The New Power Generation presents a smooth, seductive lead promo track from the album Newpower Soul. RELEASE DETAILS Date: April 13, 1998 Catalogue: 74321 60649 2 (EU) / Various regional promos Format: CD Promo Single Country: United States / Europe / Brazil / Mexico Label: NPG Records / RCA / BMG Album: Newpower Soul (credited to The New Power Generation) A-Side: The One THE STORY Issued exclusively as a radio promotional CD single on April 13, 1998, “The One” served as the first advance release from Newpower Soul by The New Power Generation. No commercial single was ever released. Multiple regional promo editions were produced with slight variations in packaging and track listings. CONTEXT & NOTES This promo-only release highlighted The New Power Generation’s work during Prince O(+>’s independent era. European editions credited the track via the Love Symbol, while other territories featured minimal packaging. A planned commercial release never materialized. TRACK LIST EU Promo CD (74321 60649 2) The One (Radio Edit) – 4:33 US Promo CD The One – (Album Version) Brazil Promo CD (VP 0333) The One (Radio Edit) – 4:33 Mad Sex – 5:16 (incorrectly labelled as “The One (Album Version)”) Mexico Promo CD (CDX-1955) The One – 4:33 All Variants EU Promo CD Single (74321 60649 2) US Promo CD Single (no catalogue number, J-card with sticker) Brazil Promo CD Single (VP 0333) Mexico Promo CD Single (CDX-1955) CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard R&B Radio Airplay: Peak No. 44 (11 weeks) PERSONNEL Prince O(+> – composition, performance (credited via Love Symbol) The New Power Generation – performers, production, arrangement PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Front sleeve: Iconic red Love Symbol with Prince image inside the circle and “The One” title Back sleeve: Minimal promo design with track information and credits SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • Billboard charts COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied. WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Classic symbol-era artwork with the large red Love Symbol dominating the design. RELATED MATERIAL Betcha By Golly Wow! (1996) The Holy River (1997) U Make My Sun Shine (with Angie Stone) (2000) When Will We B Paid? (with Audio Stepchild) (2000) Supercute (2001) The Work, pt. 1 (2001) Promo (74321 60649 2) The One (Edit) — 4:33 US Promo (no cat. no.) The One — [Time not supplied] Mexico Promo (CDX‑1955) The One — 4:33 Brazil Promo (VP 0333) The One (Radio Edit) — 4:33 Mad Sex — 5:16 (Incorrectly labelled “The One (Album Version)”)

The New Power Generation hits the dancefloor with a playful, remix‑packed symbol‑era standout. RELEASE DETAILS Date: November 9, 1998 Catalogue: Various (see below) Format: 12" Vinyl, CD Single, Maxi CD, Cassette Country: United Kingdom / Europe Label: NPG Records / BMG A-Side: Come On THE STORY Released on November 9, 1998 as the sole single from the album Newpower Soul, “Come On” was credited to The New Power Generation but driven by Prince O(+>. Featuring smooth backing vocals from Chaka Khan, the track blended house, funk, and late‑’90s R&B into a sleek, club‑ready groove. The music video, with Prince disguised as an elderly prankster in a London park intercut with Beautiful Strange footage, became iconic. CONTEXT & NOTES This multi-format release highlighted the playful and dance-oriented side of the New Power Generation era. A special 1-800-NEW-FUNK exclusive edition added a rare remix of “The One”. TRACK LIST UK CD Single (74321 63472 2) Come On (Radio Edit) – 4:30 Come On (Doug E. Fresh Mix) – 4:57 Come On (Remix) – 8:13 UK Maxi CD Single (74321 62918 2) Come On (Radio Edit) – 4:30 Come On (Hypermix) – 7:58 Come On (Latenitemix) – 4:10 Come On (Acapella) – 3:27 12" Vinyl (74321607161) A. Come On (Remix) – 8:13 B. Come On (Hypermix) – 7:58 / Come On (Latenitemix) – 4:10 1-800-NEW-FUNK Exclusive Bonus: The One (Remix) All Variants CD Single (74321 63472 2) CD Single – Cardboard Sleeve (74321607172) Maxi CD Single (74321 62918 2) 12" Vinyl (74321607161) CD Promo (74321607162) Cassette Single (74321 634724) 1-800-NEW-FUNK Exclusive Edition (with The One Remix) CHART PERFORMANCE UK Singles Chart: Peak No. 65 (1 week) PERSONNEL Prince O(+> – vocals, instruments, production The New Power Generation – performance Chaka Khan – backing vocals KAJ – co-production PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Front sleeve: Colourful New Power Generation group portrait with bold graphic design Back sleeve: Tracklist against black background with neon-style graphics WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Vibrant late-90s NPG aesthetic with bright colours and group imagery. RELATED MATERIAL U Make My Sun Shine (with Angie Stone) (2000) When Will We B Paid? (with Audio Stepchild) (2000) Supercute (2001) The Work, pt. 1 (2001) SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • Official Charts Company COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

Prince’s bold, experimental EP expanding the world of The Most Beautiful Girl In The World — one of the earliest and most significant releases from NPG Records during his battle for artistic independence. RELEASE DETAILS Date: May 23, 1994 Catalogue: 0060212NPG (CD) / 0060214NPG (Cassette) / 0060210NPG (12" LP) Format: EP (CD, Cassette, 12" Vinyl) Country: United Kingdom & Europe The Beautiful Experience followed the global success of The Most Beautiful Girl In The World, the first single credited to the unpronounceable symbol and the first major release from NPG Records. The EP presented several distinct versions of the track, each with its own title rather than a traditional remix label. Prince had originally intended to release multiple independent tracks, but Warner Bros. restricted him to one; his workaround was to issue several versions of the same song, some so different they could be considered new compositions. The originally planned B-side, New World, was blocked by Warner Bros., leading Prince to create the Beautiful version instead. TRACK LISTING Vinyl – NPG Records – 0060210NPG (1994) Side A Beautiful – 5:55 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Staxowax) – 5:14 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Mustangmix) – 6:19 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Flutestramental) – 3:35 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Sexy Staxaphone And Guitar) – 3:54 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Mustang Instrumental) – 3:23 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World – 4:37 Side B Beautiful – 5:55 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Staxowax) – 5:14 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Mustangmix) – 6:19 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Flutestramental) – 3:35 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Sexy Staxaphone And Guitar) – 3:54 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (Mustang Instrumental) – 3:23 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World – 4:37 CD – NPG Records – 0060212NPG 1 Beautiful – 5:55 2 Staxowax – 5:14 3 Mustang Mix – 6:19 4 Flutestramental – 3:35 5 Sexy Staxaphone And Guitar – 3:54 6 Mustang Instrumental – 3:23 7 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World – 4:37 Cassette – NPG Records – 0060214 NPG (1994) Side A Beautiful – 5:55 Staxowax – 5:14 Mustang Mix – 6:19 Flutestramental – 3:35 Sexy Staxophone And Guitar – 3:54 Mustang Instrumental – 3:23 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World – 4:37 Side B Beautiful – 5:55 Staxowax – 5:14 Mustang Mix – 6:19 Flutestramental Sexy Staxophone And Guitar – 3:35 Mustang Instrumental – 3:54 The Most Beautiful Girl In The World SLEEVE DETAILS Sleeve Type: Standard EP packaging Photography: Nicole Nodland Design: J.C. Munson, Graphic Zone, Levi Seacer Jr., Lizz Luce Variants: Vinyl, CD, and cassette editions with consistent artwork "Prince wanted to release different tracks independently, but Warner Bros. required that only one song be released independently." CHART PERFORMANCE UK Gallup Singles Chart: Peak No. 18 (as part of the single/EP campaign) Germany: Peak No. 29 Switzerland: Peak No. 4 Austria: Peak No. 16 PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, all instruments, production Additional production/remixing on various tracks by Ricky P., Statik, Tom Tucker, etc. PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Striking psychedelic cover with the Love Symbol and “theBEAUTIFULExperience” title Limited edition sticker variants Available in CD, Cassette, and 12" formats RELATED MATERIAL The Most Beautiful Girl In The World (1994 single) The Gold Experience (1995 album) NPG Records independent era For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Sleevographia2 • Discogs • Official Charts Company COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied. ARTIST — Prince (0(+> ) ARTIST CATEGORY — Prince Singles ARTIST ITEM — The Beautiful Experience (EP) ARTIST ATTACHMENT — NPG Records ARTIST YEAR — 1994

Prince’s millennial crossover statement — a glossy, remix-heavy lead single from Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic featuring The Neptunes, Eve, and Q-Tip. RELEASE DETAILS Date: November 23, 1999 Catalogue: 07822-13750-2 (CD) / 07822-13750-1 (2×12") Format: CD Maxi-Single, 2×12" Vinyl Country: United States Label: Arista / NPG Records Album: Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic (1999) A-Side: The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Radio Edit feat. Eve) THE STORY Released on November 23, 1999 as the sole single from Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic, “The Greatest Romance Ever Sold” showcased Prince’s late-’90s major-label ambitions with a star-studded remix package. The release included Neptunes remixes featuring Q-Tip, club mixes by Jason Nevins, and additional Eve appearances, highlighting Prince’s embrace of contemporary R&B, hip-hop, and dance sounds. CONTEXT & NOTES This maxi-single became a showcase for remix culture at the turn of the millennium. The collaboration with The Neptunes and Eve reflected Prince’s desire to reach new audiences while maintaining his signature sound. It was issued in both commercial and promotional formats, with the 2×12" aimed at DJs and clubs. TRACK LIST US 2×12" Vinyl (07822-13750-1 / ARDP-3750) Side A The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Radio Edit feat. Eve) – 4:32 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Romance Beats) – 6:03 Side B The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Extended Remix feat. Q-Tip) – 5:08 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Remix Edit) – 3:36 Side C The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Adam & Eve Mix feat. Eve) – 4:30 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Album Version) – 5:29 Side D The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Extended Mix) – 6:41 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Remix Edit feat. Q-Tip) – 3:42 US CD Maxi-Single (07822-13750-2) The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Radio Edit feat. Eve) – 4:32 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Remix Edit feat. Q-Tip) – 3:42 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Adam & Eve Remix feat. Eve) – 4:30 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Album Version) – 5:29 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Remix Edit) – 3:38 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Neptunes Extended Remix feat. Q-Tip) – 5:08 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Jason Nevins Extended Remix) – 6:41 The Greatest Romance Ever Sold (Original Radio Edit) – 4:26 All Variants CD Maxi-Single (Arista 07822-13750-2) 2×12" Commercial Vinyl (Arista 07822-13750-1) 2×12" Promo Vinyl (ARDP-3750) CHART PERFORMANCE Billboard Hot 100: Peak No. 63 Hot R&B Singles & Tracks: Peak No. 23 Hot Dance Maxi-Singles Sales: Peak No. 6 PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, instruments, production Eve – featured vocals Q-Tip – featured vocals (Neptunes remixes) The Neptunes (Chad Hugo & Pharrell Williams) – remixes Jason Nevins – remixes Hans-Martin Buff – engineer PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Front sleeve: Dramatic image of Prince in ornate dark clothing surrounded by gold coins with “The Greatest Romance Ever Sold” title Back sleeve: Prince holding the Rave Un2 The Joy Fantastic album cover with full tracklist and credits WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Elaborate, cinematic artwork with Prince in regal attire and symbolic imagery. The 2×12" uses a gatefold-style presentation while the CD maxi features the full Arista/NPG design. RELATED MATERIAL U Make My Sun Shine (with Angie Stone) (2000) When Will We B Paid? (with Audio Stepchild) (2000) Supercute (2001) The Work, pt. 1 (2001) SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • Billboard charts COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

Prince embraces the new millennium with a futuristic, free-to-download instrumental released under the Love Symbol name. RELEASE DETAILS Date: July 14, 2000 Catalogue: N/A (Digital Only) Format: Digital Single (Free MP3 Download) Country: Worldwide Label: NPGOnlineLtd.com A-Side: Cybersingle THE STORY Released on July 14, 2000 as a free MP3 download via NPGOnlineLtd.com, Cybersingle is a 3:17 instrumental funk track. A 1:04 teaser excerpt had been streaming on the site since June 1. The release came just weeks after Prince officially reclaimed his birth name on June 30, 2000, yet it was still issued under the Love Symbol moniker because it was recorded earlier that spring. It marked one of Prince’s earliest major experiments with direct-to-fan digital distribution. CONTEXT & NOTES Cybersingle exemplified Prince’s forward-thinking approach to technology and fan engagement at the turn of the millennium. By offering the track as a free, high-quality MP3 (320kbps), he bypassed traditional label structures during a time when Napster and online music sharing were disrupting the industry. It was re-released as a free download via Real.com on October 29, 2000. The track was never issued physically or included on a commercial album. TRACK LIST Digital Single (NPGOnlineLtd.com, 2000) Cybersingle – 3:17 All Variants Digital Single – Free MP3 Download (NPGOnlineLtd.com, July 14, 2000) Digital Single – Free Download (Real.com, October 29, 2000) CHART PERFORMANCE Not eligible for Billboard chart entry (free digital release). No documented chart activity. PERSONNEL Prince (as Love Symbol) – all instruments, production RELATED MATERIAL U Make My Sun Shine (with Angie Stone) (2000) When Will We B Paid? (with Audio Stepchild) (2000) Supercute (2001) The Work, pt. 1 (2001) SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • AllMusic • Rate Your Music • Wikipedia COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

A celestial duet from Prince’s Batman era, pairing romance with Gotham‑sized drama RELEASE DETAILS Date: November 6, 1989 Catalogue: W 2757 (7") / W 2757 T (12") / W 2757 CD (CD) Format: 7" Single, 12" Maxi-Single, Picture Disc, Cassette, CD Country: United Kingdom Album: Batman (Soundtrack, 1989) A-Side: The Arms Of Orion (Edit / LP Version) – 3:52 / 5:03 B-Side: I Love U In Me – 4:12 THE STORY Released in the UK on November 6, 1989 as the third single from the Batman soundtrack, “The Arms Of Orion” is a tender, atmospheric R&B ballad performed as a duet with Sheena Easton. The B-side “I Love U In Me” was previously unreleased. The single peaked at No. 27 on the UK Singles Chart and had a brief re-entry in late December. CONTEXT & NOTES This romantic ballad provided a softer contrast to the high-energy funk of previous Batman singles. It continued the Batman visual branding while highlighting Prince’s versatility in ballad form. TRACK LIST UK 7" Single (W 2757 / 759 922 757‑7) A. The Arms Of Orion (Edit) – 3:52 B. I Love U In Me – 4:12 UK Cassette Single (W 2757C / 759 922 757‑4) A1. The Arms Of Orion A2. I Love U In Me B1. The Arms Of Orion B2. I Love U In Me UK 3-inch Mini CD (W 2757CDX) The Arms Of Orion (LP Version) – 5:03 I Love U In Me – 4:12 The Arms Of Orion (Edit) – 3:52 UK 12" Maxi-Single (W 2757T) A. The Arms Of Orion (LP Version) – 5:03 B1. I Love U In Me – 4:12 B2. The Arms Of Orion (Edit) – 3:52 All UK Variants 7" Vinyl (W 2757 / 759 922 757‑7) Cassette Single (W 2757C / 759 922 757‑4) 3-inch Mini CD (W 2757CDX) 12" Vinyl (W 2757T) 12" Vinyl – P.R. Records (W 2757T) 12" Picture Disc – Clear Plastic Sleeve (W 2757TP) 12" Picture Disc – Clear Rim in Picture Sleeve (W 2757TP) 12" White Label Promo (W 2757T) CHART PERFORMANCE UK Singles Chart: Peak No. 27 (7 weeks total with re-entry) PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, instruments, production, arrangement Sheena Easton – vocals PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Front sleeve: Large purple-and-black Batman logo with “THE ARMS OF ORION” and “PRINCE with Sheena Easton” text Back sleeve: Dramatic black & white close-up portrait of Prince with intense eye makeup and credits Picture disc variants with Batman imagery WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Iconic Batman logo artwork in purple and black on the front. Back features a striking artistic portrait of Prince. Labels show standard Warner Bros. design with clear track and production credits. RELATED MATERIAL Kiss (February/March 1986) Sign o’ the Times (February/March 1987) U Got The Look (July 21, 1987) I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (November/December 1987) Alphabet St. (April 1988) Glam Slam (July 1988) I Wish U Heaven (October 1988) Batdance (June 1989) Partyman (September 1989) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • BBC Official Charts Company COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

Prince fuses pop, funk, samples and chaos into a chart‑topping Batman anthem RELEASE DETAILS Date: June 6, 1989 Catalogue: 7-22924 (7") / 0-21257 (12") Format: 7" Single, 12" Maxi-Single, Cassette, Promo Country: United States Album: Batman (Soundtrack, 1989) A-Side: Batdance (Edit / The Batmix) B-Side: 200 Balloons / Batdance (Vicky Vale Mix) THE STORY Released on June 6, 1989 as the lead single from the Batman soundtrack for Tim Burton’s blockbuster film, “Batdance” is a frenetic sonic collage built from film dialogue samples (Batman & Joker), guitar riffs, electronic grooves, and Prince’s signature funk. The B-side “200 Balloons” was previously unreleased. The single became Prince’s fourth US No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified platinum. CONTEXT & NOTES This highly experimental track perfectly captured the chaotic energy of the film’s Batman/Joker duality and became one of Prince’s most unconventional hit singles. TRACK LIST US 7" Single (7-22924) A. Batdance (Edit) – 4:06 B. 200 Balloons – 5:05 US 12" Maxi-Single (0-21257) A. Batdance (The Batmix) – 7:15 B1. Batdance (Vicky Vale Mix) – 5:55 B2. 200 Balloons – 5:05 US 12" Promo (PRO-A-3702) 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 Cassette Single (4-22924) A. Batdance (Edit) – 4:06 B. 200 Balloons – 5:05 US Cassette Maxi (4-21257) A. Batdance (The Batmix) – 7:15 B1. Batdance (Vicky Vale Mix) – 5:55 B2. 200 Balloons – 5:05 All Variants 7" Commercial Single (7-22924) 12" Maxi-Single (0-21257) Cassette Single (4-22924) Cassette Maxi (4-21257) 12" Promo (PRO-A-3702) CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100: Peak No. 1 US Hot Black Singles: Peak No. 1 US Dance Club Play: Peak No. 1 RIAA Certified Platinum (1 million units shipped) – August 11, 1989 PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, all instruments, production, arrangement Additional production and remix by Mark Moore and William Orbit (on some mixes) PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Front sleeve: Iconic metallic Batman logo on black background Back sleeve: Bold “BATMAN” logo with track credits Standard Warner Bros. / Paisley Park design with film tie-in branding WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Front cover dominated by the shiny Batman emblem. Back features large “BATMAN” title. Labels are white with standard Warner Bros. shield and Paisley Park branding, clearly listing mixes and film credits. RELATED MATERIAL Kiss (February/March 1986) Sign o’ the Times (February/March 1987) U Got The Look (July 21, 1987) I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (November/December 1987) Alphabet St. (April 1988) Glam Slam (July 1988) I Wish U Heaven (October 1988) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • Billboard charts COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

A Lovesexy standout wrapped in clear‑sleeve minimalism and last‑minute second‑guessing RELEASE DETAILS Date: July 16, 1988 Catalogue: 0-21005 (US 12") / W7806T (UK 12") Format: 12" Maxi-Single Country: United States / United Kingdom Album: Lovesexy (1988) A-Side: Glam Slam (Remix) – 8:52 B-Side: Escape (Free Yo Mind From This Rat Race) – 6:26 THE STORY Released in the United States on July 16, 1988 as the second single from Lovesexy, “Glam Slam” continued the era’s minimalist packaging approach with clear sleeves and stylized stickers. The B-side “Escape” was previously unreleased. In a rare move, Prince tried to halt the single’s release at the last minute, feeling it was not the right follow-up to “Alphabet St.,” but manufacturing was already too advanced. CONTEXT & NOTES The 12" featured a Shep Pettibone remix of “Glam Slam,” giving it a stronger club presence. This release highlighted Prince’s internal creative conflicts during the Lovesexy period while delivering an ecstatic, spiritual funk track. The clear packaging became a signature visual motif for the era. TRACK LIST US 12" Maxi-Single (0-21005) A. Glam Slam (Remix) – 8:52 B. Escape (Free Yo Mind From This Rat Race) – 6:26 UK 12" Maxi-Single (W7806T) A. Glam Slam (Remix) – 8:52 B. Escape – 6:26 All Variants US 12" Maxi-Single — Paisley Park 0-21005 UK 12" Maxi-Single — Paisley Park W7806T Germany / Canada 12" — 921 005-0 Australia 12" — MX301159-60 CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot Black Singles: Peak No. 44 UK Singles Chart: Peak No. 29 PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, instruments, production Shep Pettibone – additional production and remix Steve Peck & The Latin Rascals – editing PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Clear sleeve with stylized sticker (minimalist Lovesexy aesthetic) No traditional artwork on outer sleeve WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Ornate Paisley Park paisley design in purple, pink, and gold on both sides of the 12" labels. Clear outer sleeve with sticker only. Classic late-80s Paisley Park label layout with full credits. RELATED MATERIAL Kiss (February/March 1986) Anotherloverholenyohead (October 20, 1986) Mountains (May 21, 1986) Sign o’ the Times (February/March 1987) U Got The Look (July 21, 1987) I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (November/December 1987) Alphabet St. (April 1988) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • Billboard charts COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

“Alphabet St. showed Prince at his most stripped‑back and playful, turning minimal funk into a Top 10 moment.” Alphabet St. — UK Chart Overview Prince’s Alphabet St. entered the Official UK Singles Chart in early May 1988 and reached its peak during the chart week 8 May – 14 May 1988, climbing to No. 9. Released on Paisley Park (W7900), the single became the lead UK hit from the Lovesexy era and marked Prince’s return to the UK Top 10 following the Sign “O” The Times campaign. The single debuted on 07/05/1988 and went on to complete a 6‑week chart run, remaining in the Top 40 for four of those weeks. Its peak at No. 9 reflected strong radio rotation and the momentum of Prince’s late‑80s creative resurgence. Label: Paisley Park Catalogue Number: W7900 First Chart Date: 07/05/1988 Peak Position: 9 Weeks on Chart: 6 Chart Run (Full Sequence) 6 weeks — 07/05/1988 to 11/06/1988 07/05/1988 — 18 14/05/1988 — 9 (peak) 21/05/1988 — 11 28/05/1988 — 29 04/06/1988 — 20 11/06/1988 — 66 Alphabet St. entered the chart just outside the Top 20, surged into the Top 10 in its second week, and held a strong mid‑chart presence before exiting the Top 75 in mid‑June. Context & Notes • Lead UK single from Lovesexy • First Prince UK Top 10 hit of 1988 • Released in multiple formats including 7", 12", CD single • Known for its stripped‑down funk production and extended jam‑based 12" mix • Video directed by Patrick R. Epstein, featuring Prince in a typographic visual environment A stripped‑back Lovesexy groove, Alphabet St. launched as the lead single from Prince’s tenth album Lovesexy, debuting four weeks ahead of the album in the UK on 15 April 1988. Released globally in April 1988, the single arrived in a clear sleeve with a stylized sticker — a design approach also used for the follow‑up single Glam Slam. Historically, it stands as the first Prince‑related single ever issued on CD at the time of release, marking the beginning of Prince’s CD‑era singles. The B‑side was not a separate track but a continuation of the A‑side, completing the full song across both sides. 🟣 The Story Released in the UK on 15 April 1988, Alphabet St. opened the Lovesexy era with a minimalist visual presentation: all formats were issued in clear sleeves or cases with a sticker. The UK 7", 12", cassette, and CD mini‑single all followed this stripped‑back design. The 12", cassette, and CD formats included the extended mix This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip. The single entered the UK Official Singles Chart on 7 May 1988, peaking at No. 9 and spending 6 weeks on the chart. 🟣 Format: 7" Single (UK) Label: Paisley Park – W 7900 / W7900 / 927900‑7 Catalogue Number: W 7900 Released: 15 April 1988 — UK Chart Position: UK: #9 Track List — 7" Single Side A • Alphabet St. (Edit) — 2:25 Side B • Alphabet St. — 3:14 Writing Credits • Prince — all tracks Production Credits • Produced by: Prince ℗ WEA International Inc. © WEA International Inc. Published By – Warner Bros. Music Ltd. Distributed By – WEA Records Ltd. Record Company – Warner Communications Stickered clear PVC sleeve Original version available on the Paisley Park LP Lovesexy WX16 🟣 Format: 12" Single (UK) Label: Paisley Park – W 7900 (T) / W 7900 T Catalogue Number: W 7900 T Track List — 12" Single Side A • Alphabet St. (Album Version) Side B • Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) Writing Credits • Prince — all tracks Production Credits • Produced by: Prince Distributed By – WEA Records Ltd. ℗ WEA International Inc. © WEA International Inc. Published By – Warner Bros. Music Ltd. Record Company – Warner Communications Clear PVC sleeve with oval sticker: Prince – Alphabet St. – W 7900 T Barcode on labels; round sticker sealing flap Side A: From the Paisley Park LP Lovesexy WX164 Side B: Original version available on the Paisley Park LP Lovesexy WX164 🟣 Format: 12" White Label (UK) Label: Paisley Park – W 7900 T Catalogue Number: W 7900 T Track List — 12" White Label Side A • Alphabet St. (Album Version) Side B • Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) 🟣 Format: Cassette Single (UK) Label: Paisley Park – W 7900 C Catalogue Number: W 7900 C Track List — Cassette Single Side A • Alphabet St. (Album Version) — 5:40 • Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) — 7:48 Side B • Alphabet St. (Album Version) — 5:40 • Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) — 7:48 Title sticker on clear plastic case. ℗ Warner Bros. Records Inc. Manufactured By – Record Service GmbH Clear 5" j‑card case without artwork White title sticker: Prince – Alphabet St. – 920 930‑2 – W 7900 CD – 3 Inch compact disc single Disc: Manufactured in Germany by Record Service GmbH Alsdorf 🟣 Format: CD Mini Single (UK & Europe) Label: Paisley Park – 920 930‑2 / W 7900 CD Catalogue Number: 920 930‑2 / W 7900 CD Released: April 1988 — UK & Europe Format: CD, Mini, Single (3") Track List — CD Mini Single Alphabet St. (Album Version) — 5:40 Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) — 7:48 🟣 Key Highlights • UK release date: 15 April 1988 • Lead single from Lovesexy • First Prince single ever released on CD at the time of issue • B‑side is a continuation of the A‑side • All UK formats issued in clear sleeves with sticker • UK chart peak: #9 • Includes extended mix This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip on 12", cassette, and CD formats • Prince singles chronology: “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man” (1987) → “Alphabet St.” (1988) → “Glam Slam” (1988) 🟣 Personnel Prince — lead & backing vocals, electric guitar, Roland D‑50, synthesizers, bass guitar, Linn LM‑1, Dynacord ADD‑One, cuíca, handclaps Sheila E. — drums, handclaps Eric Leeds — saxophone Atlanta Bliss — trumpet Cat Glover — rap, backing vocals Boni Boyer — backing vocals Ingrid Chavez — spoken voice 🟣 Variants • 7" Single — Paisley Park – W 7900 — UK — 1988 • 12" Single — Paisley Park – W 7900 T — UK — 1988 • 12" White Label — Paisley Park – W 7900 T — UK — 1988 • Cassette Single — Paisley Park – W 7900 C — UK — 1988 • CD Mini Single — Paisley Park – 920 930‑2 / W 7900 CD — UK & Europe — 1988 🟣 Chart Performance UK — Official Singles Chart Peak Position: 9 Total Weeks: 6 First Chart Date: 07/05/1988 Chart Run: 18 → 9 → 11 → 29 → 52 → 66 🟣 Context & Notes • Single era: Lovesexy • Production: Prince • Sleeve notes: Stickered clear PVC sleeve • Historical placement: First Prince single issued on CD at release • Reissues / remasters: [Not supplied] 🟣 Video Title: Alphabet St. Director: Patrick R. Epstein Production Date: 20 March 1988 Producer: Michael R. Barnard Concept: Prince walking and driving a late‑60s Ford Thunderbird through an environment constructed from letters. Hidden Messages (as supplied) “Don’t buy The Black Album, I’m sorry.” B “heaven is so beautiful” D “dance 4 the light ” G “funk guitar” H “(heroin) is 4 punks” E “if U don’t mind” G “GOD I LOVE U ♡” 🟣 Mini‑Timeline 15 Apr 1988 — UK release 07 May 1988 — UK chart debut (#18) 14 May 1988 — UK peak (#9) 🟣 Glam Flashback A clear‑sleeved burst of Lovesexy funk — minimal packaging, maximal impact. 🟣 Sources Primary reference sources: Warner Bros., Paisley Park, Discogs, Official Charts Company, Prince Vault, archival documentation. 🟣 Copyright Notice All magazine scans, photographs, and original text excerpts referenced in this entry remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This Chronicle entry is a transformative, non‑commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

Prince released “Alphabet St.” as the lead single from his tenth studio album Lovesexy TRACK LIST US 7" Single (7-27900) A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. Alphabet St. (Cont.) – 3:14 US 12" Maxi-Single (0-20930) A. Alphabet St. (Album Version) – 5:40 B. Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 US Cassette Single (4-27900) Same tracklist as the 7" US CD Promo Single (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 All US Variants 7" Commercial Single (7-27900) – clear sleeve with sticker 12" Maxi-Single (0-20930) – clear sleeve with sticker Cassette Single (4-27900) – clear case with sticker CD Promo Single (PRO-CD-3079) CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100: Peak No. 8 US Hot Black Singles: Peak No. 3 PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, instruments, production Sheila E. – drums, handclaps Eric Leeds – saxophone Atlanta Bliss – trumpet Cat Glover – rap, backing vocals Boni Boyer – backing vocals Ingrid Chavez – spoken voice PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS All formats issued in clear sleeves/cases with stylized sticker only (no traditional artwork) Clean, minimalist presentation typical of the Lovesexy era WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Clear packaging with prominent title stickers. Labels feature the classic Paisley Park purple/gold paisley design with full track and production credits. RELATED MATERIAL Kiss (February/March 1986) Anotherloverholenyohead (October 20, 1986) Mountains (May 21, 1986) Sign o’ the Times (February/March 1987) U Got The Look (July 21, 1987) I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (November/December 1987) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • Billboard charts COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

A stripped‑back Lovesexy groove, Alphabet St. launched as the lead single from Prince’s tenth album Lovesexy RELEASE DETAILS Date: April 15, 1988 Catalogue: W 7900 (7") / W 7900 T (12") / W 7900 CD (CD) Format: 7" Single, 12" Maxi-Single, CD Mini Single, Cassette Country: United Kingdom Album: Lovesexy (1988) A-Side: Alphabet St. (Edit / Album Version) B-Side: Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) THE STORY Released in the UK on April 15, 1988 as the lead single from Lovesexy, “Alphabet St.” marked the beginning of the new era with a minimalist visual presentation. All formats were issued in clear sleeves/cases with a stylized sticker. The B-side is a continuation of the A-side, completing the full song across both sides. The 12", cassette, and CD formats included the extended mix “This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip.” It peaked at No. 9 on the UK Singles Chart. CONTEXT & NOTES This was the first Prince single issued on CD at the time of release. The clear packaging and sticker design gave it a stripped-back, modern feel that perfectly matched the Lovesexy aesthetic. The track features Cat Glover on rap and additional contributions from Sheila E., Eric Leeds, and others. TRACK LIST UK 7" Single (W 7900) A. Alphabet St. (Edit) – 2:25 B. Alphabet St. – 3:14 UK 12" Maxi-Single (W 7900 T) A. Alphabet St. (Album Version) – 5:40 B. Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 TRACK LIST (CD Mini Single) Alphabet St. (Album Version) – 5:40 Alphabet St. (This Is Not Music, This Is A Trip) – 7:48 All UK Variants 7" Single – Paisley Park W 7900 (clear PVC sleeve with sticker) 12" Single – Paisley Park W 7900 T (clear PVC sleeve with oval sticker) 12" White Label Promo – Paisley Park W 7900 T Cassette Single – Paisley Park W 7900 C (clear case with title sticker) CD Mini Single – Paisley Park 920 930-2 / W 7900 CD (clear 5" j-card case with white title sticker) CHART PERFORMANCE UK Singles Chart: Peak No. 9 (6 weeks) PERSONNEL Prince – lead & backing vocals, guitar, synthesizers, bass, programming Sheila E. – drums, handclaps Eric Leeds – saxophone Atlanta Bliss – trumpet Cat Glover – rap, backing vocals Boni Boyer – backing vocals Ingrid Chavez – spoken voice PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS All formats issued in clear sleeves/cases with sticker only (no traditional artwork) 7" and 12" in clear PVC with oval or title sticker CD mini single in clear j-card case with white title sticker WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Clear sleeves with prominent title stickers. Labels feature the classic Paisley Park purple/pink/gold paisley design with full track and production credits. RELATED MATERIAL Kiss (February/March 1986) Anotherloverholenyohead (October 20, 1986) Mountains (May 21, 1986) Sign o’ the Times (February/March 1987) U Got The Look (July 21, 1987) I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (November/December 1987) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • BBC Official Charts Company COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

A Sign O’ The Times rocker trimmed for radio and paired with a club‑ready B‑side RELEASE DETAILS Date: December 19, 1987 Catalogue: 0-20728 Format: 12" Maxi-Single, Promo, Cassette Country: United States Album: Sign o’ the Times (1987) A-Side: I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (LP Version / Fade) – 6:31 / 3:39 B-Side: Hot Thing (Edit / Extended Remix / Dub Version) THE STORY Released in the United States on December 19, 1987 as the fourth and final commercial single from Sign o’ the Times, “I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man” featured the full album version alongside Shep Pettibone remixes of “Hot Thing.” This was the first time Prince allowed an outside producer (Shep Pettibone, with edits by Junior Vasquez) to create official remixes for a commercial release. The single reached No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100. CONTEXT & NOTES This 12" maxi-single highlighted Prince’s growing openness to club culture in the late 1980s. The extended mixes of “Hot Thing” gave the track new life on dancefloors, while the A-side remained a powerful rock-funk showcase. TRACK LIST US 12" Maxi-Single (0-20728) A1. I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man – 6:31 A2. Hot Thing (Edit) – 3:40 B1. Hot Thing (Extended Remix) – 8:32 B2. Hot Thing (Dub Version) – 6:53 Cassette Long Box (4-20728) Same tracklist as the 12" Maxi-Single All US Variants 12" Maxi-Single — Paisley Park 0-20728 12" Promo — Paisley Park PRO-A-2770 A. I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man (Fade) – 3:39 B. I Could Never Take The Place Of Your Man – 6:31 CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot 100: Peak No. 10 PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, all instruments, production Shep Pettibone – additional production and remix (Hot Thing) Junior Vasquez – editing PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Front sleeve: Dramatic image of a shirtless Prince with necklaces and bracelets against a dark background Back sleeve: Text-heavy layout with track credits and Paisley Park branding Striking red and black colour scheme with live performance energy WHAT THE LABEL / SLEEVE SHOWS Front cover features Prince in an intense, shirtless pose with arms crossed. Back sleeve includes full track information. Labels display ornate Paisley Park Records design with purple and gold swirls, clearly listing tracks, remixes, and production credits. RELATED MATERIAL Kiss (February/March 1986) Anotherloverholenyohead (October 20, 1986) Mountains (May 21, 1986) Sign o’ the Times (February/March 1987) U Got The Look (July 21, 1987) For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault • Discogs • Billboard charts COPYRIGHT NOTICE All single artwork, photographs, logos, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.