The 2018 release of Nothing Compares 2 U marked the first official posthumous Prince single, unveiling his original 1984 studio recording. Issued two years after his passing, the release presented the full‑length version alongside a newly prepared edit, supported by a surprise digital rollout and a video featuring raw 1984 rehearsal footage of Prince and The Revolution. The physical editions followed shortly after, forming the centrepiece of a multi‑format release strategy. �

Nothing Compares 2 U is a digital single by Prince, issued during the posthumous archival period. Released digitally on 19 April 2018, the track marked the first official posthumous Prince single, unveiling Prince’s original 1984 studio recording of a song he had given to The Family for their 1985 album The Family. The release reflects a return to Prince’s mid‑80s sonic palette, showcasing the clarity and emotional weight of the original arrangement. The track was recorded in