Sheila E. – クー・クー = Koo Koo (Japan 7" Single) May 25. 1987
- GlamSlamEscape
- May 25, 1987
- 2 min read
Format: 7" Vinyl • 45 RPM Label: Paisley Park Country: Japan Catalogue: P‑2238 Release Date: 25 May 1987 Genre: Funk / Soul Style: Funk Manufactured & Distributed By: Warner‑Pioneer Corporation, Japan
Overview This Japanese‑exclusive 7" edition of Koo Koo was released on 25 May 1987, predating the US single by four years and representing one of the earliest international configurations of the track. Issued by Warner‑Pioneer Corporation, the single features a unique Japanese picture sleeve and includes the traditional Japanese lyric/liner‑note insert, translated by 沼崎敦子.
The A‑side, クー・クー = Koo Koo, is taken from the album Sheila E. (P‑13389). The B‑side, パラダイス・ガーデン = Paradise Gardens, is a non‑LP track, making this release particularly notable for collectors.
Production credits differ from the later US single:
Produced by Sheila E.
Co‑producer: David Z.
No Prince involvement on either track
This edition is one of the most distinctive international variants of Koo Koo, with unique artwork, Japanese titling, and exclusive packaging elements.
Track Listing — Japan 7" (P‑2238)
A. クー・クー = Koo Koo — 3:24 Written by Sheila E.
B. パラダイス・ガーデン = Paradise Gardens — 3:59 Written by Constance Guzman & Sheila E
Credits & Production Notes
Producer: Sheila E.
Co‑Producer: David Z.
Record Company: Warner‑Pioneer Corporation
Licensed From: Warner Bros. Records Inc.
℗: WEA International Inc.
Liner Notes (対訳): 沼崎敦子
Packaging:
Full‑colour Japanese picture sleeve
Includes Japanese lyric/translation sheet (standard for Japan releases)
Japanese titling on sleeve and labels
Context & Significance
One of the earliest international releases of Koo Koo
Features non‑LP B‑side “Paradise Gardens”
Distinct from the 1991 US single (different release date, artwork, credits)
Highly collectible due to Japanese packaging and exclusive insert
Represents Sheila E.’s active presence in the Japanese market during the late 1980s
🧾 Sources
Warner‑Pioneer Corporation Japan catalogue (1987)
Paisley Park / WEA International documentation
Prince Vault (release chronology, track information)
Contemporary Japanese retail listings and discographic archives
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