Description

Book Synopsis
The real Prince in the words of those who knew him best—from award-winning author Touré.

“...one of the rare oral histories I’d recommend as an introduction to its subject. The author’s interview skills and his trusted status in the Prince orbit mean that his book—based on decades of interviews—is full of revealing insights into Prince’s life and work.”—Jay Gabler, The Current

Nothing Compares 2 U is an oral history built from years of interviews with dozens of people who were in Prince’s inner circle—from childhood friends to band members to girlfriends to managers to engineers to photographers, and more—all providing unique insights into the man and the musician.

This revelatory book is a deeply personal and candid discussion of who Prince really was emotionally, professionally, and romantically. It tackles subjects never-before-discussed, including Prince’s multiple personalities, his romantic relationships, his traumatic childhood and how it propelled him into his music career, and how he found the inspiration for some of his most important songs, including “Purple Rain,” “Starfish and Coffee,” and the unheard “Wally.”

Nothing Compares 2 U paints the most complete picture yet written of the most important and most mysterious artist of his time.

Nothing Compares 2 U: An Oral History of Prince

Product form

£22.50

Includes FREE delivery

RRP £30.00 – you save £7.50 (25%)

Order before 4pm today for delivery by Wed 14 Jan 2026.

A Hardback by Touré, Susannah Melvoin

Out of stock


    View other formats and editions of Nothing Compares 2 U: An Oral History of Prince by Touré

    Publisher: Permuted Press
    Publication Date: 24/08/2021
    ISBN13: 9781642939187, 978-1642939187
    ISBN10: 1642939188

    Description

    Book Synopsis
    The real Prince in the words of those who knew him best—from award-winning author Touré.

    “...one of the rare oral histories I’d recommend as an introduction to its subject. The author’s interview skills and his trusted status in the Prince orbit mean that his book—based on decades of interviews—is full of revealing insights into Prince’s life and work.”—Jay Gabler, The Current

    Nothing Compares 2 U is an oral history built from years of interviews with dozens of people who were in Prince’s inner circle—from childhood friends to band members to girlfriends to managers to engineers to photographers, and more—all providing unique insights into the man and the musician.

    This revelatory book is a deeply personal and candid discussion of who Prince really was emotionally, professionally, and romantically. It tackles subjects never-before-discussed, including Prince’s multiple personalities, his romantic relationships, his traumatic childhood and how it propelled him into his music career, and how he found the inspiration for some of his most important songs, including “Purple Rain,” “Starfish and Coffee,” and the unheard “Wally.”

    Nothing Compares 2 U paints the most complete picture yet written of the most important and most mysterious artist of his time.

    Recently viewed products

    © 2025 Book Curl

      • American Express
      • Apple Pay
      • Diners Club
      • Discover
      • Google Pay
      • Maestro
      • Mastercard
      • PayPal
      • Shop Pay
      • Union Pay
      • Visa

      Login

      Forgot your password?

      Don't have an account yet?
      Create account