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“Raspberry Beret” is the first US (and second UK) single from Prince and The Revolution’s 1985 album, Around the World in a Day, released on 15 May 1985. The sound was completely different from any previous Prince track, incorporating Middle-Eastern finger-cymbals, stringed instruments, and even a harmonica on the extended version. The song was also more in the pop vein than ever before, though the 12-inch single and video of the song feature a funky intro. Although the song was originally recorded in 1982, Prince drastically reworked it with The Revolution to give it more of an international sound. The string section was: Novi Novog on violin, Suzi Katayama and David Coleman on cello. Wendy and Lisa provided backing vocals, and the rest of the song was performed by Prince. The song tells of a teenage romance and first sexual experience with a girl who wears the titular hat. The video for the song - Prince’s first since his short-lived “ban” on music videos - was also significant, displaying Prince’s new short haircut, and The Revolution vaguely resembling Gypsies or hippies. The song quickly became a fan favorite, and a staple in nearly every Prince tour. The extended version was included on Ultimate in 2006. While this song reached #2 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the US, it only reached #25 on the UK Singles Chart.
The US B-side, “She’s Always In My Hair”, is a rock and roll number, with guitar and organs and emotional lyrics screamed toward the end. Years later, the song would finally be performed live, much to the delight of long-time fans. Ironically this song is also said to be about Susan Moonsie but a glimpse of Prince’s feelings towards the end of their relationship.
The US B-side, “She’s Always In My Hair”, is a rock and roll number, with guitar and organs and emotional lyrics screamed toward the end. Years later, the song would finally be performed live, much to the delight of long-time fans. Ironically this song is also said to be about Susan Moonsie but a glimpse of Prince’s feelings towards the end of their relationship.
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hippiesilke wrote:
one two one two three!
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wishonthestars wrote:
<3
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rosebudz wrote:
walked in through the out door......
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bgmccrac wrote:
Oh, you are so dirty!
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Vogeltje1618 wrote:
I like it!!!!!!!
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sweetdee1959 wrote:
Prince is a musical genius!
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sugarbowl wrote:
Can't get this song out of my head :D
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chachachoke wrote:
Hilarious as all Goddam, and just so fun.
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justiceforsoup wrote:
this is awesome! oh prince you hairy little gem!
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jsb969 wrote:
it just makes you move.......
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Raised_Furr wrote:
. . . cough, cough . . .
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leo23gemini wrote:
she wore a RASBERRY BERET.... the kind you find in a second hand store.... i think i love this song.... lol long time fav of mine
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PharmacyGrl wrote:
SHE WORE A RASPBERRY BERET!
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nikki7love7 wrote:
luv, me sum prince.
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oruiz wrote:
oei ja lekker dit hoor. kleine man
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rayneonme wrote:
hendrix meets james brown= prince<3
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dscomic wrote:
Hope old man Johnson doesn't carry a shotgun...
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Kleinempfanger wrote:
I can't help loving this song... "if it was warm she wouldn't wear much more"
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Mr_Whirly wrote:
Pop heaven :D
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guskeys wrote:
the little dude is a genius
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