“1999” is the fifth studio album by American musician Prince, released on October 27, 1982. It was his first double album and also the first to feature his backing band, The Revolution.
The album’s title track “1999” became a massive hit, reaching number 12 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and helped to propel the album to commercial success. Other popular tracks from the album include “Little Red Corvette”, “Delirious”, and “Let’s Pretend We’re Married”.
“1999” is known for its fusion of various music genres, including funk, rock, pop, and R&B, and is considered one of Prince’s most influential works. It has been certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America and has been included in several “best of” lists.
Overall, “1999” is a groundbreaking album that solidified Prince’s place as a musical icon and remains a must-listen for any fan of his work.
1999 by Prince
Tracklist:
Track 1: 1999
Track 2: Little Red Corvette
Track 3: Delirious
Track 4: Let’s Pretend We’re Married
Track 5: D.M.S.R
Track 6: Automatic
Track 7: Something in the Water (Does Not Compute)
Track 8: Free
Track 9: Lady Cab Driver
Track 10: All the Critics Love U in New York
Track 11: International Lover