"Insatiable" is a song by American musician Prince and The New Power Generation, from their 1991 album Diamonds and Pearls.[2] It is a slow, simmering ballad that often draws comparisons to 1989's "Scandalous!". The B-side was "I Love U in Me", which was originally the B-side to "The Arms of Orion". "Insatiable" was only released in the US as a 7" single, a 12" promo was sent only to Urban radio stations, and the track was not released to Pop radio stations. It performed well on the R&B chart, reaching number 3, but did not break the top 40 on the US Pop chart. Its single sales were moderate, and it received heavy airplay on Urban and UAC radio stations, but it did not make the Hot 100 Airplay (the R&B airplay chart did not appear until spring 1992).

"Insatiable"
US 12" promo
Single by Prince and The New Power Generation
from the album Diamonds and Pearls
B-side	"I Love U in Me"
Released	November 4, 1991
Recorded	Larrabee Studio, October 1990
Genre	Soul[1]
Length	4:01 (7" Edit) 6:37 (Album Version)
Label	Paisley Park/Warner Bros.
Songwriter(s)	Prince
Producer(s)	Prince
Prince and The New Power Generation singles chronology
"Cream" (1991) "Insatiable" (1991) "Diamonds and Pearls" (1991)
Prince (UK) singles chronology
"Cream" (1991) "Insatiable" (1991) "Diamonds and Pearls" (1991)
Music video
"Insatiable" on YouTube

Critical reception

Patrick Corcoran from Albumism said that "Insatiable" is "the kind of rich, lush ballad Prince has dropped since day one, dripping in desire and barely concealed lust." He stated that "showcasing the best falsetto since Curtis Mayfield's, it serves as a reminder of Prince’s vocal dexterity and prowess".[3] Larry Flick from Billboard wrote, ""Cream" has just barely risen to the top of the Hot 100 and Prince has already unleashed another jewel from his "Diamonds and Pearls" set." He added that on the song, "racy lyrics are balanced by a slow'n'grinding R&B instrumental foundation and acrobatic vocals. Overall, a highly sensual listening experience."[4] A reviewer from People Magazine noted that it "sounds like Percy Sledge meets Peter Gabriel."[5] Scott Poulson-Bryant from Spin described it as "gliding retro-soul balladry".[6]

Music video

A music video was produced to promote the single, directed by Randee St. Nicholas.[7] It was published on Prince's official YouTube channel in September 2017. The video has amassed more than 1.4 million views as of November 2020.[8]

Charts

References