Released in 1982, 1999 is a landmark album in Prince's legendary career and a defining record of the 1980s. This 2 LP reissue on standard black vinyl presents the iconic artist's breakout double album, which catapulted him to international fame. With its apocalyptic dancefloor themes and groundbreaking blend of funk, rock, and synth-pop, 1999 remains a cultural milestone. This pressing faithfully reproduces the original song sequencing, bringing the Purple One's futuristic vision back into the spotlight.
Sonically ambitious and genre-defying, 1999 is where Prince's musical imagination ran wild. It opens with the prophetic title track "1999," a dance anthem with a warning about the end times, wrapped in layered synths and infectious rhythms. "Little Red Corvette" followed as a breakout single, pairing tight pop hooks with sensual lyricism and New Wave textures. The deep cut "Lady Cab Driver" showcases his adventurous production and willingness to experiment, blending funk basslines with stream-of-consciousness vocals and raw emotion. Across the album, Prince blurs the lines between the sacred and the profane, crafting a sound that was both rebellious and visionary.
This reissue features two 150-gram black vinyl LPs. The analog warmth of the vinyl pressing enhances the pulsating bass, shimmering synths, and punchy percussion that defined Prince's sound during this era. Whether you're rediscovering it or finally spinning it on wax, this edition of 1999 is a high-quality pressing that belongs in every serious vinyl collection.
- Format: 2x Black Vinyl LP
- Standout tracks: "1999," "Little Red Corvette," "Lady Cab Driver"
- Pressing details: 150-gram vinyl, printed inner sleeves, original artwork replica
- Genre/style: Funk, Synth-pop, Rock, R&B
- UPC: 194398637310
A cornerstone of modern pop history, 1999 captures Prince at the peak of his early powers with a sound that still resonates today. This vinyl edition is a must-have for fans of genre-blending innovation and pure musical charisma.
* The Spotify track list may not exactly represent the tracks and audio of this LP edition.
Track List:
Side A:
- 1999
- Little Red Corvette
- Delirious
Side B:
- Let's Pretend We're Married
- D.M.S.R.
Side C:
- Automatic
- Something In The Water (Does Not Compute)
- Free
Side D:
- Lady Cab Driver
- All The Critics Love U In New York
- International Lover