1981

Publication: Rock And Soul [US]
Date: May 1981
Title: "Prince :Mom's Favorite Freak-Just When You Thought It Was Safe To Go Out!"
Summary: Who is this charismatic, elfin performer who confronts audiences, inspires laughter, good feeling and dancing in the aisle?-and who used to answer the question with, "Who am I? I'm just my mother's favorite freak."

Publication: The New York Times [US]
Date: December 2, 1981
Title: "Is Prince Leading Music to a True Biracism?"
Summary: ELVIS PRESLEY'S first national television appearances and hit records were controversial because they challenged the conventional sexual and racial attitudes of the mid-50's.