My guess is Arms of Orion.

I think that's right. But it's from a weird spot in the song--like the "sea of tranquility" bit, or something.

Nah, not really. He's whistling the chorus.

Arms of Orion

Interesting to know. I love that video.

[Edited 8/16/16 18:14pm]

Thank God for Albert Magnoli's brilliant direction that made "Partyman" and "Batdance" the two greatest Prince videos of all time.

I wondered if it was mostly nostalgia that had me feeling such joy in these videos over the years, having such fond memories of my 14-year-old self diggiing them so much on MTV.

But no, every time I revisit them I am reminded of their genius - a true glimpse into what a "Batman" movie starring Prince (as Gemini, or maybe even multiple characters - would've loved a Batman movie in which Prince took on the roles of Batman/Bruce, Joker, AND Gemini) might've been like.

I recently saw Tim Burton's "Batman" on a giant screen in one of the nicest movie theaters in my area - first time seeing it on the big screen since 1989 (though I've watched it many times on VHS, LD, DVD, and Blu-ray over the years).

Great to hear Prince's music over a theater sound system. I remember how thoroughly disappointed I was the very first time I saw "Batman" and realized how realitively little of Prince's soundtrack album was prominently featured. It actually made it hard for me to appreciate the brilliance of Burton's achievement for a LONG time (now I feel that it is still the best big screen "Batman" - yes, above all the Nolan ones which I consider absurdly overrated, with the exception of 'Begins'). I felt cheated! I wanted to hear ALL the songs as part of the movie - but I do think it's awesome that the great Danny Elfman incorprated the melody of "Scandalous" into his iconic score for the Bruce/Vicki love theme.

As for Prince whistling "The Arms of Orion" at the start of the "Partyman" video - I love that bit. I SO wish there had been a video made for "Orion" - a minor hit that deserved to be a MAJOR hit. (And a song that should've been utilized in the movie.)

Yep, the Amrs Of Orion chorus Good stuff!

leadline said:

Still burns me up that only the short version of this video is on the Batman blu-ray.

"hey baby, whatcha smokin?"

Question about the Partyman video...there's a scene where he gives a monkey a banana. When the monkey peels the banana, it says "Psyche". Was having a monkey in the video a reference to Michael Jackson and Bubbles?

eyewishuheaven said:

Still burns me up that only the short version of this video is on the Batman blu-ray.

I hear ya, re: this... Pisses me off too!