prince Label: NPG / Columbia Date: September 28, 2004 Catalogue: 707541748124 Format: Enhanced CD Single Country: USA A-Side: “Cinnamon Girl” (3:56) B-Side: “Cinnamon Girl (Video)”, “Cinnamon Girl: XPOSED” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST US

A vibrant 2004 cover story and extensive interview feature in Word magazine titled “Meet the New Prince,” capturing The Artist in a reflective and charismatic phase as he continued to evolve creatively and spiritually in the new millennium. Publication: Word – Music and More Date: Issue 18, August 18, 2004 Country: United Kingdom Section / Pages: Cover Story + Multi-page Feature Title: Meet the New Prince (“We don’t roll like that no more!”) THE STORY The striking cover shows

A politically charged and patriotic-tinged track released on Independence Day 2004 as the virtual B-side to “Cinnamon Girl”, “United States Of Division” showcased Prince’s continued exploration of American themes during the Musicology era. THE RELEASE WHAT THE LABEL SHOWS Label: NPG Records Format: Digital / CD Single (virtual B-side) Country: USA / International Catalogue: N/A (digital / attached to Cinnamon Girl single) Release Date: July 4, 2004 (USA) Digital release artwo

Publication: The Bangor Daily News (Bangor, Maine) Date: Saturday, July 3, 2004 “Essence celebrates concert milestone” Feature marking the 10th anniversary of the Essence Festival, which has grown from a one-time 1995 event into a major annual music and cultural celebration expected to attract over 150,000 fans. Prince opens the festival at the Superdome in New Orleans, describing it as full of “good energy” and saying he tries to attend whenever possible. The multi-day event

Publication: The Birmingham News (Birmingham, Alabama) Date: Friday, July 2, 2004 Section: Entertainment Today / Music “Essence Festival celebrates 10 years” Major feature on the Essence Festival marking its 10th anniversary in 2004. The article highlights the event’s growth into a massive cultural celebration expected to draw over 150,000 fans, with Prince as the opening headliner. Key Content Notable Mentions The festival, produced by Essence magazine, combines music, empow

Publication: The Daily Review (Morgan City, Louisiana) Date: Friday, July 2, 2004 Feature marking the 10th anniversary of the Essence Festival in 2004. The article celebrates the festival’s evolution from a one-time 25th anniversary event in 1995 into a major annual music and cultural pilgrimage expected to draw over 150,000 fans. Key Content Notable Mentions Prince is the opening headliner and expressed his strong affection for the festival, saying he tries to attend wheneve

The opening night of the three-day Essence Music Festival saw Prince deliver a marathon, high-energy performance at the Louisiana Superdome, marking the start of the Musicology Live 2004ever tour with a star-studded set full of hits, covers, and special guests. [Concert Poster / Setlist Image Here] THE SHOW SETLIST HIGHLIGHTS Date: July 2, 2004 Venue: Louisiana Superdome City: New Orleans, Louisiana, USA Length: 135 minutes (Prince) + 45 minutes (The NPG support set) Attendan