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"Partyman" is a song by Prince from his 1989 Batman album, and the follow-up to his number one hit, "Batdance". The song is one of the few on the album that is prominently featured in the film, accompanying the scene in which the Joker and his minions gleefully deface the exhibits in the Gotham City Art Museum before meeting Vicki Vale. The bassline shares great similarities to "Talking Loud and Saying Nothing" by James Brown. The song's chant "young and old, gather round; everybody hail the new king in town" follows the same rhythm from the 1986 outtake "Rebirth of the Flesh". The song became the only Batman single to perform better in the UK, where it peaked at number 14, as opposed to the US (where it peaked at number 18). The upbeat and humorous number features horn samples and Prince's sped-up "Camille" vocals, as well as a vocal performance by Anna Fantastic. The 12" single extends the song to about six minutes in length (labeled as the "Video Mix"), and features the B-side "Feel U Up", a previously unreleased Camille track which would later be available on The Hits/The B-Sides compilation. 


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1989
3:11
293 
#6

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Prince Rogers Nelson (born June 7, 1958 - found dead in his home April 21, 2016. He died of an accidental overdose of the drug fentanyl), was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Known by his mononym Prince, he was an American singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and actor. He produced ten platinum albums and thirty Top 40 singles during his career. He wrote several hundred songs plus produced and recorded his own music for his own music label. Prince had a wide vocal range and was known for his flamboyant stage presence and costumes. His releases sold over 100 million copies worldwide. He won seven Grammy Awards, a Golden Globe, and an Academy Award. He was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2004, the first year he was eligible. Ro… more »

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Track Release
"Partyman" was released as the second single from Prince’s 1989 "Batman" soundtrack album.
Chart Performance
The song reached number 18 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 5 on the Billboard R&B Singles Chart in the US.
Music Video
The music video of "Partyman" is known for featuring scenes from the 1989 "Batman" movie and unique choreography, with Prince performing as the Joker.
Movie Feature
The song was prominently featured in the scene of the 1989 "Batman" film where the Joker defaces famous artworks in the Gotham Museum.
Pop Culture Reference
Prince's wrestling match with the Batman, depicted in the "Partyman" video, is often cited as a memorable moment in pop culture.
Lyrical Content
"Partyman", like much of the "Batman" soundtrack, reflects the film's narrative and characters, with this particular song embodying the personality and flamboyance of the Joker.
Production
"Partyman" was entirely written, produced, arranged, and composed by Prince, which marks his total control over his music.
Extended Play
The song was also released as an extended play (EP) called "Partyman (Video Mix)". This EP contained a variety of remixes, demonstrating Prince's progressive approach to music.
Legacy
Critics often highlight "Partyman" as one of the standout tracks of Prince's "Batman" soundtrack for its funky style and distinctive blend of rock, pop, and soul elements.
Background Singers
The song also featured background vocals from singer and actress Anna Fantastic, who was romantically linked with Prince at the time.
Song Length
The full length of the song is 3:11 minutes, which makes it one of the shorter songs on the "Batman" soundtrack.
Album Sales
The "Batman" album, including the track "Partyman", sold over two million copies in the United States, confirming the widespread popularity of Prince's take on the film's soundtrack.

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