This is a great take on a Prince song, smoothing the staccato funk of the original into a more contemplative vibe. I especially like the barely in tune (and sometimes reversed) rubber band guitar effect that weaves its way through the song, imparting a little bluegrass twinge–it really grounds the sound for me somehow.

Here’s the original. Prince ruled. Also, how unnecessary and over the top is EVERYTHING about his performance?

Brook Reeder