Kiss

by Prince and The Revolution

Kiss cover art

Originally given to the funk band Mazarati before Prince reclaimed it, the arrangement is incredibly stripped-down, completely omitting a traditional bassline. Built on a programmed LinnDrum beat, acoustic guitar chops, and a heavily gated vocal performance, it became an undeniable dancefloor staple. The track earned a Grammy Award for Best R&B Vocal Performance.

Genres

  • Synth Funk
  • Minneapolis Sound

Tracklist

  1. Kiss
  2. Love or Money