was just wondering who as the Vault and what u think of it? would u put in the worst or the Best cd's 2 have or whatnot? Also what is your fav song from it (if u have 1)

Tangey said:

a MUST HAVE...if only for the brilliant, "When the lights go down."

an absolute must have. the full version of She Spoke 2 Me is, by itself, worth the time and money. This is actually one of my favorite discs...short and sweet. just like him...just kidding, y'all

I love this album. It's Prince's pre-jazz primer.
The songs flow together very well and it's the perfect disc to listen to on long night drives. No shit.

This is not a throw away album, by any means.

Oh, and I love the ONA and Crystal Ball discs too.

Call me crazy...

squirrelgrease said:

You're Crazy.

squirrelgrease said:

No. You're the one that's Crazy.

I really like this album. My favorite song is 'There is Lonely'.

One of my favorite cd´s, the best songs on it imo 5women and
Old friends 4 sale.

BUY IT!!

I really hated how this album got lambasted in the press three years ago. I remember the critic gave it A ONE STAR review and said that only thing that proved he still had some creative juices left in him was "My Little Pill". Well do we need to elaborate on the ridiculousness of the said "article"? Another one called out the "80's synth horns" of one cut!

Anyway, great record. And the Warners definitely were able to show a lot of respect for Prince's music as they compiled the record into such a cohesive piece. The big question is however, how did they manage to make this record when Prince (according to his own words) didn't want it to be released? Did he just happen to leave some tapes at the record company's office or what?

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TheResistor said:

I wish I had gotten it sooner than I did last year... Because I always knew, but now I really know He(Prince) knows there is LONELY

Oh thanks, IstenSzek. I thought so, that's why even Steve Parke did the cover art. Right, and it's so short because it was the same deal basically as with C&D. Funny, this thing never gets talked about too much.

Actually I've started to prefer the later version of "Old Friends 4 Sale" due to the amazing orchestral arrangements. Of course the first version had more sensible lyrics (and a better vocal performance for that matter) but I just personally love that bad film mood. Actually I kinda wish it would have been included on the symbol album instead of "3 Chains", but that's just... you know, irrelevant.

IstenSzek said:

which one is the early version? the one with the orchestra or the one without? tell me.. cause i thought the one with the orchestra was the original, but i like the other one better.

IstenSzek said:

Prince delivered this disc, along with Chaos And Disorder in Spring of '96 to WB. They were both part of a package deal to get Prince out of his contract. That's why the artwork on both of the discs is matching. The concept was that one was old "Prince" material, while the other was . Warners were the ones who decided to release the albums at different times, and Prince didn't seem too happy about it. His claims that Warner's released the album without his permission were simply his way of protesting the way they handled the releases.

I really think that both of these discs have gotten unfair critism. Sure, they are contractual obligation albums, and there isn't anything groundbreaking on them, but both are a lot of fun. These discs are just simple little tunes, but there is such an attitude of Prince just enjoying himself in the studio. I'd rather hear either of these albums that Rave or NPS any day!
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There is one gem in there(imo)"Extrodinairy".Beautiful ballad.

There are three versions of the song "Old Friend's 4 Sale"in general circulation:

The 'first' version is of the basic tracks recorded during the Parade sessions. From 1985.

The 'second' version is of these same basic tracks with the Clare Fischer orchestral overdubs. From 1985.

The 'third' version is of these same basic tracks with the Clare Fischer orchestral overdubs with further overdubs and some new Prince vocal lead and background tracks (including new lyrics). From 1991.

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I loove it! It cames out right to that time I beginn to realy freak out! Aurevoire les amies! All 4 you! Salut!
I love Prince's picture there special...

I've never heard this second version!

*sniff*

squirrelgrease said:

Yep, you're crazy, alright...you're talking to yourself.

lovebird said:

He sings REALLY low on that one. That song is like the epitome of a depression...or something.

When The Lights Go Down--as some1 said...worth it even if just 4 this song alone.

She Spoke 2 Me- that drum solo is just...hmm...wow? Yes, that's the word.

:eye: 'av it...good Lord...:eye: listen 2 it almost every daggone nite! "She spoke 2 me" is what :eye: am gonna sing 2 him (of course changing the she's & anything feminine to 'e's and masculine) when we meet in the studio... it def. (2 me) sould be regarded as 1 of 'is best albums..."My Little Pill" makes me worry a mite tho... "It's about that walk" was recorded VERY SHORTLY after lil man seen me walking in2 a club :eye: used 2 work in... & he's embarassed me by it but what the hey? a compliments a compliment! "There is Lonely" is something u'd consider listening 2 wen u r just pondering about thangs. "Extrodinary" was written wen "HE" and :eye: 'ad just finished...well u kno lick: (:eye: was begging ya'll) ...and he was lookin @ moi as :eye: laid there...oh shit...thass 2 much info 4 ya'll...GOTsTA GO!

(remember ya'll:it ain't ova!!!)
God, i luv THAT MAN

I LOVE this CD, and it's jazzy tunes.

My fav is "When the Lights Go Down".

Yet again, another facet of his many talents.

I love this CD!!! one of my favorites for sure!!
she spoke to me, when the lights go down, there is lonley, sarah, extraordinary...ahh...the whole album kicks my arse!!