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Controversy captures Prince at a pivotal moment, expanding the Minneapolis sound with sharper synths, political themes and a bold mix of funk, pop and new wave. Released in 1981, the album blends social commentary with Prince’s trademark sensuality, pushing his songwriting into more experimental territory while retaining the tight grooves that defined his early work. Lisa Coleman and Doctor Fink contribute key backing vocals and keyboard textures, adding depth to the album’s stripped yet punchy production. Featuring standout tracks such as Controversy, Sexuality, Do Me Baby and Let’s Work, this remastered reissue presents the album in a clean modern pressing that preserves its raw energy and forward‑thinking style.

TRACKLIST  
Controversy  
Sexuality  
Do Me Baby  
Private Joy  
Ronnie Talk To Russia  
Let’s Work  
Annie Christian  
Jack U Off  

Features  
Limited edition reissue  
Remastered audio  
Includes Controversy Sexuality Do Me Baby and Let’s Work  
Minneapolis sound era Prince  
Lisa Coleman and Doctor Fink contributions  

Information  
Artist Prince  
Title Controversy  
Format LP Album Limited Edition Reissue Remastered  
Label Warner Bros Records Rhino Records  
Catalogue Number 8122 79777 6  
Barcode 8122797776  
Country Europe  
Released 20 June 2011  
Genre Electronic Funk Soul  
Style Synth Pop Funk Minneapolis Sound  


Controversy captures Prince at a pivotal moment, expanding the Minneapolis sound with sharper synths, political themes and a bold mix of funk, pop and new wave. Released in 1981, the album blends social commentary with Prince’s trademark sensuality, pushing his songwriting into more experimental territory while retaining the tight grooves that defined his early work. Lisa Coleman and Doctor Fink contribute key backing vocals and keyboard textures, adding depth to the album’s stripped yet punchy production. Featuring standout tracks such as Controversy, Sexuality, Do Me Baby and Let’s Work, this remastered reissue presents the album in a clean modern pressing that preserves its raw energy and forward‑thinking style.TRACKLIST  Controversy  Sexuality  Do Me Baby  Private Joy  Ronnie Talk To Russia  Let’s Work  Annie Christian  Jack U Off  Features  Limited edition reissue  Remastered audio  Includes Controversy Sexuality Do Me Baby and Let’s Work  Minneapolis sound era Prince  Lisa Coleman and Doctor Fink contributions  Information  Artist Prince  Title Controversy  Format LP Album Limited Edition Reissue Remastered  Label Warner Bros Records Rhino Records  Catalogue Number 8122 79777 6  Barcode 8122797776  Country Europe  Released 20 June 2011  Genre Electronic Funk Soul  Style Synth Pop Funk Minneapolis Sound  

  • Artist Prince
  • Record Label Ward Records
  • Occasion Birthday
  • Case Type Cardboard Sleeve
  • Fidelity Level Full-Range
  • Vinyl Matrix Number n
  • Inlay Condition Mint (M)
  • Colour Black
  • Format Record
  • Record Grading Mint (M)
  • Unit Type Unit
  • Release Year 2011
  • Style 1980s, Contemporary R&B, Disco Funk, Synth-Pop
  • Features Sealed, Remastered
  • Performer Orchestra /
  • Unit Quantity 1
  • Number of Audio Channels Stereo
  • Catalogue Number 8122797776
  • Speed 33 RPM
  • Composer /
  • Release Title Controversy
  • Edition Reissue, Remastered
  • Type LP
  • Sleeve Grading Mint (M)
  • Producer /
  • Era 1980s
  • Instrument Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Electric Guitar, Guitar
  • Conductor /
  • Genre Electronic, Funk, Rock, Soul
  • Run Time LP
  • EAN 081227977764

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