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Prince’s first major hit — a falsetto‑funk breakthrough that launched him into the mainstream ✦ Summary I Wanna Be Your Lover was released in the United States on August 24, 1979 as a 7-inch vinyl single on Warner Bros. Records (WBS 49050), backed with My Love Is Forever. It became Prince’s first major US hit, reaching No. 11 on the Billboard Hot 100 and spending two weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart. Written after Warner Bros. requested a stronger commercial follow‑up to For You , the track delivered a sleek, falsetto‑driven funk groove that established Prince’s signature sound. The single edit runs 2:57, while the album version extends into a synth‑keyboard jam featuring Polymoog, Oberheim, and Minimoog textures — all performed by Prince. The song was inspired by Prince’s crush on Patrice Rushen. Promoted through appearances on *The Midnight Special* and *American Bandstand*, the latter produced one of Prince’s most famously awkward interviews. The single also marked Prince’s UK debut, where it reached No. 41. ✦ Highlights • Released August 24, 1979 in the US on Warner Bros. Records • Prince’s first major US hit single • No. 11 on Billboard Hot 100; No. 1 on Billboard Hot Soul Singles • UK debut single, reaching No. 41 • Inspired by Prince’s crush on Patrice Rushen • Two music videos: one solo performance; one withdrawn band version • Album version features extended synth jam ✦ Track Details 7-inch Single — US (WBS 49050) A: I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) — 2:57 B: My Love Is Forever — 4:08 7-inch Single — UK A: I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) — 2:57 B: Just As Long As We’re Together (Edit) — 3:25 7-inch Single — Germany A: I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) — 2:57 B: Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad? — 3:49 12-inch Single — UK A: I Wanna Be Your Lover — 5:47 B: Just As Long As We’re Together — 6:24 12-inch Promo A: I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) — 2:57 B: I Wanna Be Your Lover — 5:57 Label: Warner Bros. Records Written, produced, arranged, composed, and performed by Prince Published by Ecnirp Music Inc. (BMI) ✦ Chart Performance United States: No. 11 — Billboard Hot 100 United States: No. 1 — Billboard Hot Soul Singles United States: No. 2 — Dance Club Songs United Kingdom: No. 41 New Zealand: No. 3 ✦ Discography Early Warner Bros. Era Singles: Soft And Wet — Single: 1978 Just As Long As We’re Together — Single: 1978 I Wanna Be Your Lover — Single: Aug. 1979 Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad? — Single: 1980 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline Apr. 1978 — *For You* released Aug. 24, 1979 — I Wanna Be Your Lover released Jan. 1980 — Peaks at No. 11 on Billboard Hot 100 1980 — *Dirty Mind* sessions begin ✦ Glam Flashback I Wanna Be Your Lover is the moment Prince truly arrived — a shimmering falsetto confession wrapped in Minneapolis funk and youthful swagger. Its chart success opened the door for everything that followed, from *Dirty Mind* to global superstardom. The withdrawn second video, the infamous Dick Clark interview, and the extended synth workout on the album version all add to the single’s mythology. A foundational gem in the Prince story. ✦ Sources Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, Billboard Chart History, Official Charts Company, YouTube

The first Paisley Park‑label single and a kaleidoscopic companion to Around The World In A Day — SUMMARY “Paisley Park” was released on May 24 1985 as the second single from Around The World In A Day, though in the UK, Europe, and Australia it functioned as the lead single from the album. It arrived five weeks after the album’s release — on the very same day Prince recorded “Hello” in the studio. The single was the first ever release on the Paisley Park label in the territories where it appeared, marking a symbolic moment in Prince’s transition toward greater creative autonomy. Its B‑side, “She’s Always In My Hair,” was a non‑album track that quickly became a fan favourite. The 12" edition included a 6:53 remix of “Paisley Park,” later remastered in Dolby Atmos and reissued digitally in 2025 to coincide with the announcement of the Around The World In A Day (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition). The single reached No. 18 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart and charted modestly across Europe and Australia. In the United States, “Raspberry Beret” was released instead, also backed with “She’s Always In My Hair.” — HIGHLIGHTS Released May 24, 1985 (UK/Europe/Australia) First single on the Paisley Park label in these territories B‑side: “She’s Always In My Hair” (non‑album track) Includes a 6:53 remix on 12" editions Remix remastered in Dolby Atmos and reissued digitally in 2025 UK peak: No. 18 Released concurrently with “Raspberry Beret” in the US Multiple international variants, including shaped picture discs and mispressings — TRACKLISTING 7" Singles UK/EI: W9052 DE: 929 052‑7 IT: 92 9052‑7 ZF: WBS 473 AU: MX210387‑8 NZ: 7‑29052 / CCA 3324S A. Paisley Park – 4:41 B. She’s Always In My Hair – 3:27 7" Shaped Picture Disc — UK: W9052P A. Paisley Park – 4:41 B. She’s Always In My Hair – 3:27 12" Singles UK: W9052T DE: 920 356‑0 SP: MS 92 0356‑0 A1. Paisley Park – 4:41 A2. She’s Always In My Hair – 3:27 B. Paisley Park (Remix) – 6:53 12" Mispressed — UK: W9052T A1. Paisley Park – 4:41 A2. She’s Always In My Hair – 3:27 B1. She’s Always In My Hair – 3:27 B2. Paisley Park (Remix) – 6:53 7" Promos JP: PS‑1028 / DE: 929 052‑7 / SP/IT: 92 9052‑7 A. Paisley Park – 4:41 B. She’s Always In My Hair – 3:27 UK: PRO 667 / FR: PRO 286 A. Paisley Park – 4:41 B. Paisley Park – 4:41 12" Promo — SP: MS 92 0356‑0 A1. Paisley Park – 4:41 A2. She’s Always In My Hair – 3:27 B. Paisley Park (Remix) – 6:53 Digital (2025 Remaster) Paisley Park (Remix) — 2025 Remaster – 7:02 — CHART PERFORMANCE Europe Belgium (Flanders): #40 (1 week) Ireland: #11 (7 weeks) Netherlands (Tipparade): #5 (5 weeks) UK Gallup Singles Chart: #18 (10 weeks) Pacific Australia: #42 (5 weeks) — SOURCES Warner Bros. / Paisley Park Records release documentation Official UK Charts Company ARIA, IRMA, Ultratop, Dutch chart archives Discogs catalogue references Prince Vault ⭐ ALT TEXT (SEO) “Cover art for Prince and the Revolution’s 1985 single ‘Paisley Park’, featuring psychedelic paisley patterns with stylised green and orange lettering.” If you want, I can now prepare: Raspberry Beret — US Single: 1985 Pop Life — US Single: 1985 A full Around The World In A Day singles timeline Just tell me where you want to go next.Paisley Park was the second single to be released from Prince’s eighth album Around The World In A Day, the second album to be credited to Prince and the Revolution, although it was the first single in all territories in which it was released (the UK, Europe and Australia), on the same day that Prince recorded Hello in the studio. It was the first single to be released on Paisley Park label in the territories in which it was released. The single was released five weeks after the album’s release. The single included a non-album track b-side, She’s Always In My Hair as well as a remix of Paisley Park. Raspberry Beret was released concurrently in the USA (with She’s Always In My Hair as the b-side). The single reached number 18 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart. Paisley Park (Remix) was remastered and mixed in Dolby Atmos in 2025 and received a digital release on 11 September 2025, with the announcement of the Around The World In A Day (40th Anniversary Deluxe Edition) release. released 24 May 1985 (Europe) Track listing 7" A. Paisley Park (4:41) B. She’s Always In My Hair (3:27) Cat #: UK/EI: W9052 DE: 929 052-7 IT: 92 9052-7 ZF: WBS 473 AU: MX210387-8 NZ: 7-29052 / CCA 3324S 7" Shaped Picture Disc A. Paisley Park (4:41) B. She’s Always In My Hair (3:27) Cat #: UK : W9052P A1. Paisley Park (4:41) A2. She’s Always In My Hair (3:27) B. Paisley Park (Remix) (6:53) 12" Cat #: UK: W9052T DE: 920 356-0 SP: MS 92 0356-0 12" Mispressed A1. Paisley Park (4:41) A2. She’s Always In My Hair (3:27) B1. She’s Always In My Hair (3:27) B2. Paisley Park (Remix) (6:53) Cat #: UK: W9052T 7" Promo (JP: PS-1028, DE: 929 052-7, SP/IT: 92 9052-7) A. Paisley Park (4:41) B. She’s Always In My Hair (3:27) (UK: PRO 667, FR: PRO 286) A. Paisley Park (4:41) B. Paisley Park (4:41) 12" Promo (SP: MS 92 0356-0) A1. Paisley Park (4:41) A2. She’s Always In My Hair (3:27) B. Paisley Park (Remix) (6:53) Digital (Remastered in 2025) 1. Paisley Park (Remix) - 2025 Remaster (7:02) Charts Europe Country: Chart Entry Date Peak Position Weeks in Chart Belgium: Ultratop Flanders 25 May 1985 40 1 Ireland: IRMA Singles Chart 23 May 1985 11 7 The Netherlands: Dutch Top 40 (Tipparade) 18 May 1985 5 5 UK: Gallup Singles Chart 25 May 1985 18 10 Pacific Country: Chart Entry Date Peak Position Weeks in Chart Australia: ARIA Top 50 Singles 28 Jun. 1985 42 5

A rare promotional‑only CD from 1994 featuring Nona Gaye and the Love Symbol, showcasing three mixes of the single “Love Sign” from the NPG era. 📝 Summary This promotional CD for “Love Sign” represents a fascinating slice of Prince’s mid‑’90s output, released through NPG Records during a period of intense creativity and experimentation. The disc credits the track to Nona Gaye and the Love Symbol, reflecting Prince’s evolving identity and his collaborative approach during the era. The CD includes three versions of the song — the Radio Edit, the 1‑800 New Funk Version, and the Storyboard Video Mix — each tied to the broader 1-800 New Funk project and Prince’s push toward independent distribution. Marked “Strictly Not For Sale! For Promotion Only!”, the disc was intended for industry circulation rather than retail, making it a collectible item today. Production is credited to Prince and Ricky P, with publishing handled by Controversy Music/NMG Music. The disc also carries rights‑management markings such as GEMA and catalogue identifiers, reinforcing its status as an official but limited‑run promotional release. "Love Sign" is the third track on the album 1-800 New Funk, a compilation featuring mostly unreleased music primarily written and produced by Prince, but recorded by other Paisley Park Records artists. The track is credited to Nona Gaye and Prince. Six weeks before the album's release, "Love Sign" was issued as a promotional single in the USA and Germany; however, Warner Bros. blocked its retail release. In 1998, Shock G.’s Silky Remix, one of the remixes intended for the single, was included as the fifth track on the first disc of Prince’s 20th album, Crystal Ball. Although specific recording dates are not documented, it is believed that the basic tracking took place in early 1994 at Paisley Park Studios in Chanhassen, Minnesota, and the Record Plant in Los Angeles, California. Remixes were completed in the spring of 1994. The song includes repeated vocal samples of "Time is passing, passing is time" from Ninety-9’s track "Stained Glass," which also involved Prince. It is unclear whether this sample was added during the initial recording or at a later stage. ⭐ Key Highlights Promotional‑only CD for “Love Sign” (1994) Artists credited: Nona Gaye & the Love Symbol Three tracks included: Radio Edit 1‑800 New Funk Version Storyboard Video Mix Released by NPG Records and EDE/N2 Records Marked “Strictly Not For Sale! For Promotion Only!” Produced by Prince and Ricky P Publishing: Controversy Music / NMG Music (ASCAP) Love Sign (Radio Edit) 3:24 Love Sign (The 1-800 New Funk Version) 4:33 Love Sign (The Storyboard Video Mix) 5:36 Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia and BBC Official Charts Company

Prince’s soulful, organic late‑period masterpiece finally arrives on vinyl — a decade after its digital debut and months after its cult status solidified ✦ — SUMMARY HitnRun Phase Two received its first‑ever vinyl release on 30 January 2026, completing the long‑awaited physical rollout of Prince’s final studio era. Originally released exclusively on Tidal on 12 December 2015, the album served as a companion to HitnRun Phase One but quickly distinguished itself with a warmer, more organic sound. Prince confirmed a physical CD edition via Twitter, distributed initially at Paisley Park shows during the Australian and New Zealand leg of the Piano & a Microphone Tour in early 2016. A worldwide CD release followed on 6 May 2016 through Universal Music Group, just over two weeks after Prince’s passing. The album features a large brass section, engineering contributions from Booker T. Jones, and a return to classic Prince textures — funk, soul, horns, and live instrumentation. Baltimore, written in response to the death of Freddie Gray, anchors the album’s emotional core. HitnRun Phase Two was widely regarded as a creative resurgence, earning stronger reviews than its predecessor and becoming one of Prince’s most celebrated late‑career releases. ✦ — HIGHLIGHTS • First‑ever vinyl release: 30 January 2026 • Originally released on Tidal: 12 December 2015 • CD debut at Paisley Park shows: January 2016 • Worldwide CD release: 6 May 2016 • More organic, soulful sound than Phase One • Features NPG Hornz and Booker T. Jones • Includes Baltimore, written in response to Freddie Gray’s death • Metacritic score: 63 (generally positive reviews) ✦ — CRITICAL RECEPTION HitnRun Phase Two received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its warmth, groove and return to classic Prince sensibilities. • Rolling Stone called it Prince’s “most consistently engaging album in years,” blending echoes of his past with a modern sheen. • Paste described the album as “undulating, fizzy, and almost light‑headed,” celebrating its euphoric funk. • NME highlighted Prince’s reconnection with his “funkiest essentials.” • The Independent hailed it as his best record in “a decade or two.” • AllMusic praised its “streamlined, subdued soul” and strong grooves. • musicOMH and Pitchfork were more critical, citing inconsistency and a craftsman‑like approach. Overall, the album was seen as a confident, soulful late‑career statement. ✦ — COMMERCIAL PERFORMANCE • Debuted at No. 23 on the US Top R&B Albums chart • Re‑entered at No. 13 following Prince’s passing • Peaked at No. 3 on 21 May 2016 • Peaked at No. 5 on the Top R&B/Hip‑Hop Albums chart • Peaked at No. 40 on the Billboard 200 • Total US sales as of November 2016: 57,000 copies ✦ — TRACKLISTING & CREDITS All tracks written by Prince. Side A Baltimore • String & Horn Arrangement: Michael Nelson • Vocals: Eryn Allen Kane Rocknroll Loveaffair • Horn Arranging: Adrian Crutchfield 2 Y. 2 D. • String & Horn Arrangement: Michael Nelson Side B Look At Me, Look At U • Flute & Horn Arranging: Marcus Anderson • Keyboards: Xavier Taplin Stare • Horn Arranging: Lynn Grisset, Marcus Anderson Xtraloveable • String & Horn Arrangement: Michael Nelson Side C Groovy Potential • String & Horn Arrangement: Michael Nelson • Flute: Adrian Crutchfield When She Comes • String & Horn Arrangement: Michael Nelson Screwdriver Side D Black Muse • String & Horn Arrangement: Michael Nelson Revelation • Keyboards: Xavier Taplin • Soprano Saxophone: Marcus Anderson Big City • Horn Arranging: Philip Lassiter • Vocals: Ledisi ✦ — NOTES • Baltimore was first released on SoundCloud in May 2015, later re‑issued with horn and orchestral overdubs. • Rocknroll Loveaffair was originally released in 2012; this version includes new horn overdubs. • Stare debuted as a Spotify exclusive in September 2015. • Xtraloveable originated as an early Vanity 6 track (1982), later re‑recorded multiple times; this version is the “Extralovable Reloaded” mix with added horns. • Groovy Potential was first released via 3rdeyetunes.com in 2013. • Screwdriver was released as a standalone single in February 2013. • The album was originally sequenced as a continuation of Phase One, with Baltimore as track 12 ✦ — SOURCES Album release documentation Label archives Wikipedia Discogs Collector and marketplace references

The first official posthumous Prince anthology, spanning 15 years of genius and unveiling a vault treasure ✦ Summary 4Ever was released in the United States on November 22, 2016 (Europe on November 25) as the first official posthumous Prince compilation, issued jointly by Warner Bros. Records and NPG Records. Curated in the months following Prince’s passing, the 40‑track collection spans 1978–1993 and includes the long‑sought vault recording Moonbeam Levels (1982), marking its first official release. Available as a 4×LP box set and a 2×CD edition, the compilation features newly remastered audio by Bernie Grundman, exclusive Herb Ritts photography, and liner notes by President Barack Obama. 4Ever reached No. 35 on the US Billboard 200 and No. 21 on the UK Albums Chart, serving as a definitive celebration of Prince’s early career and a poignant introduction for new listeners. ✦ Highlights • Released Nov. 22 (US) / Nov. 25 (EU), 2016 • First official posthumous Prince compilation • 40 tracks spanning 1978–1993 • Includes previously unreleased Moonbeam Levels (1982) • Formats: 4×LP box set with art prints; 2×CD digifile/jewel case • Liner notes by President Barack Obama • Remastered by Bernie Grundman • Charted at No. 35 (US) and No. 21 (UK) ✦ Track Details 4×LP Box Set (558509‑1) Side A 1999 (Edit) — 3:39 Little Red Corvette (Edit) — 3:09 When Doves Cry (Edit) — 3:48 Let’s Go Crazy (Edit) — 3:50 Raspberry Beret — 3:35 I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) — 3:00 Side B Soft And Wet (Edit) — 3:05 Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad? — 3:51 Uptown (Edit) — 4:11 When You Were Mine — 3:46 Head — 4:46 Side C Gotta Stop (Messin’ About) — 2:57 Controversy (Edit) — 3:38 Let’s Work (Edit) — 3:02 Delirious (Edit) — 2:41 I Would Die 4 U (Edit) — 2:59 Side D Take Me With U (Edit) — 3:44 Paisley Park — 4:44 Pop Life — 3:45 Purple Rain — 8:41 Side E Kiss — 3:46 Sign “O” The Times (Edit) — 3:44 Alphabet St. (Edit) — 2:25 Batdance (Edit) — 4:07 Thieves In The Temple — 3:21 Side F Cream — 4:13 Mountains — 3:58 Girls & Boys (Edit) — 3:28 If I Was Your Girlfriend (Edit) — 3:46 U Got The Look — 3:48 Side G I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (Edit/Fade) — 3:41 Glam Slam (Edit) — 3:31 Moonbeam Levels — 4:06 Diamonds And Pearls (Edit) — 4:20 Gett Off (UK Single Remix) — 4:00 Side H Sexy MF — 5:26 My Name Is Prince — 4:04 7 (Album Edit) — 4:23 Peach — 3:48 Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) — 4:19 2×CD (9362‑49146‑0 / 558509‑2) Disc 1 1999 (Edit) — 3:39 Little Red Corvette (Edit) — 3:09 When Doves Cry (Edit) — 3:48 Let’s Go Crazy (Edit) — 3:50 Raspberry Beret — 3:35 I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) — 3:00 Soft And Wet (Edit) — 3:05 Why You Wanna Treat Me So Bad? — 3:51 Uptown (Edit) — 4:11 When You Were Mine — 3:46 Head — 4:46 Gotta Stop (Messin’ About) — 2:57 Controversy (Edit) — 3:38 Let’s Work (Edit) — 3:02 Delirious (Edit) — 2:41 I Would Die 4 U (Edit) — 2:59 Take Me With U (Edit) — 3:44 Paisley Park — 4:44 Pop Life — 3:45 Purple Rain — 8:41 Disc 2 Kiss — 3:46 Sign “O” The Times (Edit) — 3:44 Alphabet St. (Edit) — 2:25 Batdance (Edit) — 4:07 Thieves In The Temple — 3:21 Cream — 4:13 Mountains — 3:58 Girls & Boys (Edit) — 3:28 If I Was Your Girlfriend (Edit) — 3:46 U Got The Look — 3:48 I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (Edit/Fade) — 3:41 Glam Slam (Edit) — 3:31 Moonbeam Levels — 4:06 Diamonds And Pearls (Edit) — 4:20 Gett Off (UK Single Remix) — 4:00 Sexy MF — 5:26 My Name Is Prince — 4:04 7 (Album Edit) — 4:23 Peach — 3:48 Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) — 4:19 ✦ Reissues & Global Variants 4×LP Box Set 558509‑1 — US/Europe/Canada (2016–2017) 2×CD Editions 9362‑49146‑0 — Europe (digifile) 9362‑49140‑7 — Europe/Australia (jewel case) 558509‑2 — US 9362491460 — Taiwan/Argentina/Australia/South Africa/Chile/Brazil WPCR‑17586/7 — Japan/South Korea 2‑558509 — Canada Multiple represses across Europe and Brazil ✦ Chart Performance United States: No. 35 — Billboard 200 United Kingdom: No. 21 ✦ Discography Sidebar Posthumous Releases: 4Ever — Compilation: 2016 Purple Rain Deluxe — Reissue: 2017 Piano & A Microphone 1983 — Album: 2018 Originals — Album: 2019 Welcome 2 America — Album: 2021 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline Apr. 2016 — Prince passes away Nov. 2016 — 4Ever released worldwide 2017 — Purple Rain Deluxe expands the archive 2018–2021 — Estate begins structured vault releases ✦ Glam Flashback 4Ever arrived at a moment of collective mourning, offering a lovingly curated journey through Prince’s first 15 years — from the Minneapolis sound’s birth to the height of his global stardom. The inclusion of Moonbeam Levels, long whispered about among fans, made the set essential, while Herb Ritts’ photography and President Obama’s tribute elevated it into a cultural document. As both a memorial and a celebration, 4Ever stands as one of the most emotionally resonant releases in the Prince catalogue. ✦ Sources Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History, YouTube Reissues & Global Variants

Third Single from Lovesexy with Camille B-Side On October 24, 1988, Prince released the 7" single I Wish U Heaven b/w Scarlet Pussy (credited to his alter ego Camille) in the United Kingdom through Paisley Park/Warner Bros. Records. As the third and final single from his album Lovesexy, this release juxtaposed a spiritual ballad with a provocative funk track, encapsulating Prince's dual themes of love and sensuality during his post-Sign o' the Times era. Issued in a standard picture sleeve and a limited poster bag variant, it targeted UK radio and fans amid the Lovesexy Tour. Below, explore the background, significance, and details of this UK 7" single. The Lovesexy Album Era Lovesexy, released on May 10, 1988, was Prince's 10th studio album, recorded in seven weeks at Paisley Park Studios after scrapping the infamous Black Album. A response to his spiritual awakening, it blended funk, pop, gospel, and R&B across 16 tracks, emphasizing love, redemption, and sensuality with the album peaking at #11 on the Billboard 200 and #1 in several European countries. It sold over 500,000 copies worldwide but faced backlash for its overt positivity after the darker Sign o' the Times (1987). The Lovesexy Tour (1988–1989) was a theatrical spectacle, with this single tying into its spiritual-funky vibe. The Song I Wish U Heaven Written and produced by Prince, I Wish U Heaven is an uplifting gospel-funk ballad (4:25 album version) from Lovesexy, with minimal lyrics affirming love and heaven ("I wish u heaven / I wish u love"). Recorded in 1987–1988, it features Prince on vocals, keyboards, and guitar, with Boni Boyer on keyboards and Sheila E. on percussion. The single edit (4:02) tightened the fade-out for radio. Lyrically, it reflects Prince's post-Black Album redemption, quoting "Housequake" from Sign o' the Times in extended mixes. The B-Side Scarlet Pussy by Camille Scarlet Pussy, credited Camille (using pitch-shifted vocals), is a raunchy funk track (4:10 edit) originally recorded in 1986 for the unreleased Camille album. With playful, explicit lyrics about seduction ("Do you know what my pussy's doin'? / It's goin' meow!"), it features sped-up Camille vocals over funky bass and synths. Intended for Sheila E. initially, it was shelved until this B-side, embodying Prince's cheeky sensuality. The full 6:09 version appeared on 12" formats. Chart Performance: UK: #39 on UK Singles Chart (peaked December 1988, 5 weeks). US: #12 on Dance Club Songs; no Hot 100 entry. Modest success, following Alphabet St. (#8 UK) and Glam Slam (#24 UK); Scarlet Pussy's explicitness limited radio play. Cultural Context October 1988 aligned with the Lovesexy Tour's European leg, amid UK charts dominated by U2's Rattle and Hum and Rick Astley's Whenever You Need Somebody. Prince's release contrasted the era's synth-pop with its gospel-funk duality, reflecting his spiritual pivot post-Black Album cancellation. The UK 7" Single Release Formats 7" Vinyl Single UK (Standard Picture Sleeve) Label: Paisley Park – W 7745, Warner Bros. – 927 745-7 Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single Country: UK Details: Black vinyl in a picture sleeve with artwork part from the singles video. Paisley Park label on A-side, black Warner Bros. on B-side; includes "From the LP 'Lovesexy' WX164" text. Pressed in the UK (Damont or Orlake variants). Track Listing: A: I Wish U Heaven (Edit) – 4:02 B: Scarlet Pussy (by Camille) – 4:10). 7" Vinyl Single UK (Poster Bag Variant) Label: Paisley Park – W 7745, Warner Bros. – 927 745-7 Format: Vinyl, 7", 45 RPM, Single, Poster Bag Country: UK Details: Black vinyl in a wrap round poster bag pressing Track Listing: Side A: I Wish U Heaven (Edit) – 4:02 Side B: Scarlet Pussy (by Camille) – 4:10). 12" Maxi-Single  UK (Standard Picture Sleeve) Label: Paisley Park – W7745T, Paisley Park – 921 074-0, Paisley Park – W 7745 (T) Format: Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo Track Listing: A Prince– I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) - 10:15 Producer – Prince Remix [Remix Engineer], Engineer [Remix Engineer] – Femi Jiya Remix [Remixed By] – Femi Jiya B Camille– Scarlet Pussy - 6:11 12" Maxi-Single UK (Picture Sleeve with Poster) Label: Paisley Park – W7745TW, Paisley Park – 921 085-0, Paisley Park – W 7745 (T) Format: Vinyl, 12", 45 RPM, Single, Stereo, Collectors' Edition With Free Poster A Prince– I Wish U Heaven (Part 1, 2 & 3) - 10:15 Engineer [Remix Engineer] – Femi Jiya Producer – Prince Remix [Remixed By] – Femi Jiya Written-By – Prince B Camille – Scarlet Pussy 6:11 CD Single EU Label: Paisley Park – W7745CD, Paisley Park – 921 074-2 Format: CD, Mini, Single Country: UK & Europe 1 Prince– I Wish U Heaven (Part 1 · 2 · 3) - 10:15 Remix [Remixed By], Engineer [Remix Engineer] – Femi Jiya Written-By, Producer – Prince 2 Camille – Scarlet Pussy - 6:11 CD Single JAP Label: Paisley Park – 10P3-6052 Format: CD, Mini, Single Country: Japan Released: 25 Oct 1988 1 Prince– I Wish U Heaven - 2:46 2 Camille – Scarlet Pussy - 4:19 Phonographic Copyright ℗ – WEA International Inc. Licensed From – Warner Bros. Records (Japan) Inc. Made By – Warner-Pioneer Corporation ℗ 1988 WEA International Inc. CD comes in the usual japanese mini-cd packaging of that time, a double sized case. The lower portion of the case can be snapped off to make a small 3" case ("snap-pack"). Cultural and Musical Significance Musical Innovation I Wish U Heaven embodied Lovesexy's spiritual funk, with gospel chants and synths—extended mixes incorporating Take This Beat outtake for a 10-minute suite. Scarlet Pussy revived Camille's androgynous funk from the scrapped 1987 album, using explicit cat/dog metaphors for sensuality, contrasting the A-side's purity. Prince’s UK Presence The single reinforced Prince's UK fanbase post-Sign o' the Times tour, peaking at #39 amid Lovesexy's #1 album status. Scarlet Pussy's raunchiness sparked controversy, limiting airplay but boosting underground appeal. Broader Context of October 24, 1988 UK charts featured Enya's Orinoco Flow (#1) and Intermediate Unbelievable; Prince's release bridged his spiritual pivot with funky edge, prefiguring 90s reinventions. Collectibility and Modern Availability Collectibility: The poster bag 7" and Poster 12" are prized items Streaming and Reissues: I Wish U Heaven on Spotify/Apple Music via Lovesexy (remastered 2018); Scarlet Pussy on The Hits/The B-Sides (1993). Full mixes on fan rips. Physical Media: Scarce UK pressings on Discogs; 2025 Prince Estate vaults may yield unreleased Camille material. Additional Notes Camille Legacy: Scarlet Pussy is the only official Camille release post-1987 shelving; its explicitness ties to Black Album sensuality. Fan Reception: Prince.org lauds the A/B contrast; 2023 Reddit calls it "peak duality." October 24, 1988, Context: Coincided with Lovesexy Tour prep, emphasizing spiritual themes. Legacy The I Wish U Heaven 7" single of October 24, 1988, encapsulates Prince's Lovesexy ethos—heavenly hope meets playful vice via Camille's Scarlet Pussy. A footnote in charts, it's a fan staple for its contrasts. Collectors seek the poster; streams evoke 1988's magic. Dive deeper at princevault.com.

Prince fuses pop, funk, samples and chaos into a chart‑topping Batman anthem — SUMMARY “Batdance” was released on June 6, 1989 in the US as the lead single from Prince’s Batman soundtrack, created for Tim Burton’s blockbuster film. The track is a frenetic collage of samples, character voices, guitar riffs, and electronic grooves — a sonic patchwork reflecting the duality of Batman and the Joker. The B‑side, “200 Balloons,” was previously unreleased and did not appear on the album, though elements of it were repurposed into “Batdance.” The single was issued worldwide two weeks before the soundtrack and quickly became a major commercial success. “Batdance” became Prince’s fourth US No. 1 single on the Billboard Hot 100, also topping the Hot Black Singles and Dance Club Play charts. On 11 August 1989, it was certified platinum by the RIAA for shipping one million units in the United States. — HIGHLIGHTS Lead single from the Batman soundtrack Released 6 June 1989 (US) B‑side “200 Balloons” was previously unreleased Prince’s fourth US No. 1 single Topped the Billboard Hot 100, Black Singles, and Dance Club Play charts Certified platinum by the RIAA on 11 August 1989 Built from samples, film dialogue, and reworked elements of “200 Balloons” One of Prince’s most experimental and unconventional hit singles — TRACKLISTING 7" Single — US: 7‑22924 A. Batdance (Edit) – 4:06 B. 200 Balloons – 5:05 12" Single — US: 0‑21257 A. Batdance (The Batmix) – 7:15 B1. Batdance (Vicky Vale Mix) – 5:55 B2. 200 Balloons – 5:05 Cassette Single A. Batdance (Edit) (4:06) B. 200 Balloons (5:05) Cat #: US/AU: 4-22924 Cassette Maxi A. Batdance (The Batmix) (7:15) B1. Batdance (Vicky Vale Mix) (5:55) B2. 200 Balloons (5:05) Cat #: US: 4-21257 A1. Batdance (The Batmix) (7:15) A2. Batdance (The Batmix Radio Edit) (4:09) B1. Batdance (Vicky Vale Mix) (5:55) B2. Batdance (Vicky Vale Mix Radio Edit) (4:13 (US: PRO-A-3702) — CHART PERFORMANCE United States Billboard Hot 100: #1 Billboard Hot Black Singles: #1 Billboard Dance Club Play: #1 Weeks on chart: Hot 100: 18 weeks Black Singles: 15 weeks Dance Club Play: 9 weeks Certifications: RIAA Platinum (1 million units shipped) — 11 Aug 1989 — SOURCES Warner Bros. Records single release documentation Billboard chart archives Prince discography references and trade publications

A stripped‑back Lovesexy groove that became Prince’s first CD‑era single — SUMMARY "Alphabet St." was launched as the lead single from Prince's tenth album, Lovesexy, debuting three weeks ahead of the album in the US and four weeks prior in the UK. Released globally, the single came in a clear sleeve adorned with a stylized sticker instead of conventional artwork—a design strategy also used for the subsequent single "Glam Slam." The release holds historical significance as the first Prince-related single to be available in a CD format upon its release. From then on, almost every Prince single was issued on CD until 2007’s “F.U.N.K.” For the first time on a Prince single, the B-side wasn't a separate track but rather an extension of the A-side. The A-side featured an edited version of the album track, while the B-side, titled "Alphabet St. (Cont.)," completed the full song. All formats were released in a simple, clear sleeve or case with a sticker. The single achieved significant global success, reaching No. 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and No. 3 on the Billboard Black Singles chart. It also topped the charts in Norway and New Zealand and secured multiple top-10 positions throughout Europe. — HIGHLIGHTS Lead single from Lovesexy Released April 1988 (US/CA), April 1988 (UK), worldwide First Prince single ever released on CD at the time of issue B‑side is a continuation of the A‑side — a first for Prince Reached No. 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100 Reached No. 3 on the Billboard Black Singles chart Hit No. 1 in Norway and New Zealand Strong European performance: top‑5 in Ireland, Netherlands, Sweden, Switzerland Issued in multiple formats: 7", 12", cassette single, cassette maxi, CD, promos Includes the extended mix “This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip” on 12" and CD formats — TRACKLISTING 7" Singles — Worldwide A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. Alphabet St. (Cont.) – 3:14 Cat #: (release date) US/CA: 7‑27900  (April 23, 1988) EC: 45‑80141 UK: W7900 (April, 15 1988) FR/DE: 927 900‑7 ZA: WBS 537 JP: P‑2398 AU: MX300909‑10 Territory‑Specific 7" Variants Italy — PROMO 319 A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. Divine Emotion (Narada Michael Walden) Argentina — DFW118 A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. I Don’t Want To Live Without Your Love (Chicago) 12" Singles — Worldwide A. Alphabet St. (Album Version) – 5:40 B. Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 Cat #: US: 0‑20930 (April 23, 1988) CA: 0‑20930 UK: W7900T DE: 920 930‑0 AU: MX300911‑2 Cassette Single A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. Alphabet St. (Cont.) – 3:14 Cat #: US: 4‑27900 Cassette Maxi A1. Alphabet St. (Album Version) – 5:40 A2. Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 B1. Alphabet St. (Album Version) – 5:40 B2. Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 Cat #: US: 4‑20930 / UK: W7900C CD Single (1988) Alphabet St. (Album Version) – 5:40 Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 Cat #: UK: W7900CD / DE: 920 930‑2 / JP: 10SW‑35 CD Promo — US: PRO‑CD‑3079 Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 Alphabet St. (LP Version) – 5:40 Alphabet St. (Extended Version) – 5:40 Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 Back‑To‑Back Reissues (1989) 7" — US: 7‑21858 A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (Fade) – 3:39 Cassette — US: 4‑21858 A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (Fade) – 3:39 — CHART PERFORMANCE United States Billboard Hot 100: #8 Billboard Hot Black Singles: #3 Billboard Dance Club Play: #22 Europe Belgium (Flanders): #9 France: #47 Germany (Singles): #18 Ireland: #3 Netherlands (Mega Top 50): #3 Netherlands (Top 40): #5 Norway: #1 Sweden: #5 Switzerland: #5 UK: #9 Pacific Australia: #26 New Zealand: #1 — SOURCES Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Records release documentation Billboard, ARIA, IRMA, Official UK Charts Company archives The Vault: The Definitive Guide to the Musical World of Prince Contemporary chart publications and trade reviews

Prince confronts post‑9/11 prejudice with a bold funk protest wrapped in falsetto, controversy, and courage ✦ SUMMARY Released as the second single from Musicology, Cinnamon Girl arrived in late 2004 as one of Prince’s most politically charged works of the 2000s. The single was issued in multiple formats across the US, UK, and Europe beginning September 28 (US) and November 8, 2004 (UK/EU). The primary CD single featured four tracks: the album version of Cinnamon Girl, a live performance of Dear Mr. Man from Webster Hall, the previously download‑only United States of Division, and an MPEG video of the Dear Mr. Man performance. A second CD single followed two weeks later without the video. Prince’s NPG Music Club later offered an Enhanced CD containing the audio track, the Cinnamon Girl music video, full lyrics, and a five‑minute behind‑the‑scenes featurette. Cinnamon Girl’s anti‑war message, Middle Eastern‑inflected funk, and falsetto vocal delivery positioned it as a pointed commentary on the climate of fear and racial profiling in post‑9/11 America. The single peaked at No. 43 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart and was issued in enhanced CD, promo CD, CD‑R, 12-inch promo vinyl, and VHS formats. ✦ HIGHLIGHTS • Second single from Musicology • Released September 28, 2004 (US) and November 8, 2004 (UK/EU) • Multiple formats including Enhanced CD, promo CD, CD‑R, 12-inch promo vinyl, and VHS • Features Dear Mr. Man (Live at Webster Hall) and United States of Division • Enhanced CD includes video, lyrics, and behind‑the‑scenes footage • Peaked at No. 43 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart • One of Prince’s most overt political statements of the 2000s ✦ TRACK DETAILS Primary CD Single (UK/EU, COL 675142 2) Cinnamon Girl — 3:56 Dear Mr. Man (Live at Webster Hall) — 4:14 United States of Division — 6:18 Dear Mr. Man (Live at Webster Hall) — 4:14 (Video) Promo CD (SAMPCS 14203 1) Cinnamon Girl (Album Version) — 3:56 Promo CD‑R (UK) Cinnamon Girl — 3:56 (1‑track promo) 12-inch Promo Vinyl (XPR 3781) A. Cinnamon Girl (Album Version) — 3:56 B. Musicology (Album Version) — 4:26 VHS Promo (Betacam-SP, PAL, 3 Nov 2004) Cinnamon Girl — 4:04 All tracks written and produced by Prince. ✦ CHART PERFORMANCE United Kingdom • UK Gallup Singles Chart: No. 43 United States • No major chart entry reported International • No additional chart activity documented ✦ SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC, Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History, and YouTube. ✦ DISCOGRAPHY Musicology Era Releases: Musicology — Album: 2004 Call My Name — Single: 2004 Cinnamon Girl — Single: Nov. 2004 Dear Mr. Man — Live Performances: 2004 United States of Division — Digital Track: 2004 ✦ PRINCE ERA MINI‑TIMELINE 2004 — Musicology released to critical acclaim 2004 — Musicology Live Tour becomes a major commercial success Sept.–Nov. 2004 — Cinnamon Girl issued in multiple formats 2005 — Continued political commentary in live performances 2010s — Cinnamon Girl re‑evaluated as a key post‑9/11 protest work ✦ GLAM FLASHBACK Cinnamon Girl stands as one of Prince’s most fearless artistic statements of the 2000s — a protest song wrapped in Minneapolis funk, delivered with falsetto sweetness but aimed squarely at the racial tensions and cultural paranoia of post‑9/11 America. The music video ignited fierce debate, drawing criticism from conservative commentators while earning praise from Arab American advocacy groups for confronting prejudice head‑on. Prince refused to explain the video, insisting that viewers interpret it for themselves. In doing so, he reaffirmed his belief that art should provoke conversation, challenge assumptions, and illuminate uncomfortable truths. Cinnamon Girl remains a testament to Prince’s willingness to speak boldly when the world needed it most. Single Overview 1: “Cinnamon Girl” (3:56, Prince) Written and produced by Prince. A funky protest song with Middle Eastern influences and lyrics about a girl caught in post-9/11 prejudice. 2: “Dear Mr. Man (Live at Webster Hall)” (4:14, Prince) Live recording from Webster Hall, New York. 3: “United States Of Division” (6:18, Prince) 4: Bonus studio track. Video: “Dear Mr. Man (Live at Webster Hall)” (4:14) Enhanced CD video track. Release Details: Label: Columbia Records (UK & Europe). Notes: ℗ & © 2004 Columbia Records. Artwork and track listing differ between North American and European versions. UK/Europe Variants: CD, Single, Enhanced (COL 675142 2): Cinnamon Girl (3:56) Dear Mr. Man (Live At Webster Hall) (4:14) United States Of Division (6:18) Video: Dear Mr. Man (Live At Webster Hall) (4:14) CD, Single, Promo (SAMPCS 14203 1): Cinnamon Girl (Album Version) (3:56) CD-R, Promo (none): Cinnamon Girl (3:56) (UK 1-track promo CD-R in clear PVC sleeve with white title insert card. Not for production.) Vinyl, 12", Promo (XPR 3781): with a 3-sheet info pack (see1st page). A. Cinnamon Girl (Album Version) (3:56) B. Musicology (Album Version) (4:26) VHS, Promo (none): (Betacam-SP, Advance, PAL, dated 3 Nov 2004.) Cinnamon Girl (4:04)

A widescreen Revolution anthem paired with a non‑album fan favourite — SUMMARY Mountains” was released on May 21 1986 as the second single from Parade, the third and final album credited to Prince and the Revolution. Arriving five weeks after the album, the single featured the non‑album B‑side “Alexa De Paris,” a guitar‑driven instrumental that became a cult favourite and later resurfaced in extended form on the European CD single of “Letitgo” in 1994. The 12" release included an expansive 9:56 extended version of “Mountains,” showcasing the full power of the Revolution’s ensemble sound — horns, harmonies, and layered percussion — making it one of the most celebrated long mixes of the era. Commercially, the single reached No. 23 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and No. 15 on the Billboard Hot Black Singles chart, with additional success on the Dance/Disco Club Play chart. — HIGHLIGHTS Second single from Parade Released 21 May 1986 (US 12") B‑side “Alexa De Paris” is a non‑album track Extended 12" version runs 9:56 Reached No. 23 on the US Billboard Hot 100 Reached No. 15 on the Billboard Hot Black Singles chart Strong club performance, reaching No. 11 on Dance/Disco Club Play Promo 12" includes both LP and extended versions — TRACKLISTING 12" Single — US: 0‑20465 A. Mountains (Extended Version) – 9:56 B. Alexa De Paris (Extended Version) – 4:54 12" Promo — US: PRO‑A‑2476 A. Mountains (LP Version) – 3:58 B. Mountains (Extended Version) – 9:56 — CHART PERFORMANCE United States Billboard Hot 100: #23 Billboard Hot Black Singles: #15 Billboard Dance/Disco Club Play: #11 Weeks on chart: Hot 100: 11 weeks Black Singles: 12 weeks Dance/Disco: 7 weeks — SOURCES Warner Bros. Records release documentation Billboard chart archives Prince discography references Parade‑era promotional materials

Prince launches his 2007 digital era with a raw, guitar‑driven anthem first sold directly to fans through 3121.com The original version of Guitar was released on February 2, 2007, as a $1.99 MP3 download exclusively through Prince’s website 3121.com, marking one of his earliest direct‑to‑fan digital singles. Arriving ahead of the Planet Earth album, the track 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, making it a unique collectible from Prince’s independent online distribution phase. ✦HIGHLIGHTS • Released February 2, 2007 as a $1.99 MP3 on 3121.com • Early digital‑exclusive single preceding Planet Earth • Features a unique mix not identical to the album version • One of Prince’s first major direct‑sale digital singles • No physical formats issued ✦TRACK DETAILS Digital Single (3121.com, 2007) Guitar — MP3 download (unique early mix) Format: MP3 digital file Label: NPG Records Country: Worldwide (via 3121.com) Released: February 2, 2007 Written, produced, and performed by Prince. CHART PERFORMANCE United States: No chart entry (website‑exclusive release) International: No chart activity documented ✦DISCOGRAPHY Planet Earth Era Releases: Guitar — Digital Single: Feb. 2007 Chelsea Rodgers — Single: 2007 The One U Wanna C — Promo Single: 2007 Planet Earth — Album: 2007 ✦PRINCE ERA MINI‑TIMELINE Feb. 2, 2007 — Guitar released on 3121.com 2007 — Planet Earth promotional campaign begins July 2007 — Planet Earth released internationally Late 2007 — Prince continues digital‑first distribution experiments ✦GLAM FLASHBACK Guitar captures Prince’s confidence and humour at a moment when he was redefining how artists could release music online. The track’s early 3121.com version became a fan favourite not only for its punchy rock‑funk energy but also for its rarity — a snapshot of Prince embracing digital independence long before the industry caught up. ✦SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, Billboard Chart History, YouTube

A seductive, soul‑funk confessional marking a pivotal moment in the Gold Experience era ✦ Summary Eye Hate U was released in the UK and Europe in September 1995 as a 12-inch and CD maxi‑single on Warner Bros./NPG Records, credited to 0(+>. As the second commercial single from The Gold Experience, it showcased Prince’s symbol‑era blend of sensuality, vulnerability, and courtroom‑drama storytelling. Co‑produced and arranged with longtime collaborator Ricky Peterson, the track appeared in multiple versions including the Extended Remix, Album Version, Quiet Night Mix (featuring Eric Leeds on saxophone), and several edits. The single peaked at No. 20 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart, remaining for three weeks, and was issued across vinyl, CD, and cassette formats with regional variations in Australia, Canada, and the US. ✦ Highlights • Released September 1995 in UK & Europe on Warner Bros./NPG Records • Second commercial single from The Gold Experience • Multiple mixes including Extended Remix, Album Version, Quiet Night Mix, and edits • Co‑production and keyboard arrangement by Ricky Peterson • Peaked at No. 20 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart (3 weeks) • Issued in 12-inch, CD maxi, CD promo, and cassette formats • US editions released under the alternate title The Hate Experience ✦ Track Details 12-inch Maxi-Single (9362 43573-0 / WO315T) A1: Eye Hate U (Extended Remix) — 6:17 B1: Eye Hate U (Album Version) — 5:58 B2: Eye Hate U (Quiet Night Mix by Eric Leeds) — 3:55 CD Maxi-Single (9362 43574-2 / WO315CD) • Eye Hate U (7" Edit w/o Guitar) — 3:50 • Eye Hate U (Album Edit) — 4:26 • Eye Hate U (Quiet Night Mix) — 3:55 • Eye Hate U (Extended Remix) — 6:17 • Eye Hate U (Album Version) — 5:58 Cassette Single (W0315C / 54391 7752-4) Side A: 7" Edit w/o Guitar / Album Version Side B: Same sequence Label: Warner Bros. / NPG Records Published by Controversy Music / WB Music Corp Producers: 0(+> and The New Power Generation Co‑Producer/Keyboards/Arrangement: Ricky Peterson Saxophone (Quiet Night Mix): Eric Leeds CD, Maxi-Single, FLP Case Warner Bros. Records – 9 43592-2, NPG Records – 2-43592 US ✦ Chart Performance United Kingdom: No. 20 (3 weeks, Gallup Singles Chart) Belgium (Flanders): No. 43 (2 weeks) Germany: No. 62 (9 weeks) Netherlands: No. 20 (3 weeks) ✦ Discography Sidebar The Gold Experience Era Singles: The Most Beautiful Girl in the World — Single: 1994 Eye Hate U — Single: Sept. 1995 Gold — Single: 1995 I Hate U (The Hate Experience) — US Maxi: 1995 The Gold Experience — Album: 1995 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline 1994 — The Most Beautiful Girl in the World becomes a global hit Sept. 1995 — Eye Hate U released as a maxi‑single 1995 — The Gold Experience reaches No. 4 in the UK 1996 — Emancipation era begins ✦ Glam Flashback Eye Hate U is one of the most emotionally charged singles of the symbol era — a slow‑burn confession wrapped in courtroom theatrics, heartbreak, and seductive funk. Its remixes, Eric Leeds’ smoky saxophone, and the striking marionette‑themed artwork made it a defining moment of The Gold Experience. A symbolic pivot in Prince’s ’90s catalogue, it remains a fan‑favourite for its raw honesty and immaculate production. ✦ Sources Prince Vault, Discogs, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History, YouTube Streams on Spotify via The Gold Experience reissues preserve the analog ache. This release is a must-have for Prince fans and ‘90s R&B collectors. Do you have Eye Hate You in your collection? Does the hate love you back? Share in the comments!