Prince: A Sign o' the Times [Paperback]

This paperback biography explores Prince’s life and career through the making of his 1987 album Sign o' the Times. Written by John McKie, it is a 544-page account for readers interested in Prince and his music.

Key Features

• Album Focus: Examines Prince’s life and career through the story of Sign o' the Times.
• More Than 200 Interviews: Draws on conversations with people who knew or worked with Prince, including bandmates, engineers and personal assistants.
• Career Highlights: Covers the making of the Purple Rain soundtrack, Prince’s decision to stop using his name and his Super Bowl half-time show.
• Personal Insights: Explores his working habits, relationships with colleagues and approach to making music.

Specifications

• Brand: Blink Publishing
• Author: John McKie
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Print Length: 544 pages
• ISBN-10: 1785121979
• ISBN-13: 978-1785121975
• Dimensions: 12.9 x 2.7 x 19.8 cm (5.1 x 1.1 x 7.8 in)
• Weight: 394 g (13.9 oz)
• Release Date: 2026-09-17