Originally approached to license Kiss for the movie, Prince instead wrote The Song Of The Heart in a single week, delivering a new original composition that went on to win the Golden Globe for Best Original Song and earn a Grammy nomination for Best Song Written for Visual Media.

Ultimate is Prince’s fifth compilation of his Warner Bros. studio material, arriving in August 2006, five years after The Very Best Of Prince. The collection focuses exclusively on recordings from the Warner Bros. era, covering twelve studio albums released between 1979 and 1993. Several tracks appear in extended or remixed form, sourced from 12" and CD singles, and each disc presents its selections in a loose chronological sequence based on their original single release date

A prominent entertainment page from The Flint Journal (June 27, 2006) highlighting the star-studded BET Awards ’06, with Beyoncé and Prince as the main musical headliners, alongside coverage of other artists and television programming. Publication: The Flint Journal Date: June 27, 2006 Country: United States THE STORY WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The article announces that Beyoncé and Prince will headline the BET Awards 2006, hosted by Damon Wayans. It lists additional musical gue

A limited-edition 12-inch picture disc single released in the United Kingdom on May 29, 2006, to promote Prince’s album 3121. The A-side features the studio version of “Fury”; the B-side contains a live medley of “Te Amo Corazón” and “Fury” recorded at the 2006 BRIT Awards. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records / Universal Music Date: May 29, 2006 Catalogue: MCST 40462 / 985673-2 Format: Picture Disc 12" Single Country: United Kingdom A-Side: “Fury” (4:02) Written

A stickered promotional 12" single released in the United Kingdom on May 29, 2006 to promote Prince’s album 3121 and the single “Fury”. This version features the straight album versions of “Fury” on the A-side and “Love” on the B-side and was issued strictly for promotional use (not for resale). RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records / Universal Records Date: May 29, 2006 Catalogue: WMCST40462 Format: Stickered Promotional 12" Single Country: United Kingdom A-Side:

Prince (May 22, 2006) “Fury” – Promo CD Single UK INTRO / SUBHEADING A promotional CD single released in the United Kingdom on May 22, 2006 (radio/add date) to promote Prince’s scorching new single “Fury” from the album 3121. This one-track radio promo was issued to industry professionals and radio stations following Prince’s sensational show-stopping performance at the 2006 BRIT Awards. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records / Island Records / Universal Date: May

A promotional CD single released in the United States to support Prince’s performance on the American Idol season finale on May 24, 2006. The disc pairs “Lolita” with “Satisfied” from the album 3121 and highlights the 40 million viewing audience. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Universal Records / Republic Records Date: May 24, 2006 (as printed on disc) Catalogue: none Format: Promo CD Single Country: United States A-Side: “Lolita” (4:06) Written by: Prince Produced by:

The final single from the 3121 album arrives in Europe, backed by a powerful live medley from the 2006 BRIT Awards. Prince (May 22, 2006) Fury – Single (Europe) RELEASE DETAILS Date: May 22, 2006 (Europe) / May 29, 2006 (UK) Catalogue: 0602498567319 (EU CD) / MCSTD40462 (UK CD) Format: CD Single / 12" Picture Disc Country: Europe (main release) A-Side: “Fury” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: Te Amo Corazón / Fury (Live Medley) THE STORY “Fury” was released as th

A stickered promotional 12" single released in the United States on March 27, 2006 to promote Prince’s single “Black Sweat” from the album 3121. This version pairs the album track with “Beautiful, Loved & Blessed” featuring Tamar on the B-side. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records / Universal Records Date: March 27, 2006 Catalogue: B0006371-11 Format: Stickered Sleeve 12" Promo Country: United States A-Side: “Black Sweat” (3:30) Written by: Prince Produced by: Pr

The single first appeared as a digital download on February 21, 2006, tied to the “Purple Ticket” promotion: each purchase entered fans into a contest to win entry to a private Prince performance at 3121 (Private Residence), Los Angeles, held in the early hours of May 6, 2006.

Artist: Prince Label: Universal Records / NPG Date: March 24, 2006 Catalogue: MCSTD40457 / 985 497-4 Format: Enhanced CD Single Country: UK A-Side: “Black Sweat” (3:11) B-Side: “Beautiful, Loved & Blessed” (feat. Tamar) (5:18) Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST UK Enhanced CD Single (MCSTD40457 / 985 497-4) Black Sweat (3:11) Beautiful, Loved & Blessed (feat. Tamar) (5:18) Black Sweat (Video) (3:11) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version – 3121 (2006) PERSON

Artist: Prince Label: Universal Records / NPG Date: March 24, 2006 Catalogue: MCSTD40457 / 985 497-4 Format: Promo Enhanced CD Single Country: UK A-Side: “Black Sweat” (3:11) B-Side: “Beautiful, Loved & Blessed” (feat. Tamar) (5:18) Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST UK Promo Enhanced CD Single (MCSTD40457 / 985 497-4) Black Sweat (3:11) Beautiful, Loved & Blessed (feat. Tamar) (5:18) Black Sweat (Video) (3:11) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album version – 3121 (2

Released worldwide in March 2006, 3121 is Prince’s 31st studio album, evolving from an earlier Lotusflow3r concept and introducing a new band lineup, Támar’s prominent vocals, and a #1 chart return.

Released on 21 February 2006 as a digital‑only single via iTunes, Black Sweat marked one of Prince’s earliest major digital‑first releases. Each purchase of the track automatically entered fans into the purple ticket sweepstakes, a promotional campaign tied to the 3121 album era. Winners received exclusive access to Prince’s private performances and events — a modern twist on the golden‑ticket mythos.

This Observer Music Monthly issue from February 2006 celebrates Prince’s dazzling return to form. The cover, shot by Martin Schoeller, presents him in full electric charisma — guitar in hand, eyes locked on the viewer — under the headline “Small but still perfectly formed – the irresistible return of a pop genius.” Barney Hoskyns’ feature inside explores the enduring mystery of Prince’s artistry, faith, and reinvention. Publication: The Observer Music Monthly Date: February 2

Artist: Prince Label: Universal Records / NPG Date: February 2006 Catalogue: TPLOVEVP1 Format: Colored Promo 12" Single (Red Vinyl) Country: Holland A-Side: “Black Sweat” (3:11) Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Beautiful, Loved & Blessed” (feat. Tamar) (5:43) Written by: Tamar & Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST Holland Colored Promo 12" Single (TPLOVEVP1) Black Sweat (3:11) Beautiful, Loved & Blessed (feat. Tamar) (5:43) LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS Album ve