It's About That Walk

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"It's About That Walk" is a song recorded by American musician Prince. It was released as the third and final promotional single from his twenty-second studio album The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale (1999). It was issued in 1999 as a CD single, exclusively in Germany. Prince solely wrote and produced it, while a series of individuals provided various instrumentation for the track. Originally recorded in September 1993, the song remained unreleased for six years until the announcement of The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale. "It's About That Walk" received mixed to positive reviews from music critics, who enjoyed the track's production, but found it to be "unmemorable". The German CD single was issued via Warner Bros. Records, including only the album version of the track; this marked Prince's final collaboration with Warner. 


Year:
1999
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{crowd noise}
Mmm-mmm!
Oooh-wee!
Fellas would you look at that thing
Have you ever...?

You just got back from Paris
You probably went to buy some clothes
You're on your way to Nell's in New York
Gonna meet who? Heaven knows

But it ain't about where you're comin'
It ain't about where you go
It ain't about who you've been with
Cause it ain't about who you know

It's about that walk - can we talk about it?
It's about that walk - I want to shout about it

Oooh-wee!

Your ass like a fine cut diamond
Mounted on to legs of stone
The prison I could do some time in
If I ever got that ass alone

But for now I'll just keep my shirt on
Cause I ain't about losin' cool
[Cause it] ain't about losin' sleep, for that matter
Baby, that nothin' that I do

It's about that walk - I want to talk about it
It's about that walk - I want to shout about it

Oh-wee
Oh yeah baby
[Anything else let me do that work, shake it] (Ooh)

Mmm, mmm-mmm!
Fellas have you ever...?

It ain't about where you're comin'
It ain't about where you go
It ain't about who you've been with
Cause [...] who you know

It's about that walk, yeah - I want to talk about it
Baby, baby, baby about the walk - ooh shout about it, shout about it

Oooh-wee!
Oh Lord, Lord
Girl you know you got the walk
Girl you know I got the talk
Run

Lord I mercy...

Eyh!
Keep playing
Ugh!
Vegas on a see
Ooh-[wha-wha...]
Remember 'bout that ending?
On the one
Ugh!

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Prince

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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Written by: PRINCE ROGERS NELSON

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12 facts about this song

Album Details
"It's About That Walk" is a song by the American music icon Prince. The track is part of his 24th studio album "The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale" released in 1999.
Creation Period
The song was reportedly recorded around late 1986 which is ten years before the album was officially released.
Music Style
"It's About That Walk" is characterized by its catchy melody and infectious rhythm, showcasing elements of funk, pop, and soul - genres that Prince was widely known for blending in his music.
Songwriting Genius
As with many of his songs, Prince played all the instruments and sang all the vocals on "It's About That Walk."
Lyrical Content
The song's lyrics hold an unspoken depth relating to Prince’s perceptions on love, showcasing the clever and sensual artistry in his songwriting.
Album Controversy
The album "The Vault: Old Friends 4 Sale" contains songs written and recorded by Prince throughout his career, but were unused. Prince, reportedly was not involved in the selection or sequencing of the album, leading to some controversy and discontent from the artist.
Album Reception
Despite Prince's lack of involvement, the album which houses "It's About That Walk" peaked at Number 85 on the Billboard 200 chart, demonstrating Prince's enduring popularity.
Initial Purpose
Some sources suggest that "It's About That Walk" was initially intended for Mazarati, a band that Prince was associated with. However, it ended up staying within Prince’s domain.
Misconceptions
Contrary to popular belief, the song is not about a particular person or a specific experience; it's more about the concept of attraction and love itself - a theme that Prince often explored in his work.
Artistic Utility
The song is a prime example of Prince's ability to successfully incorporate a variety of instruments, including guitar, drums, and keyboard synthesizers, to create his unique sound. His combined use of different musical elements contributes to the charm of "It's About That Walk."
Limited Live Performances
Interestingly, there are no known instances where Prince performed "It's About That Walk" live at any of his concerts.
Unreleased Versions
According to some Prince biographers and music historians, there exist alternative and extended versions of "It's About That Walk." However, these versions have never been officially released to the public.

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