Prince's "Originals" Offers Unreleased Versions Of Classic Hits

Jay Z and Troy Carter helped curate the record of unheard Prince tracks.

BYErika Marie
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Exclusively streaming on TIDAL until June 21, Prince's Originals has been released. The legendary entertainer is hailed as one of the greatest of all time, and now fans can enjoy unreleased Prince tunes. The icon's estate partnered with Troy Carter and Jay Z to curate the album that features songs Prince wrote for others, but on Originals, listeners can hear Prince's versions.

Tracks include the Bangles hit "Manic Monday," Sinead O'Connor's "Nothing Compares 2 U," and Sheila E.'s "The Glamorous Life." The album is mostly a collection of songs that were recorded between 1981 to 1985, aside from 1991's Martika hit, "Love… Thy Will Be Done." Diehard fans will be excited to hear the 15 tracks that have long been stashed away at Paisley Park. One can only imagine what other musical goodies are locked away in Prince's vault. 

The Originals physical deluxe edition will be released on July 19 on both CD and purple vinyl. Of course.

Tracklist

1. Sex Shooter
2.. Jungle Love
3. Manic Monday
4. Noon Rendevous
5. Make-Up
6. 100 MPH
7. You're My Love
8. Holly Rock
9. Baby, You're A Trip
10. The Glamorous Life
11. Gigolos Get Loney Too
12. Love... Thy Will Be Done
13. Dear Michaelangelo
14. Wouldn't You Love To Love Me?
15. Nothing Compares 2 U


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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.