1999

did i just have sex with prince?

Prince is one of those artist for me that I feel like I'm obliged to like, but I just dont. I feel like I should be walking around jerking all over the place whilst striking various poses. nope, not for me

Amazing funky perfection. Who else can sing "I honestly want to fuck the taste out of mouth" and still sound credible.

💜

Once again, I accidentally deleted a long, well thought out review. 😕 Doesn’t matter. Giving Prince 5 stars.

Funky, Danceable, Emotional, Sexual, and Rockin'.... 1999 is a innovatively groundbreaking album that truly enlightened me in 1982 when Little Red Corvette hit the radio waves on my Sony Walkman while at church camp! Whether I spin it on vinyl, cd, or digitally, I always hear something new that I didn't catch in the past - a word, a beat, a sound, a breath... The deep cuts like Free, Lady Cab Driver, and International Lover are probably my favs. **Missing Prince's 24 song live set (14 of which were covers) at Chicago's City Winery and hearing him perform 1999 while I was stuck in the country 4 hours away, is one of my biggest regrets, IN LIFE. I got an email he was doing a surprise show at the venue after he played the George Lucas wedding reception in Hyde Park. I clicked to purchase a ticket and got through but couldn't go...but I could and SHOULD have. Of course the tickets sold out in seconds after that. https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/prince-performs-at-chicagos-city-winery/1957730/

Some tracks a bit too long but great overall. Gonna party like it is 1999.

3/29 I mean... he did that. Standout Tracks: Little Red Corvette, Let's Pretend We're Married, Automatic, Something In The Water (Does Not Compute), Lady Cab Driver, All The Critics Love U In New York

Dear Prince, The first sign that the woman in “Little Red Corvette” was trouble is that she had a pocket full of Trojans, *some of them used* (emphasis mine). What kind of maniac does *that*? Probably should’ve just called the song “Giant Red Flag” instead.

The man is indefatigable. My penis was sore just from listening.

Might have the best four opening tracks from any album I've listened to so far from this list. Hell, the first two songs alone warrant tagging this thing with a 5. The four opening songs set the mood and flow perfectly into the next one. And then Prince wants to find out who really wants to party. Prince throws the gauntlet down to find out who's down for tantric sex, who's interested in what his idea of an orgy looks like. And even if you come along for the ride only to discover some of it isn't your cup of tea, you'll still end up masturbating in ways you never thought of before. No recording artist understood sex the way Prince did, or at least understood that his audience thought about screwing as much he did. But screwing is the wrong word. It was never just about screwing with Prince. His two previous albums might be better than this one. But Prince understood all that mattered was if the critics loved you in New York.

I love him but some of these songs are way too long.

Banger central, but like, why are all these songs nine minutes long, what the fuck. What was Prince smoking?

Classic Prince. A couple hits, some good grooves, and a ton of random crap.

Nice beginning but kind of descends into a sex mad frenzy lol

I just don't get Prince, there I said it.

Prince has always been a complete bildspot for me. I know barely any of his songs, despite him being this pint-size, purple, megastar. So, being forced to listen to this album, what have I discovered? Well...it's just a load of generic, cheesy 80s nonsense and has filled my heart with nothing. I'm sure at the time it was this exciting, innovative, sexy behemoth, but I couldn't give a fuck about it. And all of the songs are too long. Hit the editing suite, Prince, you little purple nonce.

Prince had some good albums before this one with Dirty mind and Controversy, but this album is the first where his genius as a songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, and producer is really put on display for the world. Opening with the back-to-back hits “1999” and “Little Red Corvette”, the album propels you into his world of funk and sexuality. “Let’s pretend we’re married” is one of my favorite tracks with its driving synth and descending vocal line melody. “Automatic” feels like an instrumental even with the repeating vocal line. It also has a great guitar solo around the 8-minute mark. “Lady Cab Driver” has another great keyboard lead with a driving funky groove and another classic prince guitar solo. For a double album, listening to 1999 never felt like it was taking forever, or I was waiting for it to end. It’s also an album that totally rewards multiple listens. There is a lot going on here to listen out for.

i don't quite understand why prince is held in such high regard. the two singles are massive and probably his two biggest, but the rest of this album is like a knock of version of the sonic the hedgehog game soundtrack. i couldn't handle listening to it.

Sushi, jogging, Beat poetry and the music of Prince - all things I'm told are great but I just can't get into. Was hoping once getting past the title track my eyes would be opened to a side of him I'd been missing, but it didn't happen. I'm sure I'm wrong and will one day see the light. Best Track: Let's Pretend We're Married

It’s good

Really impressive opening set of tracks. Unfortunately, the rest of it can't quite keep up. Best track: Little Red Corvette

This sounds like Zumba music for sexually repressed homosexuals of color. It would be perfect background music for a 1980s porno.

Didn't care much for some of the filler songs in the middle album, but there's still enough good stuff on here to merit at least a low 5, so I'll leave it at that.

An all timer when it comes to the album-quality vs album art ratio.

Exactly what the future sounded like from the perspective of 1982. Technically impressive and ridiculously sexy.

Arrived at this drafting sharp words about the cruise-liner play length, leaving it wondering if Prince listened to much Can and if I prefer "Automatic" to "Sister Ray". I had a lot of fun with this. Opening with two bangers is deceptive, the sleight of hand being that their extended instrumental iterations are representative of the rest, rather than the impeccable tunes themselves. The weakest parts are when drum machine and synth ape rock bands; fortunately, most of the record embraces the beep, the whoosh, the clean flatness of the sounds, and the space in between. The comedy erotic language is delightful, and I've gained a rich insight into the sense of humour of one of our project's voyeurs, as Prince is one of his favourites (Simon, betting you can deduce who).

Un album très correct de la part d'un des ambassadeurs de l'androgyne-pop. On n'est néanmoins loin des références du genre que sont David Bowie et les New York Dolls. Prince ne fait pourtant pas le travail à moitié avec 1999 en présentant très clairement certains caractères sexuels du sexe opposé. Assez pour mettre en péril la carrière des cadors précités ? Sûrement pas.

9 minutes par ci, 8 minutes par là ... eh gros sayer

Listening to Prince's '1999' is like being invited to a wildly eccentric party thrown by a musical mad scientist. Released in 1982, this album showcases Prince's experimental genius, blending synths and drum machines to create a sound that's both a product of its time and a glimpse into the future. The album’s use of synths and drum machines, signature elements of the 80s, give it a slightly dated yet charmingly nostalgic feel. You can't help but wonder how these tracks would sound with the sleek polish of modern technology, but there's an undeniable raw energy in this vintage production that's captivating. True to its era, '1999' is a party album at heart, weaving themes of celebration, hedonism, and a hint of existential dread, particularly in the title track. This blend of carefree revelry with deeper musings reflects the spirit of the early 80s, making the album a vivid snapshot of its time. While '1999' predates my own memories, it doesn’t evoke personal nostalgia but rather a curiosity about the era it encapsulates. I can't help but feel that experiencing these songs live, with The Revolution bringing their palpable energy, would add a new layer of vibrancy to an already dynamic album. Prince's '1999' stands out as a testament to his innovative spirit. While it firmly belongs to the era of shoulder pads and neon, it's a fascinating exploration of a musical genius at play. It's a party in a disc, a funky, quirky journey that leaves you intrigued about the past and excited about the magic of live performances

I'm a bit of a Prince philistine; strongly on the Greatest Hits side of the equation (the only Prince album I have ever owned is the Batman soundtrack, which I will defend to the death). 1999 is quite fun, and helped define the sound of the era early on, but you likely get everything you need from Little Red Corvette. It's basically too long (started out as a 4* and lost a point on repeated listens)

Not my cup of te. Every song sounds like ”neutron dance” in my ears

Prince’s music is so bad. I can’t understand why he’s considered a legend at all. I don’t get it. I hate it. I absolutely hate his music.

RAAAAHHHHHH

Ugh, just so good!

incredible

So far ahead of its time. The first musical masterpiece of the digital age? Everything seems to come so naturally to him. Just IMAGINE having this much talent. Scary.

I lived this as well as Purple Rain. Fantastic album!

I was lucky enough to see him live in 2016, only a few weeks before he died. One of the best concerts of my life.

Interesting. Strange. Very sexual.

Great album. Funk. Synths, drum machines. Sample please

It's Prince

grooooooooves. i was surprised at how much i liked even the slower songs.

I hadn't listened to the whole album in maybe 30+ years? It's definitely of an era so it's sound feels a bit dated in parts, but it's really a showcase of what Prince could do when he was just approaching the peak of his fame. There wasn't a lot else like it at the time.

This is an amazing album. I had only heard the singles before but it really shows why Prince was just as amazing as he was.

Pretty much every song can be a banger, each exemplifying the funk that is Prince. Electronic elements, guitar, weird studio effects, and of course the lyrics from Prince himself. All of it lends to a great overall album with wonderful singles in it.

It’s Prince

Smooth like silk

Absolutely amazing. Quintessential album from the 80s

- funky, impactful and diverse - but also coherant? - prince blends into the band, strong composing to hide the musicienship

I love Prince

.Great Album. Strong 80's zeitgeist.

Near perfect pop album. Bold, sexual, life and love affirming

This is basically pure 80s and I kinda love it.

A masterpiece in every way

I have never listened to a Prince album, just isolated tracks. This album has a bit of everything from funk, jazz, rock, blues, and electronic influences. Prince is a phenomenal musician and guitar player and I’m excited to dig into his discography more

Excellent listen

Oh man, I really, _really_ miss Prince. This album is amazing.

Rating: 9/10 Best songs: 1999, Little red corvette, Automatic, Free, Lady cab driver, All the critics love you

Pretty perfect mix of rock, funk, and Prince-ness.

It's older Prince

One of the best

Wow, I’d forgotten just how good this album is, with the exception of the last few tracks everyone is a total banger. 5/5

Great album

Fantastic!!!

I 100% know about Prince because of the Authier family. I credit this to Annie, who introduced me, but I understand the credit should actually go the Kris. Good for her. Bringing hyper-sexualized content like this to her youngest sibling at what was almost certainly not an appropriate age. When Annie and I were listening to this a couple years ago, it dawned on me at that time how filthy Prince's lyrics are. It's wild. I was in my mid-30s and felt it wasn't age appropriate for me...ha. Anyway, it doesn't get better than this, in this genre. For me, it's Prince and Madonna. They are the 80s/early 90s pop music champs.

Prince was a true original, one of the greatest musicians to ever walk the Earth. This album ROCKS

One of the best.

Vibey, too long but imma ignore that

Third times the charm. My favorite Prince album, the one I have on vinyl. I love the energy that carries this project from front to back, so many danceable tunes with pretty long runtimes that fit well with the notion of partying like it's 1999 (the album was released in 1982 so that's 17 years of dancing). He even closes it with a slow song for all the couples in the club tonight. Prince is a hit machine, I forget that sometimes. But listening to this always reminds me. I don't know if this is his "best," that's for a jury to decide. But it's my favorite, and it's my first five-star rating since the last Prince album we reviewed! Favorite tracks: Little Red Corvette, 1999, DMSR, Automatic, International Lover, Delirious. Album art: Truly iconic. Not just my favorite from Prince, but one of my favorites ever. Really love the colors and the Pee Wee Hermanish cartoon font. Just a true classic. 5/5

Alright, I think this is the third Prince album we have had and I can solidly say I am a fan. I liked this better than the last one but I can't decided if I like it more or less than Purple Rain, either way, tons of classics on here like 1999m Little Red Corvette, Delirious and more. Love it!

I hate myself for never listening to this album before today. I've always appreciated Prince's greatest hits with the intention of listening to full albums at some point. This was his breakthrough album, and the first one with his band the Revolution, and I would recommend it to anyone wanting to get into his music. (Fun fact, "and the revolution" is written backwards in the eye of the I in Prince in the album artwork.) Anyway, what have I been doing with my life before this. This album is SUCH a vibe.

Powerful dance tunes, sick guitar. I can't get over how he wrote 1999 in 1982 as a future party, but my entire life I've understood it as a 'travel back in time' to party vibe, lol. a few low points but killer overall. Probably a 4.5, but I've gotta round up for Minnesota love.

Didn't realize how many hits are on just this one album.

the sprawling genius of Prince - pop and funk and filth and love

Prince impecável. Ouvi 1999 no repeat.

Full transparency - I've been a huge Prince fan my whole life, so I'm pretty biased, but this is just another example of how Prince has always been ahead of his time. I believe many of these songs would be hits if they were released today and not in 1980.

In short ‘1999’ rocks, and funks. It’s Prince’s coming out album to that masses, a big pop cross over hit, but one that still retains his cred (and the funk) as a musician. It sounds of it time, and yet outside of time, the heavy use of synthesizers and the Linn LM-1 drum machine ensuring it always sounds current. What’s also interesting is the thread of desperation and loneliness that runs through the album’s narrative in amongst all the partying, hedonism, sex, and general staring down of the apocalypse. Truly this is the appropriate soundtrack for the end of times….you can dance if you want to.

Prince weird androgynous fragile, rage-y sexually charged music is a beautiful combination of perverted and innovative (not to mention disturbing!). Cool mix of drum machine beats and guitars and vocals that are hysteric (Cyndi Lauper maybe learned something from this). Stand out track is 'Little Red Corvette

I enjoy this album quite a lot, although there are definitely some tracks that are too long and more of a filler than anything else. Little Red Corvette is one of my favourite Prince songs in his catalogue, it's so good.

Funky, sexy and hilarious in equal measure. Pop's glittering sex dwarf at his very best.

One of the real good ones - free to change my mind almost anywhere any time though

Didn't grow up with Prince really, glad to listen to a full album to get a broader sense of his music past the hit singles

All around great album

This album and " Little Red Corvette" were my first introduction to Prince back in 1982. I remember there being a lot of critical praise and publicity which was very well deserved. What a way to start an album: "1999", " Little Red Corvette" and "Delirious." This was his first album with the Revolution. I don't think anyone else is as successful at putting so much "stuff" into each song and making them great. I wouldn't exactly say busy but there is always a lot going on. It's impossible to pinpoint an exact formula to his music but they tend start to with a drum beat/rhythm and then get filled in with vocals, melodies, guitar and everything else. The dominant themes are parties, sex and romance. But, some of the hidden treasure songs are the different ones: "Something in the Water (Does Not Compute)" is almost an industrial song and "Free" is a serious song about independence. "D.M.S.R" and " Lady Cab Driver" are two great funky songs. This album shows many different styles, soul, funk, industrial, pop, dance, and you can definitely hear its influence on the future. It also does not sound dated at all. In fact, if it was released today, it would sound fresh. A lot going on and to listen to. It would probably take a week getting into this album to do it justice.

Little Red Corvette is the stand out for me, but this is full to the brim with catchy shit, not a bad song on here.

WOW---was expecting this to be a 2 based on the radio hits I remember from middle school. Prince always made me feel weird and icky back then but I think that was the damn evangelical hometown distain of Prince. Favorite track: Lady Cab Driver.

Classic album in every aspect with singles and non-singles that are equally strong - I would say: Dirty Mind, 1999, Purple Rain and Sign o'the Times are the best four Prince albums.

Other than the first song, I was not blown away.

Classic

SUPER GOOD

Some absolutely stonking tracks on here!

Great from start to finish. Funky and fun. Love Little Red Corvette and Lady Cab Driver especially. No notes here. Would give a 4.5 if possible.

Brilliant

That was an experience. All over the place lyrically and musically. Feels experimental in some spots and highly polished in others. I'd never been exposed to anything beyond his radio stuff, so this was extremely cool.

Good sound

Holy ahh

This horned out mf really made some masterful music.

Amazing album!

sweet prince x