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“Uptown” was the lead single from Prince’s groundbreaking third album Dirty Mind. It was his first single of the 1980s and marked a bold new direction in his music. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: USA (also international releases) Released: September - 10 - 1980 Genre: Funk, Rock, New Wave A-Side: “Uptown” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Arranged by: Prince B-Side: “Crazy You” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Arranged by: Prince TRACK LIST US 7" Commercial Single (WBS 49559) A. Uptown (Edit) – 4:09 B. Crazy You – 2:15 US 7" Promo Single (WBS 49559) A. Uptown (Short Version) (Stereo) – 4:09 B. Uptown (Short Version) (Mono) – 4:09 CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Hot Soul Singles: Peak #5 US Billboard Disco Top 100: Peak #5 (with other album tracks) US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100: Peak #101 INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Netherlands 7" Single (WB 17700) A. Uptown (Edit) – 4:09 B. Crazy You – 2:15 Netherlands 12" Single (WB 26155) A. Uptown (Long Version) – 5:30 B. Crazy You – 2:17 France 12" Promo (PRO 524) A1. Uptown (Long Version) – 5:30 A2. Head – 4:40 B1. Uptown (Long Version) – 5:30 B2. Dirty Mind – 4:11 Also released in Brazil Ecuador Japan (opposite) Kenya, New Zealand Panama South Africa A. Uptown (Edit) – 4:09 B. Crazy You – 2:15Crazy You – 2:15 PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, all instruments Production Prince – producer, arranger, composer, performer THE STORY “Uptown” was released on September - 10 - 1980 as the first single from Prince’s third album Dirty Mind. Beginning with a lone drum intro, the track explodes into keyboards on the chorus, with verses driven by prominent funk guitar. It breaks down into a more instrumental section toward the end, highlighting guitar, bass, and drums — a minimalist style representative of the entire Dirty Mind album CONTEXT & NOTES The song uses the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis — a real artistic hang-out spot — as a metaphor for a place free from prejudice and racism. In the lyrics, Prince responds to a woman who offensively asks if he is gay, then rails against narrow-minded attitudes. It stands as one of his earliest efforts to blend political and social statements into his music. Prince was very fond of the “Uptown” concept of freedom of expression. The B-side is “Crazy You” from his debut album For You. The track opened the Controversy Tour and appeared in later performances, including the 2001 Hit + Run Tour. SOURCES Wikipedia Prince Vault Discogs 45cat Warner Bros. Records 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.

Prince released “Do Me, Baby” as the third and final single from the Controversy album in the USA on July 16, 1982, backed with “Private Joy”. It was also released in Peru with Spanish titles. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United States Released: July 16, 1982 Genre: Funk, Soul, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “Do Me, Baby” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Private Joy” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince VARIANTS US 7" Commercial Single (7-29942) A. Do Me, Baby (Edit) – 3:57 B. Private Joy – 4:25 US 12" Promotional Single (PRO-A-1035) A. Do Me, Baby (Edit) – 3:57 B. Private Joy – 4:25 INTERNATIONAL RELEASES Peru 7" Commercial Single– Warner Bros. – F-WBR 0029942.9 (1982) Hazlo Nena (Do Me, Baby) / Alegría Privada (Private Joy) Peru 7" Disco Promotional Single– Warner Bros. – F-WBR 0029942.9 (1982) Hazlo Nena (Do Me, Baby) / Alegría Privada (Private Joy) PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, Yamaha CP-70 electric grand piano, ARP Omni, Oberheim OB-X, bass guitar, drums Production Produced by Prince THE STORY “Do Me, Baby” is a sensual slow jam and one of the standout ballads on the Controversy album. Although credited solely to Prince, former band member André Cymone has claimed co-writing credit. The song later gained new life through Meli'sa Morgan’s 1986 cover and its use in films. CONTEXT & NOTES This was the final single released from Controversy in the US. The Peruvian release used Spanish titles (“Hazlo Nena” and “Alegría Privada”) and is quite rare. The track was reissued by Prince’s estate in 2021 with the original 1979 recording. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (January 20, 1982) Let’s Work (Dance Remix) - 12" Single Prince (January 6, 1982) Let’s Work - Single US Prince (August 2, 1982) Sexuality / I Wanna Be Your Lover – Single 7" AU SOURCES Prince Vault • Sleevographia2 • Discogs • 45cat • BBC Official Charts • 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

Prince released “Let’s Work” as the second single from the Controversy album in the Netherlands on April 14, 1982. It was issued in both 7" and 12" commercial formats. Netherlands 7" Commercial Single RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: Netherlands Released: April 14, 1982 Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “Let’s Work” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Ronnie, Talk To Russia” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince VARIANTS Netherlands 7" Commercial Single (WB 17 922) A. Let’s Work – 2:56 B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia – 1:48 Netherlands 12" Commercial Single (WB 26216) A. Let’s Work (Long Version / Dance Remix) – 8:02 B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia – 1:48 Netherlands 12" Commercial Single INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS USA – Warner Bros. – 1982 (January) Germany – Warner Bros. – WB 17 922 / WB 26216 (February 18, 1982) New Zealand – Warner Bros. – 1982 UK – Warner Bros. – 1982 (April 2,) UK – Warner Bros. – 1982 PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, ARP Omni, Oberheim OB-X, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, handclaps Morris Day – drums (on extended version) Production Produced by Prince THE STORY “Let’s Work” evolved from an earlier track called “Let’s Rock” inspired by a local Minneapolis dance. The extended 12" version features additional solos and samples from other Controversy tracks. It was backed with the album track “Ronnie, Talk To Russia”. CONTEXT & NOTES This was Prince’s second single from the Controversy album. The long version on the 12" became a popular club track. The song is notable for its funky groove and Prince’s energetic vocal delivery. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (January 20, 1982) Let’s Work (Dance Remix) - 12" Single Prince (January 6, 1982) Let’s Work - Single US Prince (August 2, 1982) Sexuality / I Wanna Be Your Lover – Single 7" AU SOURCES Prince Vault • Sleevographia2 • Discogs • 45cat • BBC Official Charts • 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

Prince released “Let’s Work” as a single in New Zealand in 1982, backed with “Ronnie, Talk To Russia”. It was issued in a generic WEA company sleeve with no picture sleeve. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: New Zealand Released: 1982 Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “Let’s Work” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Ronnie, Talk To Russia” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince VARIANTS New Zealand 7" Commercial Single (WBS 50002) A. Let’s Work B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia New Zealand 7" Commercial Single (WBS 50002) A. Let’s Work B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia (some copies were sent out with Demonisation stickers) INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Germany – Warner Bros. – WB 17 922 / WB 26216 (February 18, 1982) Netherlands – Warner Bros. – WB 17 922 / WB 26216 (April 14, 1982) UK – Warner Bros. – K 17922 / K 17922T (April 2, 1982) USA – Warner Bros. – 1982 UK – Warner Bros. – 1982 PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, ARP Omni, Oberheim OB-X, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, handclaps Morris Day – drums (on extended version) Production Produced by Prince THE STORY “Let’s Work” evolved from an earlier track called “Let’s Rock” inspired by a local Minneapolis dance. The extended 12" version features additional solos and samples from other Controversy tracks. It was backed with the album track “Ronnie, Talk To Russia”. CONTEXT & NOTES This was Prince’s second single from the Controversy album. The long version on the 12" became a popular club track. The song is notable for its funky groove and Prince’s energetic vocal delivery. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (January 20, 1982) Let’s Work (Dance Remix) - 12" Single Prince (January 6, 1982) Let’s Work - Single US Prince (August 2, 1982) Sexuality / I Wanna Be Your Lover – Single 7" AU SOURCES Prince Vault • Sleevographia2 • Discogs • 45cat • BBC Official Charts • 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

Prince transforms a Minneapolis street dance into an 8‑minute funk marathon RELEASE DETAILS Date: January 20, 1982 Catalogue: DWBS 50028 (commercial) / PRO-A-1004 (promo) Format: 12" Single Country: United States A-Side: “Let’s Work (Dance Remix)” B-Side: “Gotta Stop (Messin’ About)” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince 12" Promo (US) (PRO-A-1004) A. Let’s Work (Dance Remix – Long Version) – 8:02 B. Let’s Work (7" Single Version) – 2:56 CHART PERFORMANCE US Billboard Disco Top 80: No. 1 (with “Controversy”) – 6 weeks at No. 1, 30 weeks total US Billboard Hot Soul Singles: No. 9 US Billboard Bubbling Under Hot 100: No. 104 The single failed to achieve any chart success in the U.K January 20, 1982 To All Industry Personnel, "LET'S WORK HAS BEEN WORKEDI Following the #1 smash "Controversy we are proud to release a special 12 dance remix of "Let's Work". Already released (1/13) on a 7" this long version should bring the PRINCE project back to the top of the Dance and R&B charts. We will be looking for out-of-the-box adds on this one to your play lists. "Let's Work" will be available on the retail level as a commercial 12" too. WBS 50002 TIME "Cool"- 44 Billboard...34 re-entry Record World... the 12" combined with radio play is re-establishing not only this record but the TIME as one of the bright new groups on the music scene THE STORY Released on January 20, 1982, the Let’s Work (Dance Remix) 12" single delivered the full-length, 8-minute expansion of one of Prince’s most irresistible early dance tracks. Originally conceived as “Let’s Rock” in response to a Minneapolis dance craze, Prince reworked it into “Let’s Work” for the Controversy album. The extended version features additional instrumental breaks, keyboard solos, samples from “Controversy” and “Annie Christian,” and Morris Day on drums. CONTEXT & NOTES By early 1982 Prince was deepening his fusion of funk, rock, and new wave. The Let’s Work 12" became a major club favourite, helping Controversy dominate the Billboard Disco Top 80 for six weeks. It marked Prince’s first US single with a non-album B-side and showcased his growing confidence in extended dance mixes. PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, all instruments Morris Day – drums (on extended version) RELATED MATERIAL Prince (January 6, 1982) Let’s Work - Single US Prince (August 2, 1982) Sexuality / I Wanna Be Your Lover – Single 7" AU Prince (February 1982) Sexuality / Controversy – Single 7" JP For other relevant posts, see the tags at the foot of the page. SOURCES Prince Vault Sleevographia2 Discogs 45cat BBC Official Charts • 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.

Prince released “Let’s Work” as the second single from the Controversy album in the UK on April 2, 1982. It was issued in both 7" and 12" picture sleeve formats, with some of the 12" marketed as a limited edition at the price of a 7". RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Released: April 2, 1982 Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “Let’s Work” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Ronnie, Talk To Russia” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince VARIANTS UK 7" Commercial Single (K 17922A. Let’s Work (Edit) – 2:56 B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia – 1:48 (standard back) UK 7" Commercial Single (K 17922) A. Let’s Work (Edit) – 2:56 B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia – 1:48 Picture Sleeve Single – (with mis pressing variant using 12" back sleeve) UK 12" Commercial Single (K 17922T) A. Let’s Work (Remix / Long Version) – 8:02 B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia – 1:48 UK 12" Commercial Single (K 17922T) A. Let’s Work (Remix / Long Version) – 8:02 B. Ronnie, Talk To Russia – 1:48 (with limited edition promotional sticker) INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Germany – Warner Bros. – WB 17 922 / 26216 (February 18, 1982) Netherlands – Warner Bros. – WB 17 922 / WB 26216 (April 14, 1982) USA – Warner Bros. – 1982 New Zealand – Warner Bros. – 1982 German / Netherlands 12" WB 17 922 / WB 26216 PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, ARP Omni, Oberheim OB-X, electric guitar, bass guitar, drums, handclaps Morris Day – drums (on extended version) Production Produced by Prince THE STORY “Let’s Work” evolved from an earlier track called “Let’s Rock” inspired by a local Minneapolis dance. The extended 12" version features additional solos and samples from other Controversy tracks. It was backed with the album track “Ronnie, Talk To Russia”. CONTEXT & NOTES This was Prince’s second single from the Controversy album. The long version on the 12" became a popular club track. The song is notable for its funky groove and Prince’s energetic vocal delivery. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (January 20, 1982) Let’s Work (Dance Remix) - 12" Single Prince (January 6, 1982) Let’s Work - Single US Prince (August 2, 1982) Sexuality / I Wanna Be Your Lover – Single 7" AU SOURCES Prince Vault • Sleevographia2 • Discogs • 45cat • BBC Official Charts • 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

Prince released the non-album track “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” as a UK single on May 29, 1981, backed with “I Wanna Be Your Lover”. The striking zebra-print sleeve and multiple formats made it a notable release despite it failing to chart. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Released: May 29, 1981 Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “I Wanna Be Your Lover” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince NME Music Paper (UK) May 30, 1981 INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS Later released in the US as B-side to the “Let’s Work” 12" single. PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, electric guitars, Oberheim OB-X, bass guitar, drums, handclaps Production Produced by Prince THE STORY “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” is a keyboard-driven non-album track recorded during the Dirty Mind period. It was issued in the UK with two different 7" pairings and matching 12" versions featuring “Head”. The single is famous for its bold red-and-black zebra-print sleeve. CONTEXT & NOTES This release marked one of the earliest examples of Prince issuing non-album tracks as singles/B-sides. Despite heavy promotion coinciding with his first UK gigs, it did not chart. The song later appeared on The Hits/The B-Sides and Prince 4Ever. A warning sticker was added to some copies due to the suggestive content. RELATED MATERIAL Album: Dirty Mind (1980) Prince (November - 26 - 1980) Dirty Mind / When We’re Dancing Close And Slow – Single 7" US Prince (October 1980) Head / Uptown – Single 7" PH / 12" US Prince (November 1980) Uptown / Crazy You – Single 7" JP Prince (September 10 1980) Uptown / Crazy You – Single 7" US SOURCES Prince Vault Discogs 45cat 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. TRACK LIST UK 7" Single (K 17819) A. Gotta Stop (Messin' About) B. I Wanna Be Your Lover (Edit) UK 12" Single (LV 47) A. Gotta Stop (Messin’ About) – 2:56 B1. I Wanna Be Your Lover – 5:47 B2. Head – 4:40 CHART PERFORMANCE United Kingdom: Did not chart (reached #130 on Record Business chart)

Sounds Music Paper (UK) published a full-page ad promoting the debut release of the non-album track “Gotta Stop (Messin' About),” which also featured promotion for the album Dirty Mind. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: United Kingdom Released: June 12, 1981 Genre: Funk, Rock, New Wave A-Side: “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “Uptown” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince Sounds Music Paper (UK) - June 20, 1981 This release marked one of the earliest examples of Prince issuing non-album tracks as singles/B-sides. Despite heavy promotion coinciding with his first UK gigs, it did not chart. The song later appeared on The Hits/The B-Sides and Prince 4Ever. A warning sticker was added to some copies due to the suggestive content. PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, electric guitars, Oberheim OB-X, bass guitar, drums, handclaps Production Produced by Prince LINKED RELEASES UK 7" Single – Warner Bros. – K 17819 (with Uptown) UK 7" Single – Warner Bros. – LV 47 / K 26180 (with I Wanna Be Your Lover) INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS UK 12" Single with “Head” as additional track Later US release as B-side to “Let’s Work” 12" Single "Prince's British debut on Tuesday night was received with delight by an elite crowd Richard Williams-The Time "A dazzling display, deliciously dirty daning and danceable Betty Page-Sounds "Lewdness cleansed by art has been one assessment of Prince Formication and filth filtered by funk and humour is more apt... "Prince, of course, almost literally tends to ram down one's throat Geoff Brown-Melody Maker NME Music Paper (UK) May 30, 1981 THE STORY “Gotta Stop (Messin' About)” is a keyboard-driven non-album track recorded around the Dirty Mind era. It was released in the UK as a follow-up single, with two different 7" versions and a 12" edition featuring the Dirty Mind track “Head”.CONTEXT & NOTES This was one of the first times Prince released non-album material as a single/B-side — a practice that would become signature in his career. Despite promotion tied to his first UK performances, the single was not a commercial success. It later appeared on The Hits/The B-Sides and Prince 4Ever. RELATED MATERIAL Album: Dirty Mind (1980) Prince (November - 26 - 1980) Dirty Mind / When We’re Dancing Close And Slow – Single 7" US Prince (October 1980) Head / Uptown – Single 7" PH / 12" US Prince (November 1980) Uptown / Crazy You – Single 7" JP Prince (September 10 1980) Uptown / Crazy You – Single 7" US SOURCES Prince Vault Discogs 45cat 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. TRACK LIST UK 7" Single (K 17819) A. Gotta Stop (Messin' About) B. Uptown UK 12" Single (K 17819 / FWB 0484) A. Gotta Stop (Messin’ About) – 2:54 B1. Uptown – 5:30 B2. Head – 4:38 CHART PERFORMANCE United Kingdom: Did not chart (reached #130 on Record Business chart)

Prince released “1999” as a single in the Netherlands / Belgium market on December 1, 1982 (manufactured in Belgium). It was issued in both 7" and 12" formats with several sleeve variations. 7" Commercial Single – Front RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" / 12" Vinyl Single Country: Netherlands / Belgium (Made in Belgium) Released: December 1, 1982 Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “1999” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST 7" Commercial Single (92.9896-7) A. 1999 – 3:35 B. How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – 3:54 12" Single (92.9852-0) A. 1999 – 6:15 B. 1999 (Edit) – 3:35 / How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – 3:54 LINKED RELEASES 7" Commercial Single (92.9896-7) – Standard sleeve 7" Commercial Single (92.9896-7) – Reverse cutout sleeve (front sleeve cut instead of back) 12" Single (92.9852-0) – 1999 long version on A-side 7" Commercial Single – Back 7" Commercial Single – Front (Cut) 12" Commercial Single. – Front 12" Commercial Single. – Back INTERNATIONAL VARIANTS (Selective) USA – Warner Bros. – 7-29896 (September 24, 1982) Germany – Warner Bros. – 92.9896-7 / 92.9820-0 (December 30, 1982) Japan – Warner Bros. – P-1723 (December 4, 1982) Australia – Warner Bros. – 1982 Canada – Warner Bros. – 1982 UK – Warner Bros. – 1983 PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, all instruments Dez Dickerson, Lisa Coleman, Jill Jones – co-lead vocals on “1999” Production Produced by Prince THE STORY “1999” is the title track and lead single from Prince’s double album. The Benelux release (manufactured in Belgium) featured both 7" and 12" versions, including a distinctive reverse-cutout sleeve variant on the 7". CONTEXT & NOTES This pressing was distributed across the Netherlands and Belgium. The 12" includes a longer version of “1999” on the A-side. The reverse-cutout 7" sleeve is a notable collectible variation. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (July 16, 1982) Do Me, Baby / Private Joy – Single 7" US/PE Prince (1982) Let's Work / Ronnie, Talk To Russia – Single 7" NZ Prince (April 2, 1982) Let's Work / Ronnie, Talk To Russia – Single 7" UK SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, Sleevographia, 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.

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” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince 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 THE STORY “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. SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, Sleevographia2, 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

Prince released “1999” as a single in France on December 26, 1982, backed with “How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?”. It was issued in 7" and 12" formats, including test pressings. 7" Commercial Single (929896-7) - Front RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Format: 7" Vinyl Single Country: Italy Released: December 1, 1982 (date requires verification) Genre: Funk, Rock, Minneapolis Sound A-Side: “1999” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince B-Side: “How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore?” Written by: Prince Produced by: Prince TRACK LIST 7" Commercial Single (929896-7) A. 1999 – 3:35 B. How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – 3:54 (Silver Injection made available in UK) 12" Maxi-Single (92 9852-0) A. 1999 – 3:35 B. How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – 3:54 LINKED RELEASES 7" Commercial Single (929896-7) – Standard notched picture sleeve 12" Maxi-Single (92 9852-0) – Standard version 12" Test Pressing (92 9852-0) 12" Maxi-Single (92 9852-0) - Front PERSONNEL Prince – lead and backing vocals, all instruments Dez Dickerson, Lisa Coleman, Jill Jones – co-lead vocals on “1999” Production Produced by Prince THE STORY “1999” is the title track and lead single from Prince’s double album. The Italian release features a picture sleeve with a large centre hole and a stamped “Omaggio Vendita Vietata” (promotional / not for sale) marking. CONTEXT & NOTES This was part of the European rollout for the 1999 album. The Italian pressing is notable for its distinctive punched promotional text on the sleeve. RELATED MATERIAL Prince (January 7, 1983) 1999 / How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – Single 7"/ 12" UK Prince (December 1, 1982) 1999 / How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – Single 7" NL / BE Prince (December 4, 1982) 1999 / How Come U Don't Call Me Anymore? – Single 7" JP SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, 45cat, Sleevographia, 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.

The edited UK single-LP version of Prince’s breakthrough double album 1999, released in March 1983 with a new 7-track running order and a striking photo cover, helping introduce Prince to a wider British audience. RELEASE DETAILS Artist: Prince Label: Warner Bros. Records Date: March 7, 1983 Catalogue: 925 170-1 (UK) Format: LP (Single Album) Country: United Kingdom & Europe CONTEXT & NOTES Issued to make the album more commercially accessible outside the US, this version helped promote Prince in Europe ahead of the Purple Rain era. It did not chart in the UK upon release but reached #30 in September 1984 after the massive success of Purple Rain. TRACK LIST (UK Single LP) Side One 1999 (6:22) Little Red Corvette (4:58) Delirious (3:56) Free (5:08) Side Two Let’s Pretend We’re Married (7:20) Something In The Water (Does Not Compute) (4:00) Lady Cab Driver (8:25) PERSONNEL (Same core personnel as the original 2LP version) Musicians Prince — all vocals and instruments (except where noted) Lisa Coleman, Dez Dickerson, Jill Jones, and others — additional vocals (as on original release) Production Prince — producer, arranger Peggy McCreary — engineer Bernie Grundman — mastering PACKAGING HIGHLIGHTS Full-color photograph of Prince in purple trench coat on the front Standard single sleeve (not gatefold) Picture sleeve with photo instead of hand-drawn artwork WHAT THE SLEEVE SHOWS The front cover features a stylish, confident Prince wearing a shiny purple trench coat, standing in a smoky room with blinds in the background. The “Prince” and “1999” logos appear in white stylized lettering. This photo version became one of the most iconic early images of Prince in Europe. CHARTS United Kingdom UK Albums Chart | 8 Sep. 1984 | Peak #30 | 21 weeks ( only charted, after the release of Purple Rain SINGLES RELEASED (UK) “1999” (b/w “How Come U Don’t Call Me Anymore”) “Little Red Corvette” (b/w “All The Critics Love U In New York” / “Horny Toad” “D.M.S.R.” (12"promo) SOURCES Prince Vault, Discogs, Official Charts Company. 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.