Prince (August 22 2006) Ultimate - Album

Ultimate is Prince’s fifth major compilation album, focusing on his Warner Bros. era hits from 1979 to 1993. It features a mix of single edits on Disc 1 and extended/remixed versions on Disc 2.

RELEASE DETAILS

Artist: Prince

Label: Warner Bros. Records

Catalogue: R2 73381

Format: 2×CD

Country: Worldwide

Released: August 22, 2006 (USA)

Genre: Rock, Funk / Soul, Pop

Length: 77:14 (standard edition)

THE STORY

A comprehensive 28-track overview of Prince’s groundbreaking Warner Bros. period. Disc 1 presents classic hits chronologically, while Disc 2 delivers extended mixes and 12" versions that showcase his innovative production and dance-floor appeal.

CONTEXT & NOTES

Released five years after The Very Best Of Prince, this set was delayed from an earlier planned date due to the release of 3121. Prince cooperated with the compilation but requested the removal of some explicit tracks. It performed solidly in Europe and became a popular retrospective of his 1980s peak.

TRACK LISTING (2006 Original 2CD)

Disc 1

1. I Wanna Be Your Lover — 2:57

2. Uptown — 4:09

3. Controversy — 7:15

4. 1999 — 3:37

5. Delirious — 2:38

6. When Doves Cry — 3:47

7. I Would Die 4 U — 2:56

8. Purple Rain — 8:40

9. Sign O’ The Times — 3:42

10. I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man — 3:39

11. Alphabet St. — 5:38

12. Diamonds And Pearls — 4:19

13. Gett Off — 4:31

14. Money Don’t Matter 2 Night — 4:47

15. 7 — 5:08

16. Nothing Compares 2 U — 4:57

17. My Name Is Prince — 4:03

Disc 2

1. Let’s Go Crazy (Special Dance Mix) — 7:36

2. Little Red Corvette (Dance Remix) — 8:22

3. Let’s Work (Dance Remix) — 8:02

4. Pop Life (Fresh Dance Mix) — 6:18

5. She’s Always In My Hair (12" Version) — 6:31

6. Raspberry Beret (12" Version) — 6:34

7. Kiss (Extended Version) — 7:16

8. U Got The Look (Long Look) — 6:40

9. Hot Thing (Extended Remix) — 8:30

10. Thieves In The Temple (Remix) — 8:08

11. Cream (N.P.G. Mix) — 4:50

Total Length: 77:14

SINGLES RELEASED

None (compilation of previously released material)

PERSONNEL

Musicians Prince — all vocals and instruments (except where noted)

ADDITIONAL MUSICIANS AND BACKGROUND

• The Revolution and The New Power Generation members across original tracks

• Sheila E., Sheena Easton, Wendy & Lisa, and many others from the compiled eras

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Production

• Prince — producer, arranger (all original tracks)

• Various engineers and remixers from original sessions

• Remastered for this compilation

PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS

• Purple logo on white background (as shown in the image)

• Slipcase with booklet

• Chronological track order emphasizing singles

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CHARTS

USA: Billboard 200 | 9 Sep. 2006 | 61 | 15 weeks

SOURCES Album liner notes, official discography, Discogs, 45cat, Official Charts, Wikipedia, Prince Vault.

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