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Recorded in the spring of 2010 and then mysteriously abandoned by Prince before its release, the statement album Welcome 2 America documents Prince’s concerns, hopes, and visions for a shifting society, presciently foreshadowing an era of political division, disinformation, and a renewed fight for racial justice. The album features some of Prince’s only studio collaborations with the bassist Tal Wilkenfeld, drummer Chris Coleman, and engineer Jason Agel, with additional contributions from New Power Generation singers Shelby J, Liv Warfield, and Elisa Fiorillo and keyboardist Morris Hayes, who Prince also recruited to co-produce the album.

STAFF COMMENTS

Barry says: It really is a testament to the output of the purple one himself that THIS absolute stunner got left on the cutting room floor. Political spoken word, undeniable groove and impeccable instrumental performances from all involved lead to one of the greatest albums he's put out for a LONG time.

TRACK LISTING

CD TRACKLIST:
1. Welcome 2 America (5:23)
2. Running Game (Son Of A Slave Master) (4:05)
3. Born 2 Die (5:03)
4. 1000 Light Years From Here (5:46)
5. Hot Summer (3:32)
6. Stand Up And B Strong (5:18)
7. Check The Record (3:28)
8. Same Page Different Book (4:41)
9. When She Comes (4:46)
10. 1010 (Rin Tin Tin) (4:42)
11. Yes (2:56)
12. One Day We Will All B Free (4:41)

VINYL TRACKLIST WITH SIDE BREAKS:
SIDE A
1. Welcome 2 America (5:23)
2. Running Game (Son Of A Slave Master) (4:05)
3. Born 2 Die (5:03)
4. 1000 Light Years From Here (5:46)
SIDE B
1. Hot Summer (3:32)
2. Stand Up And B Strong (5:18)
3. Check The Record (3:28)
4. Same Page, Different Book (4:41)
SIDE C
1. When She Comes (4:46)
2. 1010 (Rin Tin Tin) (4:42)
3. Yes (2:56)
4. One Day We Will All B Free (4:41)
SIDE D
Etching

BLU-RAY TRACKLIST:
Welcome 2 America: Live At The Forum, April 28, 2011
Runtime: 2:13:00
Available In Stereo, 5.1 Surround And Dolby Atmos
Joy In Repetition
Brown Skin (India.Arie Cover)
17 Days
Shhh
Controversy
Theme From “Which Way Is Up” (Stargard Cover)
What Have You Done For Me Lately (Janet Jackson Cover)
Partyman
Make You Feel My Love (Bob Dylan Cover)
Misty Blue (Eddy Arnold Cover)
Let’s Go Crazy
Delirious
1999
Little Red Corvette
Purple Rain
The Bird (The Time Cover – Prince Composition)
Jungle Love (The Time Cover – Prince Composition)
A Love Bizarre (Sheila E Cover – Prince Composition)
Kiss
Play That Funky Music (Wild Cherry Cover)
Inglewood Swingin’ (version Of Kool & The Gang’s Hollywood Swingin’)
Fantastic Voyage (Lakeside Cover)
More Than This (Roxy Music Cover)