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Jazz‑funk reflections shaped at Paisley Park and beyond A sophisticated, atmospheric instrumental album blending jazz, funk, and global textures. 🟣 Summary • Released 16 February 1993 in the US, Things Left Unsaid is Eric Leeds’ second solo album, issued on Paisley Park Records. • The track “Aguadilla” includes a co‑writing credit to Prince, as it reuses musical phrases from his unreleased composition “Desire.” Prince did not participate directly in the recording. • The album blends jazz‑funk, Latin influences, and atmospheric instrumental arrangements, showcasing Leeds’ saxophone work and Gil Goldstein’s production. • Recording took place across Paisley Park Studios, Skyline Studios, and Centerfield Recording, with mixing at Skyline and mastering at Sterling Sound. • The release reflects the early‑’90s Paisley Park aesthetic: polished, cosmopolitan, and musically exploratory. 🟣 Highlights • Released 16 February 1993 (US) • Issued on Paisley Park Records • Includes “Aguadilla” with Prince co‑credit • Produced by Eric Leeds & Gil Goldstein • Jazz‑funk, instrumental, and world‑influenced sound • Recorded partly at Paisley Park Studios 🟣 Track Details CD – US (Paisley Park 9 45199‑2) Isla Mujeres — 6:04 Two Sisters — 7:24 Things Left Unsaid — 6:57 Aguadilla — 5:36 Woman In Chains — 5:44 Times Gift — 4:07 Yaoundé — 5:44 Soldiers Things — 4:30 Commuting — 5:42 🟣 All Variants (Complete List) CD Variants • US — Paisley Park 9 45199‑2 • Europe — Paisley Park / Warner Bros. 9362‑45199‑2 • Japan — Paisley Park WPCP‑5238 Cassette Variants • US Cassette — Paisley Park 9 45199‑4 / Warner Bros. 4‑45199 • US Promo Cassette — Paisley Park 4‑45199 / Warner Bros. 4‑45199 🟣 Reissues & Global Variants • No known reissues beyond original 1993 CD and cassette runs • Japanese edition includes standard tracklist • European CD issued under dual Paisley Park / Warner Bros. branding 🟣 Production and Context • Produced by Eric Leeds & Gil Goldstein • Co‑producer: Matt Pierson • Executive Producers: Alan Leeds & Matt Pierson • Recorded at Paisley Park Studios, Skyline Studios, Centerfield Recording • Mixed at Skyline Studios • Mastered by Greg Calbi at Sterling Sound • Art direction by Linda Cobb; design by Michael Diehl • Photography by Roberto Espinosa • Engineers include Blair Sherman, David Friedlander, David Schiffman, James Farber, Roy Hendrickson, Steve Durkee, Tom Tucker, Yubad Navas 🟣 Singles Released • No commercial singles released from this album 🟣 Chart Performance • No major chart entries reported 🟣 Mini Discography • Times Squared — 1991 • Things Left Unsaid — 1993 • Now & Again — 1998 🟣 Mini‑Timeline • 1992 — Recording sessions across multiple studios • 16 February 1993 — US album release • 1993 — International CD and cassette editions issued 🟣 Glam Flashback • Things Left Unsaid captures the refined, cosmopolitan side of the Paisley Park universe — a world where jazz sophistication meets Minneapolis groove. Leeds’ saxophone leads the way through warm, atmospheric compositions that feel both intimate and cinematic, offering a glimpse into the musical spaces Prince’s collaborators explored beyond the spotlight. #EricLeeds #PaisleyPark #JazzFunk #PrinceVault #NowSpinning #RecordCollectors #MinneapolisSound #ArchivePost 🟣 Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. 🟣 Sources Prince Vault Discogs Album Liner Notes

✦ The NPG Orchestra’s Erotic Ballet Suite Prince’s first and only orchestral album — a sensual, fully instrumental suite released exclusively through 1‑800‑New‑Funk ✦ Summary Released on February 14, 1997, Kamasutra is the first and only studio album by The NPG Orchestra, issued exclusively on cassette through 1‑800‑New‑Funk as a direct‑order release. The cassette featured the full album repeated on both sides, emphasizing its boutique. Limited‑edition nature. A CD edition followed a year later as part of the direct‑order version of Crystal Ball, making Kamasutra one of the most elusive and unusual entries in Prince’s catalogue. Recorded between Spring 1994 and mid‑to‑late 1995, the album is entirely instrumental, weaving together orchestral textures, jazz‑fusion elements, and recurring thematic motifs. Prince (as 0(+>) composed all eleven tracks and performed most non‑orchestral instruments, with contributions from Eric Leeds, the NPG Hornz, and full orchestral arrangements by Clare Fischer. Originally conceived as a standalone Prince release — complete with early artwork by Chad Attie — the project was later folded into the Crystal Ball set. Its title references the ancient Indian text Kama Sutra, previously name‑checked in Prince’s unreleased We Can Fuck. A ballet adaptation was planned for 1995–96 but ultimately cancelled, though the NPG Dance Company performed the entire album live in late 1997. A rare, intimate, and experimental work — and one of the deepest cuts in the Prince universe. ✦ Highlights • Released 17 February 1997 (cassette only) • First and only album by The NPG Orchestra • Entirely instrumental • Written and performed primarily by Prince (as 0(+>) • Orchestral arrangements by Clare Fischer • Cassette repeated the full album on both sides • CD edition included only with Crystal Ball direct‑order set • Ballet adaptation conceived but cancelled • Performed live by the NPG Dance Company in 1997 • No singles released ✦ Track Details CD – 1997 (Direct‑Order Edition) The Plan — 2:03 Kamasutra — 11:49 At Last… “The Lost Is Found” — 3:37 The Ever Changing Light — 2:59 Cutz — 3:03 Serotonin — 0:47 Promise/Broken — 3:46 Barcelona — 2:16 Kamasutra/Overture #8 — 3:11 Coincidence Or Fate? — 3:24 Kamasutra/Eternal Embrace — 4:02 MC – 1997 (1‑800‑New‑Funk Cassette) Side 1: Full album Side 2: Full album repeated ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • Cassette – 1‑800‑New‑Funk (1997) • CD – Included with Crystal Ball direct‑order edition (1998) • No standalone CD or vinyl release ✦ Production and Context • Recorded Spring 1994 – mid/late 1995 • Studios: Paisley Park (Prince), Ocean Way Recording (Clare Fischer’s orchestra) • Entirely instrumental suite with recurring motifs • Prince performs most instruments • Eric Leeds contributes saxophone and flute • NPG Hornz appear on key tracks • Clare Fischer provides full orchestral arrangements • Early artwork by Chad Attie was abandoned when folded into Crystal Ball • Title references the ancient Indian erotic text Kama Sutra ✦ Singles Released No singles issued. The Plan appeared in edited form on Emancipation with a note teasing the forthcoming album. ✦ Chart Performance • Not eligible for charts due to direct‑order release ✦ ALT TEXT (SEO) ✦ Discography Sidebar Kamasutra Era Releases: Kamasutra (Cassette) — 1997 Crystal Ball (Direct‑Order Set) — 1998 The Truth (Direct‑Order Bonus) — 1998 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline Spring 1994–1995 — Kamasutra recording sessions 17 Feb 1997 — Cassette released via 1‑800‑New‑Funk 1997 — NPG Dance Company performs full album live 1998 — CD edition included with Crystal Ball ✦ Glam Flashback Kamasutra is one of Prince’s most intimate and unconventional creations — a lush, orchestral meditation that reveals his fascination with ballet, romance, and cinematic composition. Conceived during a period of artistic reinvention, the album stands apart from his mainstream work, offering a rare glimpse into his instrumental imagination. Its scarcity only deepens its mystique. A hidden jewel — sensual, atmospheric, and unlike anything else in the Prince canon. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Wikipedia, Prince Vault ✦ Excerpt A rare, fully instrumental orchestral suite released only through 1‑800‑New‑Funk — Kamasutra remains one of Prince’s most elusive and intimate creations.

A fleeting 3RDEYEGIRL digital drop that vanished almost as quickly as it appeared ✦ Summary Boyfriend was first released on February 15, 2013, through Prince’s 3rdEyeGirl.com storefront during the early days of the 3RDEYEGIRL era. The track appeared briefly under the title Boyfriend before being taken down within the hour and re‑uploaded as Boyfriend Demo, making it one of the shortest‑lived digital releases of Prince’s 2010s output. Sold alongside other low‑priced digital tracks on the site, Boyfriend reflected Prince’s experimental approach to online distribution during this period, where songs appeared without warning and disappeared just as unpredictably. ✦ Highlights • Released February 15, 2013 on 3rdEyeGirl.com • Initially titled Boyfriend, then re‑uploaded as Boyfriend Demo • Available only for a brief window before removal • Part of Prince’s rapid‑fire digital drops during the 3RDEYEGIRL era • No physical formats issued ✦ Track Details Digital Single (3rdEyeGirl.com, 2013) Boyfriend / Boyfriend Demo — digital download Format: MP3 (price typically $0.88 on the storefront) Label: NPG Records Country: Worldwide (via 3rdEyeGirl.com) Released: February 15, 2013 Written, produced, and performed by Prince (credited under the 3RDEYEGIRL umbrella). ✦ Chart Performance United States: No chart entry (website‑exclusive release) International: No chart activity documented ✦ Discography Sidebar 3RDEYEGIRL Digital‑Era Drops: That Girl Thang — Digital Single: 2013 Boyfriend / Boyfriend Demo — Digital Single: Feb. 2013 Screwdriver — Digital Single: 2013 Breakfast Can Wait — Digital Single: 2013 RNR Remix 7 — Digital Single: 2013 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline Feb. 2013 — Boyfriend briefly released and retitled Boyfriend Demo 2013 — Multiple digital singles appear on 3rdEyeGirl.com 2014 — Art Official Age and PLECTRUMELECTRUM expand the era ✦ Glam Flashback Boyfriend is a perfect snapshot of Prince’s unpredictable 3RDEYEGIRL period — a time when songs appeared online without fanfare, disappeared without explanation, and left collectors scrambling to capture each fleeting moment. Its rapid removal only added to its mystique, cementing Boyfriend Demo as one of the most elusive digital curiosities of Prince’s 2010s catalogue. ✦ Sources Prince Vault, Discogs, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, YouTube

Prince’s breakthrough crossover hit — a sleek, seductive synth‑rock classic backed with the downtown pulse of All The Critics Love U In New York Release Date • February 9, 1983 (US) Formats • 7" Single • 7" Promo • 12" Promo Catalogue Numbers • US/NZ: 7‑29746 • US 12" Promo: PRO‑A‑2001 Track Variants • Little Red Corvette (Edit) — 3:08 • All The Critics Love U In New York (Edit) — 3:15 • Little Red Corvette (Dance Remix Edit) — 4:32 • Little Red Corvette (LP Version) — 4:58 • Little Red Corvette (Dance Mix) — 8:22 Chart Performance • US Billboard Hot 100: No. 6 • US Billboard Black Singles: No. 15 • UK: Re‑released later in 1983 Production • Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince ✦ PRINCE 1982–1983 MINI‑TIMELINE ✦ October 1982 Prince releases the double album 1999, introducing a darker, neon‑lit synth‑rock sound that becomes a defining moment in his career. ✦ November 1982 The single 1999 is released, establishing the album’s tone and giving Prince his first major MTV‑era visibility. ✦ January 1983 Delirious becomes a US hit, further expanding Prince’s crossover audience. ✦ February 9, 1983 Little Red Corvette is released in the US. Its seductive, slow‑burn synth‑rock style becomes one of Prince’s signature tracks. ✦ Spring 1983 Little Red Corvette climbs the Billboard charts, peaking at No. 6 — Prince’s highest US chart position to date. ✦ Late 1983 The single is re‑released in the UK following Prince’s growing international success. This period marks Prince’s transition from cult favourite to global star, setting the stage for Purple Rain. ✦ ESCAPE — LITTLE RED CORVETTE VS. 1999 AND DELIRIOUS ✦ 1999 • Apocalyptic party anthem • Dense synth layers, robotic funk • Sets the tone for the album’s neon‑dystopian world • More communal, chant‑driven energy ✦ Delirious • Rockabilly‑infused synth pop • Playful, jittery, tightly wound • Driven by a staccato keyboard hook • Prince at his most mischievous and kinetic ✦ Little Red Corvette • Slow‑burn synth‑rock seduction • Clean guitar lines over shimmering synth pads • One of Prince’s most accessible and emotionally direct singles • The moment he fully crosses into mainstream pop consciousness Together, the three singles map out the full emotional and sonic spectrum of the 1999 era — from apocalyptic celebration to jittery pop to sleek, sensual rock. ✦ SUMMARY Released in the US on February 9, 1983, Little Red Corvette was the second single from Prince’s fifth studio album 1999. Arriving three and a half months after the album, the single became one of Prince’s first major international hits and played a crucial role in establishing him as a mainstream force. The track’s blend of rock guitar, shimmering synths and slow‑burn sensuality made it instantly distinctive. Its success helped drive renewed attention to the 1999 album, prompting a UK re‑release later in 1983 following Prince’s rising profile. The B‑side, All The Critics Love U In New York (Edit), offered a contrasting, minimalist funk groove taken from the same album sessions. Multiple promotional formats were issued in the US, including a 7" promo and a 12" promo featuring extended dance mixes. Little Red Corvette became Prince’s highest‑charting single to date in the US, reaching number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 15 on the Billboard Black Singles Chart. ✦ HIGHLIGHTS • Released February 9, 1983 (US) • Second single from the album 1999 • Worldwide release, with UK re‑issue later in 1983 • US Billboard Hot 100 Peak: No. 6 • US Billboard Black Singles Peak: No. 15 • One of Prince’s earliest major crossover hits • Multiple promo formats issued in the US ✦ TRACK DETAILS 7" Single (US/NZ: 7‑29746) A. Little Red Corvette (Edit) — 3:08 B. All The Critics Love U In New York (Edit) — 3:15 7" Promo (US: 7‑29746) A. Little Red Corvette (Edit) — 3:08 B. Little Red Corvette (Dance Remix Edit) — 4:32 12" Promo (US: PRO‑A‑2001) A. Little Red Corvette (LP Version) — 4:58 B. Little Red Corvette (Dance Mix) — 8:22 All tracks produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince. ✦ CHART PERFORMANCE United States • Billboard Hot 100 Peak: No. 6 • Billboard Black Singles Peak: No. 15 ✦ DISCOSIDEBAR — LITTLE RED CORVETTE (1983) Release Date • February 9, 1983 (US) Formats • 7" Single • 7" Promo • 12" Promo Catalogue Numbers • US/NZ: 7‑29746 • US 12" Promo: PRO‑A‑2001 Track Variants • Little Red Corvette (Edit) — 3:08 • All The Critics Love U In New York (Edit) — 3:15 • Little Red Corvette (Dance Remix Edit) — 4:32 • Little Red Corvette (LP Version) — 4:58 • Little Red Corvette (Dance Mix) — 8:22 Chart Performance • US Billboard Hot 100: No. 6 • US Billboard Black Singles: No. 15 • UK: Re‑released later in 1983 Production • Produced, arranged, composed and performed by Prince ✦ PRINCE 1982–1983 MINI‑TIMELINE ✦ October 1982 Prince releases the double album 1999, introducing a darker, neon‑lit synth‑rock sound that becomes a defining moment in his career. ✦ November 1982 The single 1999 is released, establishing the album’s tone and giving Prince his first major MTV‑era visibility. ✦ January 1983 Delirious becomes a US hit, further expanding Prince’s crossover audience. ✦ February 9, 1983 Little Red Corvette is released in the US. Its seductive, slow‑burn synth‑rock style becomes one of Prince’s signature tracks. ✦ Spring 1983 Little Red Corvette climbs the Billboard charts, peaking at No. 6 — Prince’s highest US chart position to date. ✦ Late 1983 The single is re‑released in the UK following Prince’s growing international success. This period marks Prince’s transition from cult favourite to global star, setting the stage for Purple Rain. ✦ GLAM FLASHBACK — LITTLE RED CORVETTE VS. 1999 AND DELIRIOUS ✦ 1999 • Apocalyptic party anthem • Dense synth layers, robotic funk • Sets the tone for the album’s neon‑dystopian world • More communal, chant‑driven energy ✦ Delirious • Rockabilly‑infused synth pop • Playful, jittery, tightly wound • Driven by a staccato keyboard hook • Prince at his most mischievous and kinetic ✦ Little Red Corvette • Slow‑burn synth‑rock seduction • Clean guitar lines over shimmering synth pads • One of Prince’s most accessible and emotionally direct singles • The moment he fully crosses into mainstream pop consciousness Together, the three singles map out the full emotional and sonic spectrum of the 1999 era — from apocalyptic celebration to jittery pop to sleek, sensual roc ✦ SOURCES US chart archives Label release documentation Prince Vault Wikipedia Discogs Collector and marketplace references

A Rare Direct‑Order Acoustic Statement Prince’s first and only single from The Truth — issued exclusively through 1‑800‑New‑Funk as a limited, fan‑direct CD release ✦ Summary Released February 14, 1997, The Truth b/w Don’t Play Me became the first and only single from Prince’s acoustic‑driven 21st album The Truth — and his fifth album credited to 0(+>. As your notes confirm, the single was “first made available as a CD single through 1‑800‑New‑Funk” on the same day as the NPG Orchestra’s Kamasutra. Sold exclusively via the 1‑800‑New‑Funk phone service and 1800newfunk.com, the disc carried a premium price of $15.00, reflecting its boutique, direct‑to‑fan nature. Both tracks would later appear on The Truth, which had already been circulated to music critics at the time of the single’s release. Due to its extremely limited distribution and lack of retail availability, the single was not eligible for any charts, making original copies highly collectible among Prince archivists. A rare, intimate artifact from Prince’s late‑’90s independent era — and one of the most elusive singles in his catalogue. ✦ Highlights • Released 14 February 1997 (USA) • First and only single from The Truth • Direct‑order exclusive via 1‑800‑New‑Funk and 1800newfunk.com • Sold for $15.00 • Released the same day as Kamasutra • Not eligible for charts due to limited distribution • No catalogue number assigned ✦ Track Details CD Single – 1997 (NPG / Direct Order) The Truth — 3:32 Don’t Play Me — 2:50 ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • No reissues • No international editions • Original CD remains the only physical format ✦ Production and Context • Released during Prince’s independent distribution period • Tied to the rollout of The Truth (sent to critics concurrently) • Acoustic‑driven material showcasing stripped‑back songwriting • Direct‑order model bypassed traditional retail channels • No promotional campaign, radio push, or music video ✦ Singles Released The Truth b/w Don’t Play Me — 14 February 1997 (No additional singles issued from The Truth) ✦ Chart Performance • Not eligible for charts due to limited direct‑order release ✦ Mini Discography The Truth Era Releases: The Truth b/w Don’t Play Me (Single) — 1997 Kamasutra — 1997 The Truth (Album) — 1998 (direct‑order) / 2021 (RSD vinyl) ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline 14 Feb 1997 — The Truth single released via 1‑800‑New‑Funk 14 Feb 1997 — Kamasutra released 1998 — The Truth included in Crystal Ball direct‑order set 2021 — The Truth receives first standalone vinyl release ✦ Glam Flashback The Truth b/w Don’t Play Me captures Prince at his most intimate and uncompromising — a moment where he stripped away the layers of production and delivered raw, acoustic confessionals directly to fans. Released outside the traditional music industry pipeline, the single embodies the independence and experimentation that defined his late‑’90s output. Its scarcity only amplifies its mystique. A jewel of the 1‑800‑New‑Funk era — understated, personal, and fiercely self‑directed. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Wikipedia, Prince Vault

✦ A Cinematic Prelude to 3121 Prince’s elegant, Spanish‑infused ballad — the first glimpse of the 3121 era, released before the album was even announced ✦ Summary Released first as a digital single on 13 December 2005, Te Amo Corazón became the lead single from Prince’s 31st studio album 3121 — although no album title or release information had been revealed at the time. The date itself (12/13 in US format) cleverly echoed 3121, hinting at the album’s branding long before it was public. A physical CD single followed on 20 December 2005, and a CD/DVD edition arrived on 14 February 2006, featuring the audio track and its accompanying music video. The video, directed by Salma Hayek, reinforced the single’s romantic, cinematic tone. Unusually, the CD single contained only one track, with no B‑side, remix, or alternate version — a rarity in Prince’s catalogue. The single charted modestly, reaching No. 67 on the US Billboard R&B/Hip‑Hop Songs chart and performing strongly on physical singles charts, reflecting Prince’s dedicated collector audience during the mid‑2000s. A graceful, understated introduction to the lush world of 3121. ✦ Highlights • First single from 3121 • Digital release: 13 December 2005 • CD release: 20 December 2005 • CD/DVD release: 14 February 2006 • Directed by Salma Hayek • CD single contains only one track • Charted on multiple US singles charts • Released before the 3121 album was officially announced ✦ Track Details CD / CD+DVD – 2005–2006 (US: B0006189‑32) Disc 1 – CD Te Amo Corazón — 3:37 Disc 2 – DVD Te Amo Corazón (Video) — 3:37 ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • Digital single (audio + video) — NPG Music Club (13 Dec 2005) • CD single — 20 Dec 2005 • CD+DVD single — 14 Feb 2006 • No vinyl release ✦ Production and Context • Released during the early 3121 rollout • No album information was revealed at the time of release • Directed by Salma Hayek, filmed in Marrakesh • CD single unusually contained no B‑side • Part of Prince’s mid‑2000s strategy of digital‑first releases • Strong physical sales reflected collector demand ✦ Singles Released Te Amo Corazón — 13 December 2005 (Digital) Te Amo Corazón — 20 December 2005 (CD) Te Amo Corazón — 14 February 2006 (CD+DVD) ✦ Chart Performance USA • Billboard Hot R&B/Hip‑Hop Songs — No. 67 • Billboard Hot R&B/Hip‑Hop Singles Sales — No. 4 • Billboard Hot Singles Sales — No. 3 Canada • SoundScan Digital Singles — No. 7 ✦ Mini Discography 3121 Era Releases: Te Amo Corazón (Single) — 2005/2006 Black Sweat (Single) — 2006 3121 (Album) — 2006 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline 13 Dec 2005 — Digital release of Te Amo Corazón 20 Dec 2005 — CD single released 14 Feb 2006 — CD+DVD edition released March 2006 — 3121 album released ✦ Glam Flashback Te Amo Corazón introduced the world to the sensual, sun‑drenched palette of the 3121 era. With its Spanish‑inflected melody, intimate vocal delivery, and cinematic video, the single signaled a shift toward warmth, romance, and global influences. Released quietly and without album context, it felt like a secret whispered ahead of time — a soft doorway into one of Prince’s most vibrant late‑career periods. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Prince Vault, Wikipedia

✦ A Purple Rain double‑A‑side built for the UK charts A high‑energy pairing of two of Prince’s most iconic tracks, issued in multiple UK label variants at the height of his imperial era ✦ Summary Released in the United Kingdom on February 15, 1985, Let’s Go Crazy b/w Take Me With U arrived as a dedicated UK 7" single during the peak of the Purple Rain phenomenon. Unlike the US market — where the songs were issued separately — the UK received this double‑A‑side configuration, pairing the sermon‑like rock explosion of “Let’s Go Crazy” with the warm, melodic duet “Take Me With U.” The single was pressed in multiple UK label variations, including paper labels, silver injection labels, red injection labels, and blue injection labels, all sharing the same catalog number family (W 2000 / 929 058‑7). The A‑side features the 3:46 edit of “Let’s Go Crazy,” while the B‑side contains the album version of “Take Me With U.” Commercially, the single performed strongly, reaching No. 7 on the UK Singles Chart and spending nine consecutive weeks in the Top 100, with a brief re‑entry in May 1985. Today, the release is prized by collectors for its multiple label variants and its place in the Purple Rain campaign. ✦ Highlights • Released February 15, 1985 (UK) • Double‑A‑side 7" pairing “Let’s Go Crazy” and “Take Me With U” • Four distinct UK label variants • Features the 3:46 edit of “Let’s Go Crazy” • Peaked at No. 7 on the UK Singles Chart • Nine‑week chart run + one‑week re‑entry • Produced, arranged, composed, and performed by Prince and the Revolution ✦ Track Details 7" – UK (W 2000 / 929 058‑7) A. Let’s Go Crazy (Edit) — 3:46 B. Take Me With U — 3:51 Credits: Produced, arranged, composed, and performed by Prince and the Revolution Published by Island Music Ltd. Pressed by Damont Plated at Musitech Distributed by WEA Records Ltd. ✦ All UK 7" Variants 1. Paper Labels Prince and the Revolution – Let’s Go Crazy / Take Me With U 7", 45 RPM, Stereo Warner Bros. Records – W 2000 / 929 058‑7 / W2000 / 929058‑7 UK — 1985 2. Silver Injection Labels Prince and the Revolution – Let’s Go Crazy 7", 45 RPM, Stereo Warner Bros. Records – W 2000 / 929058‑7 / 929 058‑7 UK — 1985 3. Red Injection Labels Prince and the Revolution – Let’s Go Crazy 7", 45 RPM, Stereo Warner Bros. Records – W 2000 / 929058‑7 / 929 058‑7 UK — 1985 4. Blue Injection Labels Prince and the Revolution – Let’s Go Crazy 7", 45 RPM, Stereo Warner Bros. Records – W 2000 / 929058‑7 / 929 058‑7 UK — 1985 5. Duplicate Paper Label Variant Prince and the Revolution – Let’s Go Crazy / Take Me With U 7", 45 RPM, Stereo Warner Bros. Records – W 2000 / 929 058‑7 / W2000 / 929058‑7 UK — 1985 (All variants preserved exactly as supplied. ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • No UK picture disc • No colored vinyl • 12" UK edition pairing these two tracks, released separately, included two tracks released as a maxi-single in the US ( Let's Go Creazy Extended Version & Erotic City (Make Love Not War Erotic City Come Alive) • US releases handled separately (not double‑A‑side) ✦ Production and Context • Released during the height of the Purple Rain era • UK‑exclusive double‑A‑side configuration • “Let’s Go Crazy” presented in its 3:46 edit • “Take Me With U” appears in its album version • Artwork references the Purple Rain campaign • Multiple label variants created due to UK manufacturing practices ✦ Singles Released Let’s Go Crazy — 1984 (US) Take Me With U — 1985 (US) Let’s Go Crazy / Take Me With U (UK double‑A‑side) — February 15, 1985 ✦ Chart Performance (UK) Official Singles Chart: • Peak position: No. 7 • First chart date: February 23, 1985 • Weeks on chart: 9 • Re‑entry: No. 86 on May 4, 1985 Chart run: 27 → 9 → 7 → 10 → 16 → 30 → 42 → 54 → 68 Re‑entry: 86 ✦ Mini Discography Purple Rain (Album) — 1984 Let’s Go Crazy (Single) — 1984 Take Me With U (Single) — 1985 Let’s Go Crazy / Take Me With U (UK 7") — 1985 ✦ Mini‑Timeline June 25, 1984 — Purple Rain album released July 18, 1984 — “Let’s Go Crazy” released (US) January 1985 — “Take Me With U” released (US) February 15, 1985 — UK 7" double‑A‑side released February–April 1985 — UK chart run May 4, 1985 — Re‑entry at No. 86 ✦ Glam Flashback This UK‑exclusive 7" captures the full electricity of the Purple Rain era — the sermon‑on‑the‑mount intensity of “Let’s Go Crazy” paired with the romantic shimmer of “Take Me With U.” Pressed in multiple label variations and backed by a nine‑week chart run, it remains one of the most iconic and collectible singles from Prince’s imperial period. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Prince Vault Wikipedia Discogs ✦ Excerpt The UK‑exclusive 7" pairing of “Let’s Go Crazy” and “Take Me With U” — a high‑energy snapshot of Prince and the Revolution at their Purple Rain peak.

✦ Mayte’s debut single — a sensual reimagining of a Prince classic The first official release from Mayte, introducing her as a solo artist with a tender, Latin‑infused reinterpretation of Prince’s long‑circulating composition ✦ Summary Released in 1994 in Europe and 1995 in the USA, If ♥ Love U 2night marked Mayte’s debut single, produced and written by Prince. The track originated in 1979, was recorded by Prince in 1987, and later re‑cut by Mica Paris in 1991. Mayte’s version — retitled with the iconic heart symbol — became the first to be directly overseen and produced by Prince himself. The single was intended as the lead‑in to Mayte’s unreleased album Child of the Sun (later issued in 1995/1996 depending on region). Prince crafted a sensual, mid‑tempo arrangement tailored to Mayte’s voice, blending pop, R&B, and subtle Middle Eastern flourishes that reflected her dance background and artistic identity. Multiple formats were issued, including CD singles, cassette singles, and 12" vinyl, with remixes and edits varying by region. The song received modest airplay and became a fan‑favourite due to its deep connection to Prince’s personal and creative world during the mid‑1990s. ✦ Highlights • Mayte’s debut single • Produced and written by Prince • Released 1994 (Europe) / 1995 (USA) • First official release of the “heart” retitled version • Originally written by Prince in 1979 • Prince recorded his own version in 1987 • Connected to the Child of the Sun project • Multiple regional formats and remixes • Cult favourite among Prince collectors ✦ Track Details (Note: Exact tracklists vary by region; this reflects the most common configurations.) CD Single – 1994/1995 If ♥ Love U 2night — 3:30 If ♥ Love U 2night (Extended Mix) If ♥ Love U 2night (Spanish Version) House of Brick (Brick House) — Mayte feat. Prince CD Single (The Remixes) 0061925NPG, Edel 0061925NPG Country: UK & Europe 1 If I Love U 2night (Album Vers.) 4:19 2 If I Love U 2night (Lil' Cash Mix) 5:02 3 If I Love U 2night (Displacement Mix) 6:05 4 If I Love U 2night (Tweakin' Dub) 7:13 Cassette Single – 1994/1995 A. If ♥ Love U 2night B. If ♥ Love U 2night (Spanish Version) 12" Vinyl – Select European Territories A1. If ♥ Love U 2night (Extended Mix) A2. If ♥ Love U 2night (Album Version) B1. If ♥ Love U 2night (Spanish Version) B2. House of Brick (Brick House) 12" Vinyl Single Promo A1 If I Love U 2 Night (Lil' Cash Remix) A2 If I Love U 2 Night (Album Version) B1 If I Love U 2 Night (Tweakin' Dub) B2 If I Love U 2 Night (Displacement Mix) ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • European CD single (1994) • US CD single (1995) • Cassette single (various territories) • 12" vinyl (limited European markets) • Included on Child of the Sun (1995/1996) ✦ Production and Context • Written by Prince in 1979 • Prince recorded his own version in 1987 • Mica Paris released the first commercial version in 1991 • Mayte’s version produced entirely by Prince • Recorded during the Gold / The Most Beautiful Girl in the World era • Intended to launch Mayte’s solo career and the Child of the Sun album • Reflects Prince’s mid‑’90s aesthetic: warm, romantic, global influences ✦ Singles Released If ♥ Love U 2night — 1994 (EU) If ♥ Love U 2night — 1995 (USA) ✦ Chart Performance • Modest airplay; no major chart entries reported ✦ Mini Discography If I Love U 2 Nite — Mica Paris (1991) If ♥ Love U 2night — Mayte (1994/1995) Prince — 1987 version (unreleased studio recording) ✦ Mini‑Timeline 1979 — Prince writes “If I Love U 2 Nite” 1987 — Prince records his own version 1991 — Mica Paris releases her version 1994 — Mayte releases If ♥ Love U 2night in Europe 1995 — US release; included on Child of the Sun ✦ Glam Flashback Mayte’s If ♥ Love U 2night is one of the most intimate artifacts of the mid‑’90s Prince universe — a song that traveled through multiple incarnations before finding its definitive home in her voice. Soft, romantic, and unmistakably personal, the track captures the warmth of the era and the creative bond between Prince and Mayte. It remains a cherished gem for collectors and a key chapter in the song’s long lineage. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Prince Vault Wikipedia

✦ Mica Paris’ soulful take on a Prince‑penned classic The third and final single from Contribution, released in the UK with multiple remixes — and an infamous promo pressing containing Prince’s own 1987 version ✦ Summary Released in the UK on 12 February 1991, If I Love U 2 Nite was the third and final single from Mica Paris’ second album Contribution, arriving three months after the album’s release in both the UK and Germany. Although the song was written by Prince in 1979 and later recorded by him in 1987, Paris’ version was the first to receive a commercial release. The single featured two previously‑unreleased B‑sides — “Stand Up” and “I Wish I’d Never Met You” — neither of which involved Prince. Several 12" formats included remixes by Nellee Hooper, giving the track a club‑ready edge. A promotional 12" titled Stand 4 Love E·P accidentally included Prince’s 1987 studio version of the song, mislabeled as the “LP Mix.” These 200 copies, pressed from what was likely a bootleg tape, were immediately recalled by Island Records, becoming one of the most sought‑after Mica Paris/Prince‑related collectibles. The single reached No. 43 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart. For Mayte’s later version (retitled If ♥ Love U 2night), see If ♥ Love U 2night. ✦ Highlights • Released 12 February 1991 (UK) • Third and final single from Contribution • Song written by Prince; first commercial release of the composition • B‑sides “Stand Up” and “I Wish I’d Never Met You” contain no Prince involvement • Multiple Nellee Hooper remixes issued • Promo 12" mistakenly included Prince’s 1987 version • Island Records recalled 200 promo copies — now highly collectible • Peaked at No. 43 on the UK Gallup Singles Chart ✦ Track Details 7" – UK (BRW 207) A. If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s Club U 2 Nite Edit) — 4:08 B. Stand Up 12" – UK (12 BRW 207 / 878 897‑1) A1. If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s Club U 2 Nite Mix) — 6:03 A2. If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s Club U 2 Nite Edit) — 4:08 B1. I Wish I’d Never Met You B2. Stand Up (Extended Mix) 12" – UK (12 BRX 207 / 878 899‑1) A1. If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s Rub U 2 Nite Mix) — 5:14 A2. If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s I Called U 2 Nite Mix) — 4:17 B. I Wish I’d Never Met You (Extended Mix) Promo 12" – Stand 4 Love E·P (12BRW207DJ) A1. If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s Club U 2 Nite Mix) — 6:03 A2. If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s I Called U 2 Nite Mix) — 4:17 A3. If I Love U 2 Nite (LP Mix)* B1. Stand Up (Extended Mix) B2. Stand Up (Dub Mix) B3. I Wish I’d Never Met You * Mistitled — this is Prince’s 1987 version, included by mistake. 5" CD – UK (12 BRW 207) If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s Club U 2 Nite Mix) — 6:03 If I Love U 2 Nite (Nellee’s Club U 2 Nite Edit) — 4:08 I Wish I’d Never Met You Stand Up (Extended Mix) ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • UK 7", 12", and CD formats • German release mirrored UK timing • Promo 12" (Stand 4 Love E·P) recalled — extremely rare • No US commercial release ✦ Production and Context • Song written by Prince in 1979; recorded by him in 1987 • Paris’ version produced for her Contribution album • Nellee Hooper provided multiple club‑oriented remixes • B‑sides contain no Prince involvement • Promo error introduced Prince’s unreleased version • Island Records attempted to retrieve all 200 promo copies ✦ Singles Released If I Love U 2 Nite — 12 February 1991 ✦ Chart Performance • UK Gallup Singles Chart — No. 43 ✦ Mini Discography If I Love U 2 Nite – Related Releases: If I Love U 2 Nite (Mica Paris) — 1991 If ♥ Love U 2night (Mayte) — 1994/1995 Prince — 1987 version (unreleased; leaked via promo error) ✦ Mini‑Timeline 1979 — Prince writes “If I Love U 2 Nite” 1987 — Prince records his own version 1990 — Mica Paris records her version for Contribution 12 Feb 1991 — Single released in UK 1994–95 — Mayte records her version ✦ Glam Flashback Mica Paris’ If I Love U 2 Nite stands at a fascinating crossroads in the Prince universe — the first commercial release of a song he wrote more than a decade earlier, delivered through Paris’ rich, soulful voice. The single’s multiple remixes captured early‑’90s club culture, while the accidental inclusion of Prince’s own 1987 version turned a routine promo into one of the most coveted collectibles of the era. A small release with a big story. ✦ Image & Artwork Copyright Notice All images, photographs, and artwork referenced or displayed in this post remain the property of their respective copyright holders. They are included strictly for historical, educational, and archival purposes under fair‑use principles. No ownership is claimed, and all rights belong to the original creators, photographers, designers, and publishers. ✦ Sources Prince Vault, Wikipedia

✦ Prince’s Digital‑Age Detonation A high‑velocity, producer‑driven experiment that launched Prince into the streaming era with explosive energy and bold reinvention ✦ Summary Released 7 September 2015, HITnRUN Phase One marked Prince’s most radical embrace of the digital age. Issued first as a TIDAL exclusive, the album arrived with little warning, reflecting the immediacy and unpredictability of its title. Built in close collaboration with producer Joshua Welton, the project pushed Prince’s sound into hyper‑modern territory — dense electronics, fractured beats, and club‑leaning textures that reframed his voice in a new sonic landscape. The album includes reimagined versions of earlier tracks (“This Could B Us,” “1000 X’s & O’s”), alongside new material that blends EDM, funk, pop, and experimental production. Prince’s vocals — often processed, layered, or distorted — sit at the center of a project that feels like a deliberate collision between eras: the futurism of 2015 and the melodic instincts of his classic catalogue. Though divisive among fans, HITnRUN Phase One stands as a bold snapshot of Prince’s late‑career restlessness — a willingness to break his own rules, collaborate deeply, and test the boundaries of what a Prince album could be in the streaming era. ✦ Highlights • Released 7 September 2015 (TIDAL exclusive) • Physical CD release followed shortly after • Co‑produced with Joshua Welton • Features reworked versions of “This Could B Us” and “1000 X’s & O’s” • Prince’s first album built around EDM‑influenced production • Companion album HITnRUN Phase Two released later the same year • Marks Prince’s full embrace of streaming distribution ✦ Track Details CD / Digital – 2015 (NPG / TIDAL) Million $ Show Shut This Down Ain’t About 2 Stop Like a Mack This Could B Us (Reimagined) Fallinlove2nite X’s Face Hardrocklover Mr. Nelson 1000 X’s & O’s (Reworked) June ✦ Reissues & Global Variants • Digital release (TIDAL exclusive) — 7 Sept 2015 • CD release — worldwide retail • No vinyl edition issued during Prince’s lifetime • Later vinyl pressings appear in posthumous box sets ✦ Production and Context • Heavy collaboration with Joshua Welton, who handled much of the programming • Represents Prince’s most electronic, producer‑driven album • Built from a mix of new compositions and reimagined older tracks • Released during Prince’s partnership with TIDAL • Served as the first half of a two‑part project, followed by Phase Two • Reflects Prince’s interest in rapid‑release digital distribution ✦ Singles Released Hardrocklover — 2015 (digital) This Could B Us (Reimagined) — 2015 (digital) Fallinlove2nite — 2014/2015 (various formats) ✦ Chart Performance • US Billboard 200 — Top 40 • UK Albums Chart — Top 30 • Strong digital performance due to TIDAL exclusivity

Prince unveils a romantic, Spanish‑flavoured ballad as the first glimpse of the 3121 era ✦ Summary Te Amo Corazón was released on CD in the USA on December 20, 2005, serving as the first single from Prince’s 31st studio album, 3121 — although at the time of the single’s release, neither the album title nor its release details had been announced. The track first appeared digitally on December 13, 2005 through the NPG Music Club as both an audio and video download, a date written as 12/13 in the US, which playfully mirrors “3121” when reversed. A second CD release followed on February 14, 2006. Unusually for a commercial Prince single, the CD contained only one track with no B‑side, remix, or alternate version. ✦ Highlights • First single from the yet‑unannounced 3121 album • Digital audio and video released December 13, 2005 via NPG Music Club • US CD single released December 20, 2005 • Second CD issue released February 14, 2006 • CD contained only one track — no B‑side or remix • Early indicator of Prince’s 3121 aesthetic and Latin‑influenced romantic themes ✦ Track Details CD Single (USA, 2005) Te Amo Corazón — 3:37 (album version) Format: CD single (one‑track) Label: NPG Records / Universal Digital Release: Audio + video download via NPG Music Club (Dec. 13, 2005) CD Release Dates: Dec. 20, 2005 (USA), Feb. 14, 2006 (additional CD issue) Written, produced, and performed by Prince. ✦ Chart Performance United States: No. 67 on Billboard Hot R&B/Hip‑Hop Songs Billboard Hot 100: Did not chart International: No major chart entries documented ✦ Discography Sidebar 3121 Era Releases: Te Amo Corazón — Single: Dec. 2005 Black Sweat — Single: Feb. 2006 Fury — Single: 2006 3121 — Album: 2006 ✦ Prince Era Mini‑Timeline Dec. 13, 2005 — Te Amo Corazón released digitally via NPG Music Club Dec. 20, 2005 — US CD single released Feb. 14, 2006 — Additional CD issue released Mar. 21, 2006 — 3121 album released, debuts at No. 1 ✦ Glam Flashback Te Amo Corazón introduced the sensual, cinematic tone of the 3121 era with a romantic flourish that surprised fans expecting a funk‑driven comeback. Its understated release strategy — a quiet digital drop followed by a minimalist CD single — reflected Prince’s growing interest in direct fan engagement and unconventional rollouts. The song’s Latin warmth, elegant video, and stripped‑back single format made it a distinctive opening chapter in one of Prince’s most successful mid‑2000s periods. ✦ Sources Prince Vault, Discogs, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, Billboard Chart History, YouTube CD 1. Te Amo Corazón (3:37) US: B0006139-32 Released December 20, 2005 CD (UK: PCORAZONCDP1) 1. Te Amo Corazón (3:37) Released December 27, 2005 DVD Disc 1: 1. Te Amo Corazón (Audio) (3:37) Disc 2: 1. Te Amo Corazón (Video) (3:37) US: B0006189-32 Released February 14, , 2006

MOJO — February 1, 1997 Cover + sixteen‑page special feature The February 1997 issue of MOJO places Nick Drake at the centre of the cover — a mythic, fragile figure framed by the headline: “Nick Drake & Legend of the Lost Boy” “The Heart & Soul of England” But for Prince collectors, the crucial element is the prominent sidebar announcing a sixteen‑page special: “PRINCE — THE TRUTH” A rare commitment from MOJO, which seldom devoted this much space to a contemporary artist. Cover trails include: • Suede • Lewis Taylor • Gillian Welch • Yes (reunion) • T. Rex • Grateful Dead This blend of heritage rock and modern cult favourites situates Prince within a broader conversation about artistry, legacy, and reinvention. 📰 Overview The sixteen‑page Prince feature — unusually expansive for MOJO — explores: • the aftermath of Emancipation • Prince’s evolving identity as 0(+> • the creative philosophy behind The Truth • the tension between independence and industry expectation • the spiritual and emotional undercurrents shaping his late‑’90s work The feature positions Prince as a restless, searching figure — someone shedding skins, redefining himself, and challenging the boundaries of genre and persona. 📰 Source Details Publication: MOJO Issue Date: February 1, 1997 Format: Cover + sixteen‑page special feature Provenance Notes: UK heritage‑music magazine; this is one of the most substantial Prince features they ever produced. 📰 The Story The MOJO special examines Prince at a pivotal moment: • navigating the post‑Warner landscape • embracing independence with the NPG label • exploring acoustic intimacy and raw confession on The Truth • balancing mystique with vulnerability • redefining his relationship to fame, identity, and artistic control The feature treats Prince not as a pop star but as a serious, evolving musician, placing him in dialogue with the magazine’s usual canon of revered, introspective artists. The juxtaposition with Nick Drake — a symbol of fragility, purity, and myth — adds a subtle layer of commentary: Prince as a modern counterpart, equally enigmatic but radically different in expression. 📰 Key Highlights • Sixteen‑page deep dive into Prince’s late‑’90s creative philosophy • Rare MOJO commitment to a contemporary artist • Contextualised within a cover dominated by Nick Drake • Explores The Truth, Emancipation, and the 0(+> identity • A defining snapshot of Prince’s transitional 1997 moment 📰 MOJO — Cover + sixteen‑page feature, February 1, 1997. 📰 Article Text Paisley Parklife has been rather fraught for some time. Has The Artist Formerly Known As Prince been following a single-minded vision or just having a control freak-out? Have the identity crisis, the battle with Warner Brothers and the increasingly unfocused music amounted to an extended act of commercial suicide? Marc Weingarten explores behind the scenes in Minneapolis to see what Prince's working practices reveal, and finds out how the greatest music of his purple reign was made. Barney Hoskyns asks of the man's former colleagues and players: "What is he like?" Sylvie Simmons sifts through the later albums to find diamonds in the rough. And, on page 42. the man himself 📰 Related Material • Explore the tags below for connected eras and themes. 📰 Closing Notes This MOJO issue stands as one of the most significant UK publications of Prince’s late‑’90s era — a rare moment when a heritage‑music magazine devoted major space to a contemporary artist in full creative transformation. 📰 Tags #GlamSlamChronicles #MusicEphemera #Prince #MOJO #TheTruth #1997Prince #GlamSlamEscape