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Debut of Prince’s You’re My Love On October 23, 1986, country music icon Kenny Rogers released his album They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To through RCA Records in the United States, featuring the Prince-composed track "You’re My Love". This album marked a notable collaboration between the country legend and the pop-funk innovator, blending Rogers’ smooth baritone with Prince’s distinctive songwriting flair. Issued primarily on vinyl, cassette, and CD, the release targeted Rogers’ established country audience while subtly introducing a Prince-penned gem. Below, explore the background, significance, and details of this album, with a focus on You’re My Love. Background and Context Kenny Rogers’ Career in 1986 Born August 21, 1938, in Houston, Texas, Kenny Rogers had solidified his status as a country-pop crossover star by the mid-1980s. With hits like Lucille (1977), The Gambler (1978), and Islands in the Stream (1983) with Dolly Parton, Rogers dominated the country charts, earning multiple Grammys and CMA awards. By 1986, his career was at a commercial peak, with What Are We Doin’ in Love (1981) and Lady (1980, written by Lionel Richie) showcasing his ability to blend genres. They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To was his 18th studio album, aiming to maintain his momentum amid a shifting music landscape. The They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To Album Released on October 23, 1986, the album was recorded at Lion Share Recording Studio in Los Angeles and produced by George Martin, known for his work with The Beatles. Featuring 10 tracks, it leaned into Rogers’ signature storytelling style, with songs like the title track (a nostalgic tribute to classic values) and Twenty Years Ago. The album peaked at #19 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and #108 on the Billboard 200, selling moderately with around 300,000 copies. Critics noted its polished production but felt it lacked the innovation of Rogers’ earlier works, though Prince’s contribution stood out. The Song You’re My Love You’re My Love, credited to Prince under the pseudonym Joey Coco, was co-written with Rogers and recorded in 1985–1986. This pop-country ballad, clocking in at 4:10, features Rogers’ warm vocals over a gentle acoustic arrangement with subtle synth touches—Prince’s influence shining through his minimalist input. Lyrically, it’s a tender love song (“You’re my love, my guiding star”), contrasting Prince’s usual funky output. Prince likely contributed during a session at Paisley Park, possibly during a break from Parade (1986), though his exact role (beyond co-writing) remains unconfirmed. The track was not released as a single but gained attention as an album highlight. Chart Performance: The album charted modestly (#19 Country, #108 Billboard 200), but You’re My Love was not singled out as a hit. Lead single Tomb of the Unknown Love reached #7 on Hot Country Songs, while They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To hit #11. Prince’s involvement boosted underground buzz, though it didn’t translate to mainstream crossover. Cultural Context October 1986 saw country music thriving with acts like Randy Travis (Diggin’ Up Bones #2 Country) and pop-country hybrids like Rosanne Cash. Prince, fresh from Parade’s release (October 20, 1986), was experimenting beyond his core genre, collaborating with Rogers amid his Under the Cherry Moon film promotion. This unlikely pairing reflected 80s cross-genre trends, though it received mixed reviews from purists on both sides. The US Album Release Formats The They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To album was issued in multiple formats by RCA, targeting Rogers’ broad fanbase. Below are the confirmed US variants, sourced from Discogs and AllMusic. Vinyl LP Label: RCA Records – 5711-1-R Format: Vinyl, LP, Album Country: US Released: October 23, 1986 Genre: Country, Pop Style: Country Pop, Ballad Details: Black vinyl in a gatefold sleeve with Rogers in a vintage suit against a sepia backdrop, including liner notes by George Martin. Pressed in the US for retail distribution. A1 This Love We Share - 4:31 A2 If I Could Hold On To Love - 4:15 A3 You're My Love - 4:06 A4 Time For Love - 3:22 A5 They Don't Make Them Like They Used To - 4:31 B1 Life Is Good, Love Is Better - 3:55 B2 Just The Thought Of Losing You - 4:13 B3 Anything At All - 4:35 B4 After All This Time - 4:17 B5 Twenty Years Ago - 3:44. Cassette Label: RCA Records – 5711-4-R Format: Cassette, Album Country: US Released: October 23, 1986 Genre: Country, Pop Style: Country Pop, Ballad Details: Cassette in a J-card with the same artwork as the LP. A1 This Love We Share - 4:31 A2 If I Could Hold On To Love - 4:15 A3 You're My Love - 4:06 A4 Time For Love - 3:22 A5 They Don't Make Them Like They Used To - 4:31 B1 Life Is Good, Love Is Better - 3:55 B2 Just The Thought Of Losing You - 4:13 B3 Anything At All - 4:35 B4 After All This Time - 4:17 B5 Twenty Years Ago - 3:44 CD Label: RCA Records – 5711-2-R Format: CD, Album Country: US Released: October 23, 1986 Genre: Country, Pop Style: Country Pop, Ballad Details: CD in a jewel case with the LP artwork. 1 This Love We Share - 4:32 2 If I Could Hold On To Love - 4:13 3 You're My Love - 4:06 4 Time For Love - 3:23 5 They Don't Make Them Like They Used To - 4:29 6 Life Is Good, Love Is Better - 3:56 7 Just The Thought Of Losing You - 4:14 8 Anything At All - 4:35 9 After All This Time - 4:18 10 Twenty Years Ago - 3:47 Musical Innovation You’re My Love bridged Prince’s pop-soul sensibilities with Rogers’ country roots, a rare crossover. Its acoustic simplicity contrasted Prince’s Parade funk, showcasing his versatility. Critics like Robert Christgau noted its “unexpected charm,” though it was overshadowed by Rogers’ bigger hits. Rogers’ US Presence In 1986, Rogers was a country mainstay, with They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To reinforcing his balladry. Prince’s contribution added a cult appeal, though it didn’t shift Rogers’ core audience significantly. Broader Context of October 23, 1986 The US charts featured Bon Jovi’s You Give Love a Bad Name (#1) and Janet Jackson’s Control era, with country thriving via Randy Travis. Prince’s Parade (released days earlier) and Rogers’ album reflected 80s genre fluidity. Collectibility and Modern Availability Collectibility: The CD is rarest, valued at $15–$30; vinyl/cassette at $5–$25. Prince’s involvement boosts interest among his fans. Streaming and Reissues: Album on Spotify/Apple Music via Rogers’ catalog (remastered 2018). You’re My Love lacks a standalone release; Prince’s vault may hold demos. Physical Media: Original pressings scarce on Discogs; reissues rare. Additional Notes Prince Collaboration: One of few Prince-Rogers works, predating Purple Rain outtakes. Rogers praised Prince’s “genius” in interviews. Fan Reception: Prince fans on prince.org call it a “hidden treasure”; country fans mixed on its pop lean. October 23, 1986, Context: Timed with Parade buzz, enhancing cross-promotion. Legacy They Don’t Make Them Like They Used To, released October 23, 1986, blends Kenny Rogers’ country charm with Prince’s pop soul in You’re My Love. Though not a hit, it’s a unique artifact of their 80s crossover. Collectors seek the CD; fans stream its warmth. Explore more at princevault.com or kennyrogers.com.

The single, like the song, was solely credited to The Time. It became available four and a half months after the album's debut, despite The Time having disbanded over two months prior. Released on January 8, 1991, "Shake!" by The Time was the fifth and final single from Prince's twelfth album, Graffiti Bridge. The single also included a remix of "The Latest Fashion," another song from Graffiti Bridge. Interestingly, the Boom Mix version of Shake! on the maxi-single features vocals by Levi Seacer, Jr. and samples from tracks on the Graffiti Bridge album (Release It, Graffiti Bridge, The Latest Fashion, Shake! and We Can Funk). This method of introducing the album in a track was similarly used for 2 Whom It May Concern in 1992 (and to some extent on the Dance Remix of Let’s Work in 1982). Both tracks (and 7) incorporate samples of a man laughing from Simon Harris’ "Beats, Breaks & Scratches" series (specifically Evil Laugh from the fourth volume). Therefore, this laugh sample in 2 Whom It May Concern and 7 is not regarded as a sample from the Boom Mix of Shake!. The backing music for the Boom Mix also originates from this collection (100 BPM - Ruff Loop) and is actually a looped sample from Average White Band and Ben E. King’s 1977 song A Star In The Ghetto. Additional vocal samples from this series (volumes 3 and 4) were used for the Extended Mix of Shake!. Both the Boom Mix and the Battle Mix also include a dialogue scene (between Prince and The Time members) taken from the Graffiti Bridge movie. In a 1994 interview with Q Magazine, Morris Hayes mentioned that during his work on one of the remixes of Shake! for this release, Prince invited him to record with him. 12" A1. Shake! (Extended Mix) (4:57) A2. Shake! (Battle Mix) (4:01) A3. Shake! (Funky House Mix) (8:03) B1. The Latest Fashion (Remix) (6:15) B2. Shake! (Boom Mix) (5:05) B3. Shake! (Album Version) (4:01) Cat #: USA: 0-21817 CD 1. Shake! (Extended Mix) (4:57) 2. Shake! (Battle Mix) (4:01) 3. Shake! (Funky House Mix) (8:03) 4. The Latest Fashion (Remix) (6:15) 5. Shake! (Boom Mix) (5:05) 6. Shake! (Album Version) (4:01) Cat #: USA: 9 21817-2

A Prince-Powered R&B Reinvention Sheena Easton’s The Lover In Me LP, was released on November 7, 1988 on MCA Records (catalogue: MCG 6036) in the UK. This 10-track synth-pop, funk, and R&B album featured two Prince-written/produced tracks (“101” and “Cool Love,” credited to Joey Coco). Produced by L.A. & Babyface, Angela Winbush, and Jellybean Productions, Inc, it peaked at No. 30 on the UK Albums Chart where it remained for 7 weeks. Album Overview: The album features a more Urban/R&B sound compared to Easton's earlier work, thanks to production by renowned figures like L.A. Reid, Babyface, and John Jellybean" Benitez. Its title track became a significant hit, climbing to number 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. The album itself reached number 44 on the US Billboard 200 and number 30 on the UK Albums Chart, earning a Gold certification from the RIAA. This album is among Easton's best sellers, marking her return to the US and UK charts. Notably, in the UK, it was her first album to chart in over five years, with the lead single becoming her first top 20 hit in nearly eight years. In 2006, Cherry Red Records (UK) re-released "The Lover in Me" as an Expanded Edition, featuring remastered tracks and bonus content. On May 27, 2016, the album became available for digital download on iTunes in the US. Single releases The album's title track was the first single to be released, climbing to number 2 on the US Billboard Hot 100, number 5 on Billboard's Hot Black Singles chart, and number 15 on the UK Singles Chart. Other singles from the album include "Days Like This," which reached No. 35 on the US R&B chart and No. 43 in the UK, and "101," which hit No. 54 in the UK and No. 2 on the US Dance chart. "101" was penned for Easton by Prince using the pseudonym Joey Coco, as was the album track "(Cool Love)." Another single, "No Deposit, No Return," was released in the US but did not chart. "Follow My Rainbow" reached number 14 on the Dutch Single Top 100 and entered the top 40 in Belgium's Flanders region. The song is featured in the "Deliver Us from Evil" episode of Miami Vice, where Easton's character, Caitlin Davies-Crockett, performs it shortly before her character is killed off. Album Breakdown: Track List: 1 No Deposit, No Return Backing Vocals – Babyface, Karyn White, Sheena Easton Co-producer – Kayo Drums, Percussion – L.A. Reid Keyboards – Babyface, Kayo Producer – L.A. & Babyface Written-By – Babyface, D. Simmons, Kayo , L.A. Reid 5:55 A2 The Lover In Me Backing Vocals – Babyface, Daryl Simmons, Karyn White, Sheena Easton Drums, Percussion – L.A. Reid Keyboards – Babyface, Kayo Producer – L.A. & Babyface Saxophone [Solo] – Larry Williams Written-By – Babyface, D. Simmons*, L.A. Reid 5:03 A3 Follow My Rainbow Backing Vocals – Babyface, Sheena Easton Bass – Kayo Drums, Percussion – L.A. Reid Keyboards – Babyface Percussion – Daryl Simmons Producer – L.A. & Babyface Written-By – Babyface 4:55 A4 Without You Backing Vocals – Timothy B. Schmit Drums – John Robinson Guitar – Danny Jacob, Tony Maiden Keyboards, Percussion – Angela L. Winbush Producer, Written-By – Angela L. Winbush Sequenced By [Keyboard], Synthesizer [Additional], Percussion, Synthesizer [Solo], Synthesizer [Bass] – Jeff Lorber 5:37 A5 If It's Meant To Last Backing Vocals – Alfa Anderson, Janice Pendarvis, Robin Clark Drums – Jellybean Guitar – Felicia Collins Producer – Jellybean Synthesizer – Dave Lebolt Ed Terry Written-By – Allee Willis, Danny Sembello 4:07 B1 Days Like This Backing Vocals – Babyface, Karyn White, Sheena Easton Drums, Percussion – L.A. Reid Keyboards – Babyface, Kayo Producer – L.A. & Babyface Written-By – L.A. Reid / Babyface 5:07 B2 One Love Backing Vocals – Babyface, Dee Bristol, Sheena Easton Drums, Percussion – L.A. Reid Featuring, Rap [Deele Rap] – The Deele Keyboards – Babyface, Kayo Producer – L.A. & Babyface Written-By – L.A. Reid / Babyface 4:54 B3 101 Producer – Prince Written-By, Instruments [All] – Joey Coco 4:06 B4 Cool Love Producer – Prince Producer [Additional Production] – David Leonard Remix – Csaba Petocz Written-By, Instruments [All] – Joey Coco 4:03 B5 Fire And Rain Backing Vocals – Angela L. Winbush, Sheena Easton Drum Programming [Additional], Synthesizer – Jeff Lorber Drum Programming, Synthesizer, Piano [Acoustic] – Angela L. Winbush Guitar – Tony Maiden Synthesizer, Percussion [Toms] – Rayford Griffin Written-By, Producer – Angela L. Winbush 5:56 Licensed To – MCA Records Ltd. Phonographic Copyright ℗ – MCA Records, Inc. Copyright © – MCA Records, Inc. The album was also released on Cassette Album (256 008-4): A1 No Deposit, No Return A2 The Lover In Me A3 Follow My Rainbow A4 Without You A5 If It's Meant To Last B1 Days Like This B2 One Love B3 101 B4 Cool Love B5 Fire And Rain Compact Disc Album (8DJL 420) 1 No Deposit, No Return 2 The Lover In Me 3 Follow My Rainbow 4 Without You 5 If It's Meant To Last 6 Days Like This 7 One Love 8 101 9 Cool Love 10 Fire And Rain Do you have The Lover In Me in your vinyl stack? Which track loves you back? Share in the comments ! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTubeh

A Prince-Powered New Jack Soul Debut Tevin Campbell’s T.E.V.I.N. was released globally starting November 19, 1991 on Qwest/Warner Bros. Records. Executive-produced by Quincy Jones & Benny Medina, this platinum-selling debut showcased the 15-year-old’s silky vocals on a mix of new jack swing, soul, and ballads — including the Prince-penned/produced “Round And Round (Soul Mix Edit)”. Peaked at No. 26 on the Billboard 200 and No. 5 on Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums. Issued worldwide in vinyl, cassette, and CD (including long box, club editions, and Japanese OBI variants), it’s a cornerstone of early-’90s R&B. Album Overview Release Details Label: Qwest Records / Warner Bros. Records. Formats: Vinyl LP, cassette, CD (standard, long box, club, promo, Japanese OBI). Executive-Producer: Quincy Jones, Benny Medina. Track Listing Vinyl LP Round And Round (Soul Mix Edit) 4:54 Interlude / Over The Rainbow And On To The Sun 0:45 Tell Me What You Want Me To Do 5:00 Lil' Brother 4:25 Alone With You 4:07 Strawberry Letter 23 5:32 One Song 4:23 Just Ask Me To 4:38 Goodbye 4:10 Perfect World 4:27 Confused 4:30 Look What We'd Have (If You Were Mine) 4:27 She's All That 4:50 Credits: Kim James Engineer [Assistant] Marnie Riley Engineer [Assistant] Benny Medina Executive-Producer Quincy Jones Executive-Producer David "Frazeman" Frazer* Mixed By Mick Guzauski Mixed By Al B. Sure! Producer Kyle West Producer Narada Michael Wald Producer Quincy Jones Producer David "Frazeman" Frazer* Recorded By Elliot Peters Recorded By Femi Yesterday Recorded By Susan\Rogers Recorded By Terry Christian Recorded By Richard McKernan Recorded By [Additional Strings] Marc "Elvis" Reyburn Recorded By [Additional] Cassette Album (4-26291) Side A 1. Round And Round (Soul Mix Edit) 2. Interlude / Over The Rainbow And On To The Sun 3. Tell Me What You Want Me To Do 4. Lil' Brother 5. Strawberry Letter 23 6. One Song Side B 1. Just Ask Me To (feat. Chubb Rock) 2. Goodbye 3. Perfect World 4. Confused 5. Look What We'd Have (If You Were Mine) 6. She's All That CD Album (9 26291-2) 1. Round And Round (Soul Mix Edit) (4:54) 2. Interlude / Over The Rainbow And On To The Sun (0:49) 3. Tell Me What You Want Me To Do (5:03) 4. Lil' Brother (4:09) 5. Alone With You (5:07) 6. Strawberry Letter 23 (4:07) 7. One Song (4:27) 8. Just Ask Me To (4:07) 9. Goodbye (4:17) 10. Perfect World (4:32) 11. Confused (4:57) 12. Look What We'd Have (If You Were Mine) (4:40) 13. She's All That (4:48)) Reissues & Global Variants (selected) - LP, Album – Qwest 7599-26291-1 – Germany – 1991 - LP, Album – Qwest none – US – 1991 - 2×LP, Album, Promo – Qwest PRO-A-5287 – US – 1991 - LP, Album – Warner Bros. 26291-1 – Jamaica – 1991 - LP, Album – Warner Bros. WBC 1725 – South Africa – 1991 - LP, Album – Warner Music Korea 7599-26291-1 – South Korea – 1992 - Cassette, Album – Qwest 4-26291 – US – 1991 - Cassette, Album, Club – Qwest W4 26291 / C 135412 – US – 1991 - Cassette, Album – Qwest 7599-26291-4 – Europe – 1991 - Cassette, Album – Gallo ZWBC 1725 – South Africa – 1991 - CD, Album – Qwest 9 26291-2 – US – 1991 - CD, Album, Longbox – Qwest 9-26291-2 – US – 1991 - CD, Album, Club – Qwest W2 26291 – US – 1991 - CD, Album – Qwest 7599-26291-2 – Europe – 1991 - CD, Album – Qwest CD 26291 – Canada – 1991 - CD, Album – Qwest WPCP-4624 – Japan (OBI) – 1991 - CD, Album, Promo – Qwest 9-26291-2-DJ – US – 1991 - CD, Album, Reissue – Qwest WPCR-339 – Japan – 1995 - CD, Album, Reissue – Qwest WPCR-2524 – Japan – 1997 Production and Context Executive-Produced by Quincy Jones & Benny Medina. Key producers: Narada Michael Walden, Al B. Sure!, Arthur Baker, Michael Omartian, Prince (“Round And Round”). Recorded 1990–1991. A teenage R&B prodigy’s debut, launched by Quincy Jones after Campbell’s appearance on Jones’ Back on the Block. Singles Released: - Tell Me What You Want Me To Do (No. 6 Hot 100, No. 1 R&B) - Goodbye (No. 2 R&B) - Round And Round (Soul Mix Edit) (No. 12 Hot 100, No. 3 R&B) - Just Ask Me To (feat. Chubb Rock) - Alone With You Album Chart Performance: - USA (Billboard 200): 26 - USA (Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums): 5 Legacy and Collectibility T.E.V.I.N. is Tevin Campbell’s platinum new jack soul debut, with Prince’s “Round And Round” a standout. Original US vinyls fetch £20–£50 on eBay/Discogs, cassettes/CDs (£5–£15). Verify catalogue 4-26291 / 9 26291-2. Streams on Spotify preserve the early-’90s R&B silk. This LP is a must-have for new jack swing and Prince satellite collectors. Do you have T.E.V.I.N. in your vinyl stack? Which track spins your soul? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube

Prince & 3rdEyeGirl go interstellar – Marz video premiere! The music video for the Prince & 3rdEyeGirl track Marz  premiered on YouTube on January 19, 2015. The video features footage from their electrifying performance on Saturday Night Live , November 1, 2014.

Q Magazine cover and seven page feature July 1994

The Minneapolis Star 6 February 1980 Jon Bream A lot of people don’t know what to make of Prince. They don’t understand his music, they don’t understand the unusual outfits he wears and they don’t understand how such an extraordinary young talent could come from Minneapolis. “That tripped me out when Dick Clark asked how I could come from Minneapolis, of all places,” said Prince, recalling his interview and performance of his hit single, “I Wanna Be Your Lover,” on television’s “American Bandstand.” “That really gave me an attitude for the rest of the talk. TV personalities are hard to talk to. They come out of certain bags. Music is music. A place is a place.” Yet, Prince’s recent appearances on “Bandstand” and “The Midnight Special” have people asking who is this guy and where is he coming from? The 20-year-old musician (who doesn’t use his last name) is from Minneapolis, where he will perform Saturday at the Orpheum Theater. He plays more than 20 instruments; has written, performed and produced two entire albums by himself, and his “I Wanna Be Your Lover” climbed to No. 1 on the soul charts and No. 11 on the pop charts this winter. In short, Prince is the most important young recording wiz to emerge since Michael Jackson and Stevie Wonder. Like Wonder’s music, Prince’s material seems to elude classification. When he took his band on a brief concert tour this winter (it was cut short by illness), the audiences and critics didn’t quite know what to make of Prince, he says. "They didn’t understand that we are trying to bridge the worlds of rock, funk, jazz and whatever,” Prince explained this week. “The critics were led to believe we would be laid-back because of the albums. The albums are not as fiery as the concert. Older people found it hard to get into us. The kids were the smartest. They are ready for a change. you have to tell them the truth, whether it’s politics, lyrics, music, school, busing. Kids are a lot more aware.” Offstage, Prince is shy. He says he would rather listen than talk--he learns more that way. Onstage, however, he is dynamic, energetic and undeniably sexy. Just ask the teen-age girls, who make up a large part of his following. Yet, for older, second-generation rock fans, Prince says he is “shock treatment.” “They thought we were gay or freaks. We’re wild and free. It’s no holds barred.” Part of the stir is over Prince’s outfits, which have been described as tight, scanty and provocative. “We can’t dress in three-piece suits or glitter outfits or raggedy clothes. It’s (the outfits are) basically us. I wear what I wear because I don’t like clothes. this is what’s most comfortable. “People should wake up and not worry about what people think about them. Like it was in the ’60s.” The crowds at concerts were wilder than the acts sometimes. It was live. Now it’s all commercial and cool. We’ll suffer a slow death like that.” Now that Prince is comfortable with his image, he says, he has become more comfortable onstage. Last January in Minneapolis’ Capri theater, when he gave his first performance since high school, the recording studio wizard was nervous. Now, he says, he “can find fire” with the young Minneapolis musicians in his band (with whom he may even record parts of his next album). And he is looking forward to his concert Saturday, even though few people in the Twin Cities have heard his hit. Only one local radio station--a disco-oriented one --regularly played the record, but Prince didn’t expect much air play here anyway. “Until radio programmers wake up to the fact that we are far behind here, people will probably want to leave if they can,” he says. “I’d play their (programmers’) record even if its wasn’t good music. If it’s good music, it’s good music. I’m not saying mine is good. But if it’s charted, it must be good. “It surprised me that it (’I Wanna Be Your Lover’) became a hit. I basically make songs I like. And I like excitement and surprise.”

A Get Wild NPG Catwalk Moment Released worldwide on December 6, 1994 (US street date), the Prêt-à-Porter (Ready To Wear) soundtrack — tied to Robert Altman’s fashion-world film — featured The New Power Generation’s “Get Wild” (written by Prince & Sonny T.) alongside Salt-N-Pepa, Janet Jackson, Rolling Stones, Terence Trent D’Arby, and U2. The NPG track (5:58) — a different version from Exodus (1995) — was also issued as a US promo single. Peaked at No. 29 on Billboard 200 (18 weeks). Issued on CD and double vinyl. Prince’s only soundtrack appearance with these artists. Album Overview Release Details Label: Columbia / Sony Music Soundtrax. Formats: CD, 2×LP. Full Track Listing Side A / Disc 1 1. Could It Be I’m Falling In Love – II D Extreme 2. Here Comes The Hotstepper (Heartical Mix) – Ini Kamoze 3. My Girl Josephine – Super Cat 4. Here We Come – Salt-N-Pepa 5. Natural Thing – M People 6. 70’s Love Groove – Janet Jackson 7. Jump On Top Of Me – The Rolling Stones 8. These Boots Are Made For Walkin’ – Sam Phillips 9. Pretty (Remix) – The Cranberries Side B / Disc 1 continued 1. Martha – Deep Forest 2. Close To You – The Brand New Heavies 3. Keep Giving Me Your Love (West End Mix) – Ce Ce Peniston 4. Get Wild – The New Power Generation (5:58) 5. Supermodel Sandwich – Terence Trent D’Arby 6. Lemon (Perfecto Mix) – U2 Production and Context “Get Wild” written by Prince & Sonny T. Different version from *Exodus* (1995). NPG’s only appearance with Salt-N-Pepa, Janet Jackson, Rolling Stones, Terence Trent D’Arby, and U2 on one release. Album Chart Performance - USA (Billboard 200): 29 (18 weeks) – entry December 31, 1994 - UK (Gallup Albums): 42 (3 weeks) - Austria: 32 (3 weeks) Legacy and Collectibility Prêt-à-Porter soundtrack is the catwalk collision of ‘90s pop giants — with NPG’s “Get Wild” the Prince highlight. Original CD/vinyl pressings fetch £10–£30 on eBay/Discogs. This album is a must-have for Prince soundtrack and ‘90s pop collectors. Do you have Prêt-à-Porter in your collection? Ready to Get Wild? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

A VH-1 Fashion Awards VIP Symbol Drop Released as an ultra-limited promo cassette in the US on December 3, 1995, 0(+>’s “P Control” — containing the exclusive House Mix (5:48) and Club Mix (6:03) — was handed out free to VIPs at the VH-1 Fashion Awards where he opened the show lip-syncing the House Mix. No catalogue, no label — pure symbol-era giveaway. The Club Mix later appeared (lightly edited) on Crystal Ball (1998). One of the rarest physical Prince releases ever. Single Overview Release Details Label: Not On Label (The Artist self-released). Format: Cassette, Promo, VIP Giveaway. Full Track Listing Side A P Control (House Mix) (5:48) Side B P Control (Club Mix) (6:03) Reissues & Global Variants No other physical or commercial release. US-only VIP cassette giveaway. Production and Context Produced/Arranged/Performed by The Artist (Formerly Known As Prince). Given away at VH-1 Fashion Awards 1995 after live House Mix performance. Club Mix later on Crystal Ball (1998). Singles Released and Chart Performance No chart entry (promo-only VIP giveaway). Legacy and Collectibility “P Control” VIP cassette is one of Prince’s rarest physical items — handed out personally at the 1995 VH-1 Fashion Awards. Copies fetch £300–£800+ when they surface. This cassette is the holy grail for symbol-era collectors. Do you have the P Control VIP cassette in your collection? Did you catch it at the Fashion Awards? Share in the comments! Sources Information is drawn from my personal knowledge and supplemented by web sources, including Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, AllMusic, Rate Your Music, Wikipedia, BBC Official Charts Company, Billboard Chart History and YouTube Whilst every effort is made to provide accurate information, mistakes do happen. Simply leave a comment and the post will be updated. Thank you.

Prince recorded the song "Gold & Purple" as a "Go Vikings!" anthem after seeing the Minnesota Vikings vs Dallas Cowboys game on January 17, 2010.

Kate Bush’s The Red Shoes album, was released in the UK on October 5, 1993, on EMI Records (catalogue: CDEMD 1047 for CD, EMD 1047 for vinyl). This ambitious 12-track LP, inspired by the 1948 Powell and Pressburger film, marked Bush’s seventh studio effort, blending art-pop, rock, and experimental sounds with a loose narrative about a dancer’s pact with magical shoes. Self-produced at her home studio, the album featured guest contributions, notably from Prince on “Why Should I Love You?,” though written solely by Bush. Despite mixed critical reception, it reached No. 2 on the UK Albums Chart, showcasing her bold creativity. Album Overview UK Release Formats and Track Listings The album was issued in the UK in three formats, each maintaining the same 12-track sequence but split differently due to medium constraints: Vinyl LP (Catalogue: EMD 1047): Side A: Rubberband Girl (4:42) And So Is Love (4:16) Eat the Music (5:08) Moments of Pleasure (5:16) The Song of Solomon (4:27) Lily (3:51) Side B: The Red Shoes (4:00) Top of the City (4:14) Constellation of the Heart (4:46) Big Stripey Lie (3:32) Why Should I Love You? (5:00) You’re the One (5:52) Packaging: 33⅓ RPM, stereo, in a gatefold sleeve with artwork inspired by the film The Red Shoes, including lyrics and photos. Some pressings included a promotional sticker. Compact Disc (CD) (Catalogue: CDEMD 1047): Single Disc: Rubberband Girl (4:42) And So Is Love (4:16) Eat the Music (5:08) Moments of Pleasure (5:16) The Song of Solomon (4:27) Lily (3:51) The Red Shoes (4:00) Top of the City (4:14) Constellation of the Heart (4:46) Big Stripey Lie (3:32) Why Should I Love You? (5:00) You’re the One (5:52) Packaging: Jewel case with a booklet featuring lyrics, artwork, and credits. Some editions included a hype sticker noting Prince’s contribution. Cassette (Catalogue: TCEMD 1047): Side A: Rubberband Girl (4:42) And So Is Love (4:16) Eat the Music (5:08) Moments of Pleasure (5:16) The Song of Solomon (4:27) Lily (3:51) Side B: The Red Shoes (4:00) Top of the City (4:14) Constellation of the Heart (4:46) Big Stripey Lie (3:32) Why Should I Love You? (5:00) You’re the One (5:52) Packaging: Standard cassette case with a fold-out J-card featuring lyrics and artwork, designed for portable listening. Production and Context Self-produced by Kate Bush at her Homeground Studio, the album featured a core band including Stuart Elliott (drums), John Giblin (bass), and Danny McIntosh (guitar), with guests like Prince (backing vocals, guitar, keyboards, bass on “Why Should I Love You?”), Eric Clapton (guitar on “And So Is Love”), and Nigel Kennedy (violin on “Big Stripey Lie”). Bush’s vision, inspired by the film’s tragic dance narrative, infused tracks with emotional depth, though some critics found its digital production less warm than Hounds of Love. Released amid the early ‘90s alternative scene, it followed The Sensual World (1989) and competed with acts like Tori Amos. Chart Performance The Red Shoes was a commercial success: UK: No. 2 (Official Albums Chart), charting for 19 weeks, certified Gold (100,000 copies sold). US: No. 28 (Billboard 200), certified Gold (500,000 copies sold). Australia: No. 17, certified Gold. Canada: No. 14, certified Gold. Germany: No. 18. Netherlands: No. 23. Switzerland: No. 26. New Zealand: No. 18. France: No. 14. Sweden: No. 16.Singles like “Rubberband Girl” (UK No. 12, US No. 88), “Eat the Music” (UK No. 36), and “Moments of Pleasure” (UK No. 26) drove sales, with “And So Is Love” also charting modestly. Legacy and Collectibility Critically divisive for its polished sound, The Red Shoes remains a fan favorite for tracks like “Moments of Pleasure” and Prince’s contribution to “Why Should I Love You?,” which added funk-pop flair. The album inspired Bush’s 1993 short film The Line, the Cross & the Curve. Original UK vinyls fetch £50–£150 on Discogs, with first pressings (gatefold, lyric insert) commanding premiums—verify matrix numbers. CDs (£5–£20) and cassettes (£5–£15) are common but collectible in mint condition. Remastered versions (2018 Fish People reissues) and Spotify streams preserve its lush sound. This album showcases Kate Bush’s fearless artistry—a vital piece for collectors. Do you have The Red Shoes in vinyl, CD, or cassette? Which track captivates your turntable? Share in the comments!

The Time’s "The Bird," backed with "My Drawers," was released as a 7-inch vinyl single in the US by Warner Bros. Records (catalog number 7-29045) on January 11, 1985. It served as the third and final single from their third album, Ice Cream Castle. Released about six months after the album, the single featured an edited version of the track. The B-side, "My Drawers," was also an edited version from the album. A 12" single included a remix of "The Bird" and was available in North America, the UK, and Germany. Interestingly, the sleeve credited "Morris Day & The Time," featuring a picture of the original band with Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis but without Jerome Benton, while the labels simply credited "The Time." The single achieved notable chart success, reaching number 36 on the US Billboard Hot 100, number 33 on the Billboard Black Chart, and number 6 on the Billboard Hot Dance/Disco chart. 7" A. The Bird (Edit) (3:41) B. My Drawers (Edit) (3:42 GER: 929094-7 12" A. The Bird (Remix) (6:25) B. My Drawers (Edit) (3:42) Cat #: USA: 0-20315