"87 91" is a compilation album by the legendary musician Prince, showcasing some of his most popular tracks from the late 80s and early 90s. The album features hit singles such as "Batdance", "Diamonds and Pearls", and "Cream", as well as lesser-known gems like "Alphabet St." and "Thieves in the Temple".
Prince's signature blend of funk, rock, and pop is on full display throughout the album, with his unmistakable falsetto vocals and virtuosic guitar playing taking center stage. The production is slick and polished, with lush synths and catchy hooks that are sure to get listeners grooving.
NOTE:The track times on the back insert differ slightly from the actual times on the CD, by 1 or 2 seconds.
NOTE:
Track 6: Alphabet St runs at 4:21 - this is a straight edit of the 5:40 album version, it just fades at 4:21.
Track 8: Batdance runs at 4:08 - this is actually a 'remix edit', which is based on the album version but misses out the guitar section from 1:46-2:43 and stops at 'This town needs an enema', with the final 'stop' sample tacked on.
Track 9: Partyman - just misses out the 'Gentleman, let's broaden out minds' intro.
While some die-hard fans may argue that the album leaves out some of Prince's deeper cuts and more experimental work, "87 91" is a great introduction to the artist's music for newcomers and a fun trip down memory lane for longtime fans. it's a solid collection of some of Prince's most iconic songs that showcases why he was one of the most influential musicians of his generation.