Prince Once Invited Shania Twain to Make the ‘Next “Rumours” Album’
Country star was in the middle of a divorce from producer Mutt Lange when she got a call asking her to record a Fleetwood Mac-like LP at Paisley Park.
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The Song Prince Refused to Let Elvis Costello Sing
British artist was forced to take a new direction and ended up with something he "liked better."
Prince’s ‘Prince': The Story Behind Every Song on His Second LP
A deep dive into each track on Prince's second album, 1979's 'Prince.'
How Prince Began to Put Everything in Place With ‘Controversy’
He started to transform into a world-beating '80s phenom on this transitional fourth album.
How Prince Returned to the Mainstream With ‘Diamonds and Pearls’
After a critical stumble on 'Graffiti Bridge,' he was in need of a hit.
Why Prince ‘Abhorred’ Compulsory License Covers of His Songs
"I don't mind fans singing the songs," Prince said. "My problem is when the industry 'covers' the music."
Why Prince’s First Recording Session Didn’t Wow His Engineer
The second time they worked together, however, was a different story.
Prince ‘Did Not Believe In’ Mariah Carey’s ‘Beautiful Ones’ Cover
She didn't find out his true feelings until years after her version was released.
When Prince Took a Begrudging Look Back on ‘The Hits/The B-Sides’
This well-received compilation represented another round in his seemingly never-ending tangle with Warner Bros.
Alexander O’Neal Holds ‘No Grudges’ Against Prince
Singer was quickly replaced by Morris Day, but credits Prince with helping start his career.