Insatiable (Prince song)

"Insatiable" is a song by Prince and The New Power Generation, from the 1991 album Diamonds and Pearls.[2] It is a slow, simmering ballad that often draws comparisons to 1989's "Scandalous!". The B-side was "I Love U in Me", which was originally the B-side to "The Arms of Orion". "Insatiable" was only released in the US as a 7" single, a 12" promo was sent only to Urban radio stations, and the track was not released to Pop radio stations. It performed well on the R&B chart, reaching number 3, but did not break the top 40 on the US Pop chart. Its single sales were moderate, and it received heavy airplay on Urban and UAC radio stations, but it did not make the Hot 100 Airplay (the R&B airplay chart did not appear until spring 1992).

"Insatiable"
US 12" promo
Single by Prince and The New Power Generation
from the album Diamonds and Pearls
B-side"I Love U in Me"
ReleasedNovember 4, 1991
RecordedLarrabee Studio, October 1990
GenreSoul[1]
Length4:01 (7" Edit)
6:37 (Album Version)
LabelPaisley Park/Warner Bros.
Songwriter(s)Prince
Producer(s)Prince
Prince and The New Power Generation singles chronology
"Cream"
(1991)		 "Insatiable"
(1991)		 "Diamonds and Pearls"
(1991)
Prince (UK) singles chronology
"Cream"
(1991)		 "Insatiable"
(1991)		 "Diamonds and Pearls"
(1991)
Music video
"Insatiable" on YouTube

Critical reception

Patrick Corcoran from Albumism said that "Insatiable" "is the kind of rich, lush ballad Prince has dropped since day one, dripping in desire and barely concealed lust." He stated that "showcasing the best falsetto since Curtis Mayfield's, it serves as a reminder of Prince’s vocal dexterity and prowess".[3] Larry Flick from Billboard wrote, ""Cream" has just barely risen to the top of the Hot 100 and Prince has already unleashed another jewel from his "Diamonds and Pearls" set." He added, "Racy lyrics are balanced by a slow'n'grinding R&B instrumental foundation and acrobatic vocals. Overall, a highly sensual listening experience."[4] People noted that it "sounds like Percy Sledge meets Peter Gabriel."[5] Scott Poulson-Bryant from Spin described it as "gliding retro-soul balladry".[6]

Music video

A music video was made to accompany the song, directed by Randee St. Nicholas.[7] It was published on YouTube in September 2017. By November 2020, the video has been viewed over 1,4 million times.[8]

Charts
Chart (1992) Peak
position
US Billboard Hot 100 77
US Billboard Hot R&B Songs 3

References
  1. Poulson-Bryant, Scott (November 1991). "Prince and the New Power Generation: Diamonds and Pearls". Spin. Spin Media. ISSN 0886-3032. Retrieved 15 September 2011.
  2. http://www.discogs.com/Prince-And-The-New-Power-Generation-Prince-Insatiable/release/1474407
  3. Corcoran, Patrick (27 September 2016). "Prince & The New Power Generation's 'Diamonds and Pearls' Turns 25: Anniversary Retrospective". Albumism. Retrieved 15 November 2020.
  4. Flick, Larry (16 November 1991). "Single Reviews" (PDF). Billboard. p. 81. Retrieved 22 October 2020.
  5. "Picks and Pans Review: Diamonds and Pearls". People. 21 October 1991. Retrieved 13 November 2020.
  6. Poulson-Bryant, Scott (November 1991). "SPINS". Spin. Retrieved 2 November 2020.
  7. "Insatiable (1991) by Prince". IMVDb. Retrieved 28 November 2020.
  8. "Prince & The New Power Generation - Insatiable (Official Music Video)". YouTube. 15 September 2017. Retrieved 28 November 2020.
This article is issued from Wikipedia. The text is licensed under Creative Commons - Attribution - Sharealike. Additional terms may apply for the media files.