Which do you prefer: the released version of "The Dance" or the unreleased, older version? I have never heard the unreleased, I'm just wondering what popular opinion is.

Also, was the older version part of a bigger project? I need some home schooling.

I prefer the 3121 version of The Dance.

Both versions are official releases - one on The Chocolate Invasion, one on 3121.

I prefer the earlier version. I think the performance, in general, and the "rougher" production show a vulnerability that is very appealing.

On the 3121 version, he's bitter. As if he's saying, "I wrote this song for you, bitch - and you threw it back in my face. Here, take it. I don't want it anymore."

3121 version

3121...has the only version I have heard.

Damn, good question...

They are both very climatic. Damn! I literally can't choose!

TheBluePrince said:

Climatic? Really? What kind of climate? Maritime? Continental?

Genesia said:

Just about pissed myself...

3121 is the best version. It has the better ending.

Haven't heard the old version, but I certainly like the sexual tension of the 3121 version.....it's just no fay-ah!

3121

i'd have to agree, the version from 3121 is better more dramatic!

i really like the first version better. it's maybe not that dramatic, but to me it sounds more sad. i like the arrangement better.
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Oooh, one of my all time favourites, the 3121 version of The Dance is amazing, I have heard the other one, but I like all the drama in this one !!!

I prefer the 3121 version.

The end is amazing. There is so much more emotion in the new version, Prince has been totally rejected by someone he loved and he lets it all out in that song, as if he is on the verge of madness.

It is actually hard for me to listen to it at times. As a piece of art it is amazingly powerful.

Jeffiner said:

pana bannanna brang the dramma comma yo mamma.

It's a draw, I love them both equally. Don't make me have to choose

purplecam said:

Every time I play The Dance purplecam I think of you too! Because I know you love it as much as me!

The 3121 version is construed and over the top, compared to the sincere, natural sounding version on The Chocolate Invasion

Jeffiner said:

Awww shucks you rock Jeffiner!!!!!

HamsterHuey said:

i agree

purplepolitician said:

Logic prevails in some corners of the known galaxy.

HamsterHuey said:

Hehehe,

Fhunkin said:

Ik bel je even.

Fhunkin said:

HamsterHuey said:

doesn't it? :lamecomeback:

starkitty said:

have both and like 3121 version better, more depth to it, in sound that is.

purplepolitician said:

Yes, and I am glad for it. Hallelujah.

HamsterHuey said: