Prince - Delirious Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote the song 'Delirious' by Prince?

   'Delirious' was written by Prince Rogers Nelson, the iconic American musician known for his eclectic work and wide vocal range.

2. When was the song 'Delirious' released?

   'Delirious' was released as the third single from Prince's fifth studio album '1999' in 1982. It reached No. 8 in the US charts in the fall of 1983.

3. What genre or style is 'Delirious' by Prince?

   'Delirious' is characterized as an 8-bar blues number with elements of rockabilly, marked by a rubbery bass guitar and Prince's signature Linn drum machine loops.

4. What is notable about the opening of 'Delirious'?

   The track begins with a trademark Linn drum machine loop and a bit of synth bass before the synthesizer hook introduces the song.

5. What live performance variations did Prince add to 'Delirious'?

   In live performances over the years, Prince added live horns to 'Delirious', changing its feel into more of a swing number.

6. What is the significance of the B-side track 'Horny Toad'?

   The B-side to 'Delirious' is 'Horny Toad', which shares a similar rockabilly style and instrumentation. Some of its sexually charged lyrics were considered controversial at the time.