Prince (February 2, 2007) Guitar - Digital Single
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- Feb 2, 2007
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Updated: May 23
Prince launches his 2007 digital era with a raw, guitar‑driven anthem first sold directly to fans through 3121.com
RELEASE DETAILS Date: February 2, 2007 Format: Digital Single (MP3) Country: Worldwide (via 3121.com)
Track: “Guitar” (early mix)
THE STORY Released on February 2, 2007 as a $1.99 MP3 download exclusively through Prince’s website 3121.com, “Guitar” was one of Prince’s earliest direct-to-fan digital singles. The track arrived ahead of the Planet Earth album and showcased Prince’s renewed focus on rock-funk fusion, built around a playful hook (“I love you, baby — but not like I love my guitar”) and a bright, punchy production style. This early 2007 version differs from the later album mix.
CONTEXT & NOTES This release marked Prince’s embrace of independent online distribution in the mid-2000s. By selling directly through 3121.com, Prince bypassed traditional retail channels and engaged fans directly. “Guitar” became a fan favourite not only for its energy but also for its rarity as an early digital exclusive. It helped set the tone for Prince’s 2007 output and his evolving relationship with digital platforms.
TRACK LIST
Digital Single
Guitar (early mix)
CHART PERFORMANCE No official chart entries reported (website-exclusive digital release)
PERSONNEL
Prince – vocals, guitar, all instruments, production
RELATED MATERIAL
Planet Earth (2007 album)
Chelsea Rodgers (2007 single)
Prince’s digital-era singles (2007)
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SOURCES Prince Vault • Sleevographia2 • 3121.com archival notes • Discogs
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ARTIST — Prince
ARTIST CATEGORY — Prince Singles ARTIST ITEM — Guitar (Digital Single) ARTIST ATTACHMENT — 3121.com / NPG Records
ARTIST YEAR — 2007
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