1999

About 1999

"1999" is one of Prince's best-known songs, and a defining moment in his rise to superstar status. The apocalyptic yet upbeat party anthem saw chart success in 1983, peaking at #12 in the US and #25 in the UK (reaching #2 in the UK when re-released in 1985). The album version of the song starts with a slowed-down voice, reassuring the listener "Don't worry, I won't hurt you. I only want you to have some fun." Prince shares lead vocals on the track with members of his band The Revolution, namely Dez Dickerson, Lisa Coleman and Jill Jones. .

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About this song

Credited to

Prince

Album

1999 · Track 1 of 11 · Title track

Released

October 27, 1982

Duration

6:19

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518,978 listeners on Last.fm

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From the album: 1999