The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale cover

The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale

Prince · 1999

39 min · 10 tracks · contemporary R&B · funk · jazz

An eclectic blend of funk and introspective balladry, showcasing Prince's timeless songwriting prowess and unique vocal delivery.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective moments of intimacy
  • short tracks for quick enjoyment
  • varied emotional landscapes throughout
  • playful rhythms to sway along

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer longer, cohesive albums
  • seek high-energy dance tracks

Where this album fits

Themes
nostalgic friendships· lost connections· intimate reflections
Career context
Released in 1999, 'The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale' is a collection of previously unreleased tracks that marks a shift in Prince's career following his contentious split from Warner Bros. This album came after the end of his extensive battle for artistic freedom, featuring songs recorded during various phases of his prolific output in the late 1980s and early 1990s, reflecting on themes of friendship and nostalgia.
Sounds like this from elsewhere
Mama's Gun by Erykah Badu — Explores themes of nostalgia and personal reflection through rich, organic production.
Embrya by Maxwell — Combines smooth R&B melodies with a contemplative lyrical approach, echoing intimate connections.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 The Rest of My Life 1:40
  • 2 It's About That Walk 4:26
  • 3 She Spoke 2 Me (extended remix) 8:20
  • 4 5 Women 5:13
  • 5 When the Lights Go Down 7:11
  • 6 My Little Pill 1:09
  • 7 There Is Lonely 2:29
  • 8 Old Friends 4 Sale 3:28
  • 9 Sarah 2:53
  • 10 Extraordinary 2:28

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