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Press Rewind: A Prince Lyrics Podcast

Jason Breininger
Prince
Parade
Dream Factory
Sign O the Times
Crystal Ball
Under the Cherry Moon
Sheila E
Wendy and Lisa
Sign Of the Times
Princely Collaborations
The Glamorous Life
Gigolos Get Lonely Too
Call Of the Wild
Warner Brothers
In a Large Room With No Light
Dear Michaelangelo
Heaven
Old Friends 4 Sale
Roadhouse Garden
Sexual Freedom

A Prince Lyrics Podcast - Song by song lyrical analysis of Prince's music

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Latest Episodes

On episode 222 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, I discuss the lyrics to an almost Sign o’ the Times ballad, “Crucial,” ultimately released on the 1998 Crystal Ball collection.

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On episode 221 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, I never say die when talking about Prince’s unintentional Mother’s Day gift to all the proud mamas out there, “Make Your Mama Happy,” from the 1998 Crystal Ball collection.

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On episode 220 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, I grab a Greek mythology text and The Bible to try and help me understand the characters from the Sign o’ the Times Super Deluxe vault track, “Adonis and Bathsheba.”

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On episode 219 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, we go back to “The Ball” by covering that companion track to “Crystal Ball” as well as a mostly instrumental rehearsal jam recorded only days earlier, “Soul Psychodelicide,” both from the Si... more

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Recent Guests

Suze Rodgers
Collaborator and session participant who sat with Prince through many recordings
Prince's session team
Episode: Adonis and Bathsheba: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast
Karen Shedrick
A long-time guest and friend of the pod, knowledgeable of Prince's works
Episode: The Glamorous Life: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast
Jerry Bonner
Returning guest and music enthusiast
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Episode: Gigolos Get Lonely Too: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast
Tara Betts
Poet and educator, known for her insights on music and culture
DePaul University
Episode: Manic Monday: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast

Host

Jason Brenninger
Host of the Press Rewind Prince Lyrics Podcast (variant spellings exist across episodes); associated with the vault-era Prince analysis.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 73 ratings
  • The “Rock Hard In A Funky Place” episode is bananas!!!

    Banana cologne. Banana Daiquiris. Don’t forget about the Chiquita yellow BMW.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Purple Sky
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Prince song discussions

    Really like this podcast. Great thought provoking discussions about Prince’s songs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Young Old Head
    United States5 years ago
  • Dedication!

    Talk about a Herculean task! And I’ve been there for the whole ride so far 🙌

    Thoughtful and thorough analysis of every Prince song in chronological order. Way to go and keep up the good work!💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    David02061
    United States5 years ago
  • Prince song lyrics

    Love your show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sile24
    United States5 years ago
  • Great show!

    Fantastic show! Thanks so much for this! 💜💜💜💜

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sweeny79
    United States7 years ago

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Fans highlight the show's usefulness for fellow Prince fans and scholars; episodes are seen as thoughtful and well-researched.
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Listeners appreciate the thorough, song-by-song analysis and archival depth.

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Last Heart: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast
Q: Does his violent tendencies in the chorus speak to an actual threat, or is it just more wish fulfillment or fantasy towards an unfaithful lover?
The host elaborates that the theme explores anger and darkness through Prince's songwriting, implying that it can be interpreted in multiple ways.
Last Heart: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast
Q: Do you think Prince's character in this song is actually being cheated on, or is he delusional and paranoid?
The host suggests that there are indications of possible unfaithfulness in the lyrics, but it is left ambiguous whether it is a perception or reality.

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What is Press Rewind: A Prince Lyrics Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Listeners tune in for in-depth, song-by-song analysis of Prince's lyrics and vault-era material, with a steady focus on mythological and literary allusions, recording history, and the evolution of unreleased tracks. The host(s) blend archival context, studio anecdotes, and careful lyric breakdown to unpack both widely known and obscure tracks, often connecting them to broader Prince lore and era-era projects. Notable strengths include thorough, sourced commentary, clear explanations of complex themes, and a willingness to discuss controversial or sensitive lyrics in context. The show often features insights from collaborators and archival sources, making it a valuable resource for serious Prince fans, music historians, and scholars, as well... more

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