Prince (June 6, 1981) “Some day your Prince will come” – Feature / Interview – Melody Maker (UK)

In-depth 1981 Melody Maker feature with Steve Sutherland interviewing the rising star Prince, capturing him during the early breakthrough period of his career.

PUBLICATION:

Date: June 6, 1981

Country: United Kingdom

Section / Pages: Full Feature

Title: Some day your Prince will come

THE STORY

Steve Sutherland sits down with Prince for a revealing conversation covering his music, influences, stage persona, and rapid rise. The piece explores Prince’s multi-instrumental talents, his blend of funk, rock, and pop, and his bold artistic vision at a time when he was transitioning from cult following to mainstream attention.

CONTEXT AND NOTES

This interview appeared just as Prince’s Dirty Mind (1980) and Controversy (1981) albums were gaining serious traction in the UK. It reflects the music press’s growing fascination with his androgynous image, explicit lyrics, and self-contained genius. The playful headline plays on the fairy-tale phrase while highlighting Prince’s arrival on the scene.

FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS 

Era: Controversy / Early Career Breakthrough (1981)

Tone: Intriguing, slightly irreverent, probing

Photography: Classic black-and-white portrait of Prince

 “Some day your Prince will come”

WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS Full-page Melody Maker article with bold headline, multiple columns of text, and a striking photo of Prince. Includes the large WHSmith record sale advertisement at the bottom.

RELATED MATERIAL

• Prince (1981) Controversy Album

• Prince (1980) Dirty Mind Album

• Prince Early UK Press Coverage (1981)

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