Private Joy
Prince
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Ooh My little secret, my private joy I could never let another play with my toy My little angel from heaven above Oh oh oh oh oh I think I'm falling in love And I ain't gonna tell nobody nobody 'bout my little pretty toy All the other kids would love to love you but you're my little private joy My private joy You're my private joy Private joy Such a pretty toy Joy, you are my private joy You're my little lover, orgasmatron Only I know, only I know, baby, what turns you on You're my little secret neon light Girl I wanna turn it on, turn it on, turn it on every night, ooh Ain't gonna tell nobody nobody 'bout my little pretty toy All the other kids would love to love you but you're my little private joy My private joy You're my private joy Private joy, such a pretty, pretty toy Joy, oh my private joy Shoot me up baby, ooh, let's take a trip I can't get enough, can't get enough of your private, private joy, joy, joy, yeah Joy, such a such a pretty toy Joy, you are my private joy Joy, shoot me up baby, let's take a trip Joy, can't get enough of your private, ooh Come on honey baby get up Get up I strangled Valentino (he strangled Valentino) Been mine ever since (been his ever since) If anybody asks you (if anybody asks you) You belong to Prince Come on baby, get up Get up Oh yeah, get up Get up, yeah
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Written by: Prince Rogers Nelson
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Private Joy" is a single by American musician Prince, from his fourth studio album, Controversy, which was released in 1981.
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Album RankingDespite not being released as a single, "Private Joy" still managed to receive significant airplay on urban-contemporary radio, proving the popularity of Prince's work at the time.
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Cover VersionsIn 1982, a cover version of "Private Joy" was given by La Toya Jackson for her debut album. However, Prince made clear that he did not endorse Jackson's version of his song.
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Musical StyleLike many of Prince's songs, "Private Joy" is a mix of rock, pop, soul, and funk. This fusion of genres reflects Prince's innovative and unique style.
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Songwriting Style"Private Joy" is seen as one of the first songs where Prince developed his iconic songwriting style, using sexual metaphors to describe his love and passion.
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Song Theme"Private Joy" is a playful and teasing song where Prince sings about a girl whom he claims is his own private joy, implying a secret love or passion.
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Not Commercially ReleasedEven though "Private Joy" was not commercially released as a single from Prince's Controversy album, it gained attention and radio play, nevertheless.
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Fans' FavoriteThe song is a fan favorite and is often ranked as one of Prince's underrated classics.
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Song LegacyThe popularity of "Private Joy" among fans, despite it not being a standalone single, is an example of Prince's ability to create compelling filler tracks for his albums.
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Music CopyrightsLike all of Prince's music, "Private Joy" is owned by the Prince Estate, and it cannot be used in any form without their permission.
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