Vanity 6 — Vanity 6 (1982) Digital Download
The Bold, Provocative Debut That Defined the Minneapolis Sound
Vanity 6's self-titled 1982 debut is one of the defining releases of the early Minneapolis sound era — a bold, provocative, funk-pop record that pushed boundaries the mainstream music industry of the time barely knew how to handle. Produced and largely performed by Prince at the height of his early creative explosion, the album introduced a daring new female-fronted style that captured exactly the energy that would define Paisley Park productions for years to come.
The Group
Fronted by Vanity alongside Brenda Bennett and Susan Moonsie, the trio delivered a mix of playful, risqué, and groove-driven tracks that played with attitude and confidence in a way that pop music in 1982 simply was not doing elsewhere. The combination of Prince's production sensibility and Vanity's stage presence created something genuinely new — a record that has remained influential and culturally significant ever since.
The Standout Track
Nasty Girl became a club sensation on release and has gone on to be the most enduring single from the album — covered, sampled, and quoted across decades of subsequent pop and dance music. The track alone earns the album its cult status. Around it sit If A Girl Answers (Don't Hang Up), Drive Me Wild, and He's So Dull — minimalist funk grooves with stripped-back production and unmistakable Prince influence throughout.
Track Highlights
| Track |
|---|
| Nasty Girl |
| If A Girl Answers (Don't Hang Up) |
| Drive Me Wild |
| He's So Dull |
Features
| Feature |
|---|
| Original 1982 album presentation |
| Produced by Prince |
| Classic Minneapolis sound |
| Cult favourite release |
How the Download Works
This is a digital-only release. After purchase you will receive a secure download link by email. No physical disc is included with this listing.
Product Details
| Format | Digital Download |
| Original Album Release | 1982 |
| Produced By | Prince |
| Performers | Vanity, Brenda Bennett, Susan Moonsie |
| Genre | Funk / Pop / Minneapolis Sound |
| Physical Disc | Not included |
| Note | Digital release for collectors |
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