Sexy MF

A controversial funk groove that became a top-5 hit in the UK.

"Sexy MF" is a song by American musician Prince and the New Power Generation, released as a single from their 1992 album Love Symbol. The music and most of the lyrics were composed by Prince, while Levi Seacer Jr. came up with the chorus and the song's title. Tony M. also delivers a rap, which he wrote.

Quick Facts

Artist

Prince and the New Power Generation

Album

Love Symbol

B-side

Daddy Pop

Released

June 30, 1992

Recorded

October 10, 1991

Studio

Paisley Park (Chanhassen, Minnesota)

Genre

Funk
funk rap
deep funk
R&B
retro-soul

Length

5:25 (7-inch); 7:32 (12-inch)

Lore & Background

The song and its refrain "You sexy motherfucker" caused some controversy, and edited versions were produced for radio, the music video and the US version of the album. Basic tracking took place on October 10, 1991, at Paisley Park Studios, Chanhassen, MN, USA. "Sexy MF" was released as the first single from Love Symbol in June 1992. In the United Kingdom, the song's explicit lyrical content prompted Warner Bros. Records to issue "Sexy MF" as a double A-side with the more radio-friendly "Strollin'"; however, UK radio stations preferred airing the former track.