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  • Prince (October 4, 1993) – "Peach" (CD1 / Part 1 Of A 2 Disc Set) UK

    "Peach" was released in the United Kingdom on October 4, 1993 as the first disc of a two-part CD single set. The song served as the second single overall, and the first UK single, from Prince's first compilation releases, The Hits 1 and The Hits 2. Although included on The Hits 2, "Peach" was promoted as a previously unreleased recording. In fact, the artwork and packaging had been prepared before the compilation's release and a sticker was added to explain the discrepancy after The Hits 2 reached stores. The release arrived three weeks after the UK issue of The Hits 1 and The Hits 2 and acted as a companion piece to the compilations. Rather than relying solely on current material, the single assembled a collection of edited hit recordings that had not been included on either compilation album. The two-disc configuration gave fans an opportunity to obtain a number of difficult-to-find single edits from different periods of Prince's career. As a result, many collectors view the Peach single set as an unofficial extension of The Hits project. RECORDING "Peach" was recorded for inclusion on The Hits 2 and represented one of several newly issued recordings associated with the compilation campaign. The single also featured edited versions of previously released Prince recordings drawn from various eras of his catalogue. STYLE & THEMES "Peach" combined blues-rock guitar, humour and stripped-down funk elements, providing a contrast to much of Prince's early-1990s material. The accompanying tracks highlighted the diversity of Prince's catalogue, ranging from the pop balladry of "Nothing Compares 2 U" to the dance-oriented sound of "My Name Is Prince" and "Girls & Boys". RELEASE HISTORY The UK release of Disc 1 occurred on October 4, 1993. Disc 2 followed one week later on October 11, 1993, allowing chart eligibility under the UK multi-format single rules of the period. The American release was delayed until November 18, 1993 and used a different format configuration focused primarily on "Peach" and "Nothing Compares 2 U". The single became a significant UK success, reaching number 14 on the Gallup Singles Chart. Elsewhere it achieved moderate European chart success but failed to break into the US Billboard Hot 100, instead reaching the Billboard Bubbling Under listing. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • Peach — New track released to promote The Hits 2. • Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) — Single edit included on selected formats. • Mountains — Included on UK CD1 as an additional catalogue track. • Partyman (Edit) — Rare version previously only available on the promotional collection The Crown Jewels. • Girls & Boys (Edit) — Included on the 12-inch release and UK CD2. • Money Don't Matter 2 Night (Edit) — Included on UK CD1. • I Wish U Heaven — Included on UK CD2. • My Name Is Prince (Edit) — Included on multiple formats as part of the retrospective concept. CERTIFICATIONS This single did not receive any certifications. AWARDS This single did not receive any awards. PERSONNEL Prince — writer, producer, performer PRODUCTION Label: Warner Bros. Records / Paisley Park Records Related Album: The Hits 2 NOTES • Released on October 4, 1993 as the first disc of a two-part UK CD single set. • Functioned as the first UK single from The Hits 2 and the second single overall from The Hits compilation campaign. • The release arrived only three weeks after The Hits 1 and The Hits 2 were issued in the United Kingdom. • Although included on The Hits 2, "Peach" was originally marketed as a previously unreleased recording. • Packaging was designed before the final compilation release sequence had been confirmed, requiring a corrective sticker to be added to UK copies. • The two-disc configuration effectively created an additional retrospective package built around non-album singles and edited hit versions omitted from The Hits 1 and The Hits 2. • "Partyman (Edit)" was particularly noteworthy because it had previously appeared only on the promotional compilation The Crown Jewels. • The Batman film introduction featuring Jack Nicholson was removed from this version, although the Kim Basinger sample, "Ooh, I love purple", remained intact. • The release drew material from multiple Prince eras, including tracks from Lovesexy, Batman, Diamonds And Pearls and Love Symbol Album. • UK chart performance was strong, reaching No. 14 and becoming one of the most successful singles from The Hits campaign. • The Netherlands provided the strongest European chart performance, where the single reached No. 9. • In the United States the single failed to enter the Billboard Hot 100 but reached No. 107 on the Bubbling Under chart. • The American CD and 7-inch editions used a simpler track configuration built around "Nothing Compares 2 U" rather than the expanded UK collector format. • Collectors often regard the complete two-disc set as an unofficial companion release to The Hits / The B-Sides box set. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS AMERICA Chart Entry Date Peak Weeks Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100 December 11, 1993 107 4 EUROPE Chart Peak UK Gallup Singles Chart 14 Belgium (Flanders) 13 Netherlands Top 40 9 Germany 45 France Top 50 35 Ireland 20 RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Catalogue Date Format Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park UK W0210CD1 October 4, 1993 CD Single (Disc 1) Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park UK W0210CD2 October 11, 1993 CD Single (Disc 2) Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park UK W0210 October 1993 7" Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park Germany 9362-41120-0 1993 12" Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park USA 7-18372 November 18, 1993 7" Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park USA 2-18372 November 18, 1993 CD Single Prince Peach Warner Bros. / Paisley Park USA PRO-CD-5992 1993 CD Promo TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting UK CD1 W0210CD1 • Peach (3:48) • Mountains (3:58) • Partyman (Edit) (3:07) • Money Don't Matter 2 Night (Edit) (4:12) UK CD2 W0210CD2 • Peach (3:48) • I Wish U Heaven (2:43) • Girls & Boys (Edit) (3:27) • My Name Is Prince (Edit) (4:05) UK 7" W0210 • Peach (3:48) • My Name Is Prince (Edit) (4:05) US 7" 7-18372 • Peach (3:48) • Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) (4:17) German 12" 9362-41120-0 • Peach (3:48) • Girls & Boys (Edit) (3:27) • My Name Is Prince (Edit) (4:05) • Partyman (Edit) (3:07) US CD 2-18372 • Peach (3:48) • Nothing Compares 2 U (Edit) (4:17) SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2, Marc Bolan ‘There Was A Time’ by Cliff McLenehan 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. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

  • Prince And The Revolution (October 2, 1985) – "America" b/w "Girl" Single: US

    "America" was released on October 2, 1985 as the fourth and final single issued from Around The World In A Day, Prince's eighth studio album and the second credited to Prince And The Revolution. In North America it served as the album's third commercial single and arrived approximately five and a half months after the album's release. 12" - USA - 0-20389 The single featured the non-album song "Girl" as its B-side and was supported by an expanded 12-inch edition containing extended versions of both tracks. The release became particularly notable for its mammoth extended version of "America", running 21 minutes and 46 seconds, making it the longest officially released extended mix in Prince's catalogue at the time. The cover artwork followed the design approach used for both "Raspberry Beret" and "Pop Life", featuring an enlarged detail from Doug Henders' painting created for the Around The World In A Day album sleeve. While "America" was released in most territories around the world, the United Kingdom instead received "Pop Life" as a concurrent single release, which also included "Girl" as its B-side. RECORDING "America" originated from the Around The World In A Day sessions and was recorded by Prince And The Revolution. The extended 12-inch version expanded the album recording into a 21:46 performance without receiving a separate mix title, being credited simply as "America". 12" - USA - 0-20389 In 2025, the full extended version was remastered by Bernie Grundman, mixed by Chris James, and issued digitally by The Prince Estate as a standalone release. STYLE & THEMES "America" combined rock, funk and psychedelic influences while continuing the colourful and experimental musical direction explored throughout Around The World In A Day. The extended version transformed the song into an expansive jam built around the original composition, becoming one of the most ambitious extended releases issued during Prince's 1980s commercial peak. TRACK-BY-TRACK NOTES • America — The final single issued from Around The World In A Day. • America (21:46 Version) — The longest extended commercial release issued by Prince during the era. • Girl — Exclusive non-album B-side included on both the 7-inch and 12-inch releases. • Girl (Extended Version) — Extended remix available on the US 12-inch single. RELEASE HISTORY The single was released in the United States on October 2, 1985 through Paisley Park Records and Warner Bros. Records. Commercial releases were issued on both 7-inch and 12-inch vinyl, supported by promotional pressings distributed to radio stations. No cassette or CD commercial editions were released during the original campaign. A remastered digital release of the complete 21-minute version appeared in July 2025 on streaming platforms as a standalone release. 7" - USA - 7-28999 CERTIFICATIONS This single did not receive any certifications. AWARDS This single did not receive any awards. PERSONNEL Prince And The Revolution — Artist Prince — writer, producer, performer The Revolution — performers Doug Henders — cover artwork Bernie Grundman — 2025 remastering Chris James — 2025 mix PRODUCTION Label: Paisley Park Records / Warner Bros. Records CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS AMERICA Chart Entry Date Peak Weeks Billboard Hot 100 October 19, 1985 46 7 Billboard Hot Black Singles November 2, 1985 35 8 EUROPE Chart Entry Date Peak Weeks Belgium (Flanders) December 28, 1985 35 1 DIGITAL REISSUE (2025 REMASTER) Territory Peak Position Spain 2 UK 6 Australia 6 France 9 Canada 22 Germany 34 Italy 38 RELEASE VARIANTS TABLE Artist Title Label Country Catalogue Date Format Prince And The Revolution America Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA 7-28999 October 2, 1985 7" Single Prince And The Revolution America Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA 0-20389 October 2, 1985 12" Single Prince And The Revolution America Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA 7-28999 1985 7" Promo Prince And The Revolution America Paisley Park / Warner Bros. USA PRO-A-2300 1985 12" Promo Prince And The Revolution America / Pop Life Warner Bros. USA GWB-0529 1987 7" Back To Back Hits Reissue Prince America (12" Version) The Prince Estate Worldwide Digital July 4, 2025 Digital Single TRACKLIST TABLE (ALL FORMATS) Format Catalogue Tracklisting 7" Single US: 7-28999 • America (3:40) • Girl (3:51) 12" Single US: 0-20389 • America (21:46) • Girl (Extended Version) (7:35) 7" Promo US: 7-28999 • America (3:40) • America (3:40) 12" Promo US: PRO-A-2300 • America (3:40) • America (3:40) 7" Back To Back Hits US: GWB-0529 • America (3:40) • Pop Life (3:42) Digital Single 2025 Remaster • America (12" Version) (21:41) 7" - USA - 7-28999 NOTES • Released on October 2, 1985 as the final single from Around The World In A Day. • The release served as the fourth and final single issued from the album worldwide and the third single in North America. • The single arrived approximately five and a half months after the parent album reached stores. • "Girl" was included as an exclusive non-album B-side and remains one of the best-known non-album recordings from the era. Promotional 12" - USA - PRO-A-2300 • Both the 7-inch and 12-inch configurations contained versions of "Girl", with the extended mix reserved for the 12-inch release. • The extended version of "America" ran for 21 minutes and 46 seconds and was the longest commercial extended version released by Prince. • Unlike many Prince extended mixes of the period, the 21-minute version was not given a separate remix title and was simply listed as "America". • The single sleeve used a magnified portion of Doug Henders' Around The World In A Day painting, continuing the visual design established by "Raspberry Beret" and "Pop Life". • In the United Kingdom, "Pop Life" remained the active single while "America" was promoted internationally. • The single reached No. 46 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 35 on Billboard Hot Black Singles. • Promotional 7-inch and 12-inch versions were distributed to American radio stations. • No commercial cassette or CD editions were released during the original 1985 campaign. • On July 4, 2025, The Prince Estate issued a newly remastered version of the full 21-minute recording on digital and streaming platforms. • The 2025 release was mastered by Bernie Grundman and mixed by Chris James. • The remastered edition achieved strong iTunes chart placements internationally, including Top 10 positions in Spain, the United Kingdom, Australia and France. SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2. 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. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

  • Prince (September 30, 2008) Indigo Nights - Live Album

    Indigo Nights is Prince’s fourth official live album, capturing electrifying aftershow performances from his historic 21 Nights in London residency at the O2 Arena in 2007. It was released exclusively bundled with the 21 Nights photo book by Prince & Randee St. Nicholas. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records Catalogue: 82382 (CD bundled with book) Format: CD (bundled with hardcover book) Country: Worldwide Released: 30 September 2008 Genre: Rock, Funk, Soul, R&B Length: 76:51 THE STORY A high-energy document of Prince’s legendary late-night aftershows at the IndigoO2. The album mixes Prince originals with bold covers and medleys, showcasing his band’s versatility and his fearless live reinterpretations. Standouts include extended jams on “3121,” “The One,” and fiery covers of “Rock Steady,” “Whole Lotta Love,” and “Misty Blue.” CONTEXT & NOTES Released alongside the lavish 21 Nights coffee-table book featuring Randee St. Nicholas’ photography. The CD had no standalone packaging or cover art (it used the book’s design). A deluxe Prince Opus edition later appeared in 2015 including the album on a custom iPod along with the 21 Nights In London documentary film. TRACK LISTING (2008 CD) 3121 — 7:44 Girls & Boys — 4:05 The Song Of The Heart — 1:39 Delirious — 2:01 Just Like U (Monologue) — 2:49 Satisfied — 6:19 Beggin’ Woman Blues — 6:43 Rock Steady — 6:37 Whole Lotta Love — 4:42 Alphabet St. — 6:09 Indigo Nights — 3:41 Misty Blue — 4:25 Baby Love — 3:54 The One — 9:08 All The Critics Love U In London — 7:05 Total Length: 76:51 NOTABLE COVERS & INTERPOLATIONS “Rock Steady” (Aretha Franklin) “Whole Lotta Love” (Led Zeppelin) “Misty Blue” (Dorothy Moore) “Baby Love” (The Supremes / Mother’s Finest) “Beggin’ Woman Blues” (medley with Cousin Joe & Louis Jordan material) TRACK LISTING (2007 Original CD) Planet Earth — 5:51 Guitar — 3:45 Somewhere Here On Earth — 5:46 The One U Wanna C — 4:29 Future Baby Mama — 4:47 Mr. Goodnight — 4:27 All The Midnights In The World — 2:22 Chelsea Rodgers — 5:41 Lion Of Judah — 4:11 Resolution — 3:41 Total Length: 45:00 PERSONNEL Core Band Prince — vocals, guitar, bass, keyboards C.C. Dunham — drums Joshua Dunham — bass Mr. Hayes & Renato Neto — keyboards Mike Phillips — saxophone, vocoder Greg Boyer — trombone Lee Hogans — trumpet Vocals Marva King, Shelby J., The Twinz (Nandy & Maya McClean) Beverly Knight — lead vocals on “Rock Steady” Production Prince — producer, arranger, engineer CHARTS The album was not eligible for traditional music charts as it was bundled with the book. The 21 Nights book reached No. 9 on the New York Times Hardcover Nonfiction list. SPECIAL EDITION Prince Opus (2015) Limited to 950 numbered copies ($2,100). Included a custom Prince-branded iPod pre-loaded with Indigo Nights audio + the 21 Nights In London 40-minute documentary film. SOURCES Album liner notes, official discography, Discogs, 45cat, Official Charts, Wikipedia, Prince Vault. COPYRIGHT NOTICE All album 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 SINGLES RELEASED Guitar (Europe only) Chelsea Rodgers (US promo) Future Baby Mama (France promo) The One U Wanna C (Holland promo PERSONNEL Musicians Prince — all vocals and instruments (except where noted) ADDITIONAL MUSICIANS AND BACKGROUND Shelby J., Marva King, Bria Valente, The Twinz — background & additional vocals C.C. Dunham, Joshua Dunham — rhythm section (select tracks) Maceo Parker, Candy Dulfer, Greg Boyer — horns Wendy Melvoin, Lisa Coleman — guest appearances Sheila E. — percussion Production Prince — producer, arranger, engineer Ian Boxill, L. Stu Young — engineers Mastering at Bernie Grundman Mastering Afshin Shahidi — photography Sam Jennings — design PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Striking lenticular retail cover (as shown) Mail on Sunday / concert versions in simple slipcard packaging No printed tracklist on early editions CHARTS America USA: Billboard 200 | 11 Aug. 2007 | 3 | 10 weeks USA: Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums | 11 Aug. 2007 | 1 | 18 weeks Europe (selected) UK: UK Albums Chart | 1 Apr. 2006 wait, correction from data: strong UK performance via covermount The Netherlands: Album Top 100 | 30 Jul. 2007 | 3 | 13 weeks SOURCES Album liner notes, official discography, Discogs, 45cat, Official Charts, Wikipedia, Prince Vault. All album 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

  • Prince (September 24, 1982) 1999 / How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – Single 7" US

    Prince released “1999” as the lead single from his double album of the same name on September 24, 1982 in the USA. The song became one of his signature anthems and a major hit upon re-release. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United States Released: September 24, 1982 Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “1999” B-Side: “How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince US 7" commercial single (back) (7-29896) featuring A-side: "1999" (Edit) – 3:35 and B-side: "How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?" – 3:54. Second pressing. Released in cream and brown labels, Specialty, Winchester, Jacksonville pressings. US VARIANTS US 7" commercial single (7-29896) featuring A-side: "1999" (Edit) – 3:35 and B-side: "How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?" – 3:54. First edition, released in a purple sleeve. US 7" Promo Single (7-29896) A. 1999 (Edit) (Stereo) – 3:35 B. 1999 (Edit) (Mono) – 3:35 (purple and company sleeve) US 12" Promo Single (PRO-A-1070) A. 1999 (Album Version) – 6:22 B. 1999 (Single Version) – 3:36 US 12" Promo Single (PRO-A-2042) A. 1999 (Single Version) – 3:36 B1. Free (Edit) – 4:35 B2. Automatic – 9:24 CHART PERFORMANCE United States Billboard Hot 100: Peak #44 (1982), re-peaked #12 (1983) United States Billboard Black Singles: Peak #4 INTERNATIONAL RELEASES (selective) Australia – Warner Bros. – 1982 Canada – Warner Bros. – 1982 Label: Warner Bros. Country: Germany Catalogue: 92.9896-7 Date: Dec 30 1982 Label: Warner Bros. Country: Japan Catalogue: P-1723 Date: 4 Dec 1982 Netherlands – Warner Bros. – 1982 USA – Warner Bros. – 1982 Bolivia – WEA – 1983 Ireland – Warner Bros. – 1983 Italy – Warner Bros. – 1983 New Zealand – Warner Bros. – 1983 Philippines – Warner Bros. – 1983 Sweden – Warner Bros. – 1983 Label: Warner Bros. Country: UK Catalogue: W 9896 / 929896-7 Date: January 7 1983 PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, all instruments Dez Dickerson, Lisa Coleman, Jill Jones – co-lead vocals on “1999” Production Produced by Prince “1999” was inspired by a TV special about the year 1999 and fears of the apocalypse. Prince turned the anxiety into a celebratory party anthem. The song features co-lead vocals from members of The Revolution and became one of his most iconic tracks, especially after re-releases and its inclusion in The Hits/The B-Sides. CONTEXT & NOTES Early US copies came in a generic purple die-cut sleeve. The song gained massive popularity upon re-release in 1983 and again when paired with “Little Red Corvette”. It remains a cultural touchstone and one of Prince’s most enduring hits. Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, Sleevographia2, Wikipedia. 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

  • Prince (September 21, 2018) Piano & A Microphone 1983 – Deluxe LP + CD EU

    A rare and intimate glimpse into Prince’s creative process, Piano & A Microphone 1983 captures raw, previously unreleased home studio recordings from 1983 in a limited deluxe vinyl and CD edition. RELEASE / PUBLICATION DETAILS Artist: Prince Title: Piano & A Microphone 1983 Date: September 21, 2018 Label: NPG Records / Warner Bros. Records Format / Type: Deluxe LP + CD Box Set, Limited Edition Country: European Union Catalogue: 603497858828 / R1 567737 TRACK LIST LP Side A Medley: 17 Days / Purple Rain / A Case of You / Mary Don’t You Weep / Strange Relationship / International Lover / Wednesday LP Side B Cold Coffee & Cocaine Why The Butterflies CD 17 Days Purple Rain A Case of You Mary Don’t You Weep Strange Relationship International Lover Wednesday Cold Coffee & Cocaine Why The Butterflies THE STORY Recorded in 1983 at Prince’s Kiowa Trail home studio in Chanhassen, Minnesota, these intimate solo piano and vocal performances were released for the first time in 2018. The deluxe edition pairs the 180g audiophile vinyl LP with a CD and a 12-page booklet featuring handwritten lyrics, exclusive photos by Allen Beaulieu, and essays by Lisa Coleman, Jill Jones, and Don Batts. CONTEXT & NOTES This release offers a deeply personal look at Prince’s early 1980s genius, featuring stripped-down versions of future classics alongside covers and unreleased material. It stands as one of the most vulnerable and revealing recordings in his vast catalog. PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, piano PRODUCTION Produced, Arranged, Composed and Performed by Prince Mastered by Bernie Grundman CHARTS Weekly Charts Debuted at No. 9 on the US Billboard 200 (2018) PACKAGING / ARTWORK HIGHLIGHTS Limited Edition Deluxe Set 180g Audiophile Black Vinyl 12-page booklet with handwritten lyrics and rare photos Exclusive print WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover features a striking black-and-white mirror self-portrait of Prince in his early-80s aesthetic. The back cover displays the full tracklist in elegant minimal typography. The package includes a high-quality booklet with personal notes and photographs. SOURCES Official Prince Estate release materials, Discogs, Warner Bros. Records and sleevographia2 All album artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

  • Prince (September 20, 1988) – "I Wish U Heaven" b/w "Scarlet Pussy" Single: United States

    Released on 20 September 1988 in the USA as a 7" single, I Wish U Heaven was the third single from Prince’s tenth album Lovesexy. Arriving four and a half months after the album, the single marked a return to traditional artwork after the sticker‑only sleeves used for Alphabet St. and Glam Slam. 7" - USA - 7-27745 The B‑side Scarlet Pussy (credited to Camille) became Prince’s first “hidden track” on CD editions, where it was unlisted. On vinyl and cassette, the track was listed normally, though still credited to Camille. The cover artwork displayed the title as Wish U Heaven, despite the labels and album listing it as I Wish U Heaven. The single did not enter the US Billboard Hot 100, but reached number 18 on the Billboard R&B chart Recorded during the Lovesexy sessions at Paisley Park. The B‑side Scarlet Pussy is a non‑album track credited to Camille, continuing Prince’s use of the persona. STYLE & THEMES The A‑side delivers a concise, uplifting Lovesexy‑era track with spiritual overtones and a bright, rhythmic pulse. The B‑side offers a playful, character‑driven Camille performance. Cassette single - USA - 4-27745 TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • I Wish U Heaven — A short, spiritual Lovesexy track with a clean, uplifting arrangement. • Scarlet Pussy — A Camille‑credited non‑album B‑side included in edited form on the US 7" single. RELEASE HISTORY Released 20 September 1988 in the USA as a 7" single. Issued with full artwork featuring imagery from the video. Multiple US promo editions were released with alternate edits and remixes. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS USA — Billboard Hot Black Singles: #18 Cassette single - USA - 4-27745 Europe — Belgium #26, Germany #53, Ireland #9, Netherlands #19, UK #24 Artist: Prince Title: I Wish U Heaven Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Country: United States Catalogue: 7‑27745 Date: September 20, 1988 Format: 7" Single Tracklist (7"): A — I Wish U Heaven — 2:43 B — Scarlet Pussy (Edit) — 4:10 (Camille) Tracklist (7" Promo): A — I Wish U Heaven (LP Version) — 2:43 B — I Wish U Heaven (LP Version) — 2:43 Notes: US‑only single entry. Camille credit on B‑side. Full artwork used. FULL TRACKLISTINGS TABLE — US RELEASES ONLY Format Catalogue Side / Track Version / Mix Length 7" Single — USA 7‑27745 A — I Wish U Heaven LP Version 2:43 B — Scarlet Pussy (Camille) Edit 4:10 Cassette Single — USA 4‑27745 1 — I Wish U Heaven LP Version 2:43 2 — Scarlet Pussy (Camille) Edit 4:10 7" Promo — USA 7‑27745 A — I Wish U Heaven LP Version 2:43 B — I Wish U Heaven LP Version 2:43 7" Promo — USA PRO‑S‑3371 A — I Wish U Heaven Radio Edit of Remix 4:25 B — I Wish U Heaven Single Edit of Remix 5:45 SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 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. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

  • Prince (September 19, 1980) Bambi / Still Waiting – Single 7" BE

    “Bambi” is a rare international single release from Prince’s self-titled second album. It was issued as the A-side in only two countries and highlighted Prince’s emerging rock guitar style. 7" - Belgium - WB 17.626 RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Belgium (also Barbados) Released: September 19 1980 A-Side: “Bambi” B-Side: “Still Waiting (Edit)” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Arranged by: Prince “Bambi” is one of Prince’s rarest commercial 7" singles, released as the A-side in only two countries (Belgium and Barbados) on 19 September 1980. Taken from his self-titled second album, the track stood out as a fiery rock song in an otherwise funk and R&B-dominated record, showcasing Prince’s Hendrix-inspired guitar playing TRACK LIST Belgium 7" Single (WB 17.626) A. Bambi – 4:21 B. Still Waiting (Edit) – 3:48 7" - Belgium - WB 17.626 7" - Barbados - WBS 49226 INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Barbados 7" Single (WBS 49226) A. Bambi – 4:21 B. Still Waiting (Edit) – 3:48 CONTEXT & NOTES Following the success of “I Wanna Be Your Lover,” “Bambi” hinted at the genre-blending direction Prince would later fully embrace. The song’s lyrics have drawn controversy over the years, yet Prince kept performing it live throughout his career, including a re-recording in 1993 for the unreleased The Undertaker project and live versions with 3rdEyeGirl in 2012. CHART PERFORMANCE Extremely limited release — did not chart. PERSONNEL Prince — lead vocals, guitar, all instruments Production Prince – producer, arranger, composer, performer SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 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. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

  • Prince (September 18, 2014) – "Funknroll" (Remix)" Single DL:

    Funknroll appears as the twelfth and final track on Prince and 3rdEyeGirl’s album Plectrumelectrum, and as the eleventh track on Prince’s Art Official Age in remixed form. The track was first mentioned publicly on 31 July 2013, before its live debut four days later. Prince and 3rdEyeGirl performed the song on The Arsenio Hall Show on 4 March 2014, with a studio version premiering two days later on Los Angeles radio station 102.3 KJLH. Two weeks before the album’s release, on 18 September 2014, the Art Official Age remix became available as a pre‑order download. A lyric video followed on 18 November 2014. RECORDING Basic tracking is assumed to have taken place in mid‑to‑late July 2013 at Paisley Park Studios in Chanhassen, Minnesota. Prince handled all vocals and most instrumentation, supported by 3rdEyeGirl members Hannah Ford, Ida Nielsen, and Donna Grantis. Joshua Welton contributed additional unidentified instrumentation. STYLE & THEMES The track blends high‑energy funk, rock‑driven momentum, and Prince’s signature rhythmic flair. The remix version on Art Official Age offers a more electronic, reshaped interpretation of the original arrangement. TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • Funknroll — The Plectrumelectrum studio version, driven by live‑band energy and guitar‑centric funk. • Funknroll (Remix) — The Art Official Age version, reimagined with a more electronic production approach. RELEASE HISTORY First released on 18 September 2014 as a pre‑order download for Art Official Age. The track later appeared on both Plectrumelectrum and Art Official Age. A lyric video premiered on 18 November 2014 via Warner Bros. Records’ YouTube account. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS France — SNEP Singles Chart: #113 USA — Billboard R&B Digital Song Sales: #23 PERSONNEL Prince — vocals, instruments Hannah Ford — drums Ida Nielsen — bass Donna Grantis — guitar Joshua Welton — additional instruments PRODUCTION Produced by Prince and Joshua Welton Artist: Prince / Prince and 3rdEyeGirl Title: Funknroll Date: September 18, 2014 Format: Digital / Album Track Notes: Appears on Plectrumelectrum and Art Official Age. Remix released as pre‑order bonus. Lyric video premiered 18 November 2014. SOURCES Prince Vault, Sleevographia2, Discogs. 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 (September 15, 1989) – "Partyman" b/w "Feel U Up (Short Stroke)" Maxi-Single: US

    Released on 15 September 1989, this 12" maxi‑single continued Prince’s Batman‑era momentum following the success of Batdance. Partyman delivers a riotous blast of late‑1980s funk, packed with Prince‑crafted remixes and playful self‑referential energy. The single’s bold yellow‑and‑ black Batman branding aligned it closely with the film’s promotional campaign. The B‑side, Feel U Up (Short Stroke), originated from the aborted Camille project and made its commercial debut here RECORDING Recorded during the Batman soundtrack sessions, Partyman features multiple Prince‑created mixes including the Purple Party Mix, Partyman Music Mix, and Video Mix. Feel U Up (Short Stroke) stems from earlier Camille‑era recordings. Additional remix work was consistent with the period’s club‑ oriented production style. STYLE & THEMES The A‑side delivers high‑energy funk with dense layering, samples, and Prince’s signature late‑1980s flair. The B‑side offers a stripped‑down, playful groove rooted in Camille’s distinct aesthetic. TRACK‑BY‑TRACK NOTES • Partyman — A frenetic Batman‑era funk track presented in multiple Prince‑created mixes, each highlighting different rhythmic and thematic elements. • Feel U Up (Short Stroke) — A previously unreleased Camille‑era cut, revived for this maxi‑single. RELEASE HISTORY Released 15 September 1989 in the USA as a 12" maxi‑single on Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Catalogue 0‑21370. Issued as the second single from the Batman soundtrack. The sleeve featured a simplified yellow‑and‑black Batman logo. The single maintained strong club appeal due to its multiple mixes. CHARTS & CERTIFICATIONS US Billboard Hot 100 — #18 US Billboard Hot Black Singles — #5 US Billboard Dance Club Play — #45 PERSONNEL Prince — vocals, all instruments, production, arrangement, remixes Shep Pettibone — additional remix PRODUCTION Produced by Prince Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Catalogue numbers: • 0‑21370 Artist: Prince Title: Partyman Label: Paisley Park / Warner Bros. Country: United States Catalogue: 0‑21370 Date: September 15, 1989 Format: 12" Maxi‑Single Tracklist (12"): A1 — Partyman (The Purple Party Mix) A2 — Partyman (Partyman Music Mix) B1 — Partyman (The Video Mix) B2 — Feel U Up (Short Stroke) 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. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

  • Prince (September 14, 2015) – Hitnrun Phase One Album Release

    Hitnrun Phase One is the 38th full‑length studio album by Prince. Initially announced as a Tidal exclusive on 7 September 2015, it was released one week later as a surprise CD/download on 14 September 2015, appearing on Amazon.fr before official listings were updated. Although the title references Prince’s long‑running “hit n’ run” one‑off shows dating back to Spring 1986, the album was recorded over an extended period and does not reflect a quick recording process. Much of the album was tracked in early‑to‑mid 2015 at Paisley Park Studios, with several songs originating from earlier sessions dating back to 1992, 1993–94, 2013, and 2014. Track Listing (CD Format) All songs written by Prince and Joshua Welton. • Million $ Show — Prince, Joshua Welton — 3:10 • Shut This Down — Prince, Joshua Welton — 3:03 • Ain’t About 2 Stop — Prince, Joshua Welton — 3:38 • Like A Mack — Prince, Joshua Welton — 4:04 • This Could B Us — Prince, Joshua Welton — 4:11 • Fallinlove2nite — Prince, Joshua Welton — 3:12 • X’s Face — Prince, Joshua Welton — 2:38 • Hardrocklover — Prince, Joshua Welton — 3:42 • Mr. Nelson — Prince, Joshua Welton — 2:27 • 1000 X’s & O’s — Prince, Joshua Welton — 4:27 • June — Prince, Joshua Welton — 3:21 Total length: 37:53 Album Details Released: 14 September 2015 Recorded: 1992; 1993–94; 2013; 2014; early–mid 2015 Studios: Paisley Park Studios, Chanhassen, MN, USA (assumed) Length: 37:53 Labels: NPG Records Producer: Prince; Joshua Welton Reception Album reached #7 on Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums and #70 on Billboard 200. Failed to reach top 10 in Europe, Australia, Japan. Personnel Prince All vocals, bass, guitar (except where noted) Joshua Welton Keyboards, drum programming; vocals on X’s Face Judith Hill Co‑lead vocals on Million $ Show Michael B. Nelson Trombone on Million $ Show, Fallinlove2nite Steve Strand Trumpet on Million $ Show, Fallinlove2nite Dave Jensen Trumpet on Million $ Show, Fallinlove2nite Kenni Holmen Tenor sax on Million $ Show, Fallinlove2nite Kathy Jensen Baritone sax on Million $ Show, Fallinlove2nite Stringenius Strings on Million $ Show, Fallinlove2nite Rita Ora Vocals on Ain’t About 2 Stop Curly Fryz (Charli Curiel, Danielle Curiel) Rap/vocals on Like A Mack NPG Hornz (Keith Anderson, Marcus Anderson, Lynn Grissett, Joey Rayfield) Horn section on Like A Mack Donna Grantis, Hannah Welton, Ida Nielsen (3rdEyeGirl) Guitar solo + background vocals on Ain’t About 2 Stop Lianne La Havas Lead vocals on Mr. Nelson (sampled from Clouds) Additional Personnel • Michael B. Nelson — horn/string arrangements • Adi Yeshaya — string arrangements • Martin Homent — cover illustration Technical • Prince — co‑producer, co‑arranger, mixer • Joshua Welton — co‑producer, co‑arranger, mixer • Michael B. Nelson — string production • Adi Yeshaya — string arrangements Singles from Hitnrun Phase One Fallinlove2nite — Released prior to album Hardrocklover — Released ten weeks before album This Could B Us — Released two weeks before Tidal release Charts USA Billboard 200 — #70 Billboard Top R&B/Hip Hop Albums — #7 Billboard R&B Albums — #2 Billboard R&B Album Sales — #2 Billboard R&B/Hip Hop Album Sales — #7 Billboard Top Album Sales — #34 Billboard Internet Albums — #11 Europe Belgium Flanders — #27 France — #32 Netherlands — #11 UK — #50 Asia Japan ORICON — #47 Pacific Australia ARIA — #50 SOURCES Discogs, 45 World, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts, Prince Vault, Sleeveographia2 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. No ownership of the original material is claimed or implied.

  • Prince (September 12, 1985) Prince Talks: The Silence Is Broken – Rolling Stone Cover + Six-Page Feature

    One of the most important and visually striking Rolling Stone covers of the 1980s, featuring Prince’s major interview breaking his silence after Purple Rain. Publication: Rolling Stone Date: September 12, 1985 (Issue No. 456) Country: United States Section / Pages: Front Cover + Six-Page interior feature This landmark Rolling Stone cover and extensive six-page interview captures Prince opening up about his life, career, family, and creative process. The feature includes candid reflections on his upbringing in Minneapolis, his relationship with his parents, the Purple Rain era, and his evolving artistic vision. The striking turquoise turtleneck cover portrait became one of the definitive images of Prince in the mid-1980s. FEATURE HIGHLIGHTS Event: Major cover story and in-depth interview with Prince Era: 1985 – Post-Purple Rain peak Tone: Intimate, revealing, and iconic Photography: Classic Neil Zlozower cover portrait + multiple interior shots Audience: Worldwide rock and pop culture readers WHAT THE CLIPPING SHOWS The full package includes the iconic Rolling Stone cover with Prince in a bright turquoise turtleneck and the bold headline “PRINCE TALKS THE SILENCE IS BROKEN”, plus a six-page interior feature with extensive text, additional photographs, and in-depth conversation. All magazine 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.

  • Prince O(+> (September 12, 2019) “My Computer” – 7" Single Germany (Musikexpress Magazine Cover Mount)

    This limited 7" single was released as a cover mount with the October 2019 issue of German Musikexpress magazine to promote the reissues of Emancipation and The Versace Experience. "My Computer" is a standout track from Prince’s triple album Emancipation. Featuring haunting background vocals from Kate Bush, the song explores themes of digital isolation and human connection in the emerging internet age. PERSONNEL Prince – vocals, all instruments, production Kate Bush – background vocals (on My Computer) Format: 7" Single (Magazine Cover Mount) Country: Germany Artist: Prince Label: NPG Records / Warner Date: September 12, 2019 TRACK LIST Side A My Computer (feat. Kate Bush) (4:36) Side B Shhh (X-cerpt) (3:55) Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, sleevographia2. All single artwork, photographs, labels, and original text excerpts remain the property of their respective copyright holders. This entry is a transformative, non-commercial archival summary created for historical documentation and educational reference.

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