Prince O(+> (June 12, 2021) “The Truth” – 180g LP (Record Store Day Reissue)
- GlamSlamEscape
- Jun 12, 2021
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This 2021 Record Store Day reissue marks the first standalone vinyl release of Prince’s 1998 acoustic album The Truth.
Artist: Prince O(+>
Label: NPG Records / Legacy
Date: June 12, 2021 Catalogue: 19075935501 (or similar RSD variant)
Format: 180g LP (Reissue)
Country: Worldwide
Written by: Prince
Produced by: Prince
TRACK LIST
Side 1
The Truth (3:35)
Don’t Play Me (2:48)
Circle Of Amour (4:44)
3rd Eye (4:54)
Dionne (3:14)
Man In A Uniform (3:08)
Side 2
Animal Kingdom (4:01)
The Other Side Of The Pillow (3:22)
Fascination (4:55)
One Of Your Tears (3:27)
Comeback (2:00)
Welcome 2 The Dawn (Acoustic Version) (3:18)
LINKED RELEASES / VARIANTS
Original 1998 release (as part of Crystal Ball 3CD set)
PERSONNEL
Prince – vocals, acoustic guitar, production
THE STORY
The Truth is Prince’s 21st studio album and the first to be marketed as an “acoustic” project. Recorded in late 1996 and early 1997, it was originally released in January 1998 exclusively as part of the Crystal Ball box set. The album features a raw, stripped-down sound with a strong emphasis on acoustic guitar and intimate songwriting.
The 2021 Record Store Day reissue finally brought the album to standalone vinyl for the first time.
CONTEXT & NOTES
Pressed on 180g black vinyl with the iconic close-up cover artwork of Prince. This limited RSD release was highly sought after by collectors. The album was later given a wider retail re-release in 2023.
CHART PERFORMANCE
Original 1998 release (as part of Crystal Ball):
US Billboard 200 – #62
US Top R&B Albums – #59
RELATED MATERIAL
Prince (1998) Crystal Ball (Box Set)
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SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, sleevographia2.
All single artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.
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