On this day, February 9, 1983, Prince released Little Red Corvette, one of his most iconic songs. As the second single from his breakthrough album 1999, the song helped catapult him into mainstream stardom with its infectious blend of rock, funk, and pop.
Little Red Corvette became Prince’s first major crossover hit, reaching #6 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and climbing to #2 in the UK. The song’s smooth groove, sensual lyrics, and unforgettable melody made it a defining track of the 80s. Its music video was also one of the first by a Black artist to receive heavy rotation on MTV, breaking barriers for greater diversity on the network.
With its mix of new wave and R&B influences, Little Red Corvette showcased Prince’s ability to blur genre lines, setting the stage for his future dominance in pop music. It remains one of his most celebrated songs, a timeless classic that continues to influence artists across generations.
Fun fact: The inspiration for Little Red Corvette reportedly came to Prince after he fell asleep in a backup singer’s car following an all night recording session.
Trivia question: What album featured Little Red Corvette and was Prince’s first to go platinum?
Little Red Corvette became Prince’s first major crossover hit, reaching #6 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and climbing to #2 in the UK. The song’s smooth groove, sensual lyrics, and unforgettable melody made it a defining track of the 80s. Its music video was also one of the first by a Black artist to receive heavy rotation on MTV, breaking barriers for greater diversity on the network.
With its mix of new wave and R&B influences, Little Red Corvette showcased Prince’s ability to blur genre lines, setting the stage for his future dominance in pop music. It remains one of his most celebrated songs, a timeless classic that continues to influence artists across generations.
Fun fact: The inspiration for Little Red Corvette reportedly came to Prince after he fell asleep in a backup singer’s car following an all night recording session.
Trivia question: What album featured Little Red Corvette and was Prince’s first to go platinum?
