On This Day: April 19, 1986 – Kiss by Prince Hit Number 1 in America

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On This Day: April 19, 1986 – Kiss by Prince Hit Number 1 in America.

On this day April 19, 1986, Kiss by Prince reached number 1 on the US Billboard Hot 100, where it held the top spot through May 2. The stripped down funk anthem also reached number 1 in the UK and became one of the most iconic songs in Prince’s legendary catalog.

Known for its minimal production, falsetto vocals, and unforgettable groove, Kiss showed off Prince’s genius for doing more with less. The track stood out on the album Parade and proved that a simple riff, clever lyrics, and raw...
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