"Just as Long as We're Together" is Prince's second single released from his 1978 debut album For You. The coda is an instrumental track originally called "Jelly Jam" that was added to the main track, and modified over time to blend into it.
The B-side of the track was the album track, "In Love". The single peaked at number 91 on the R&B chart and did not enter the pop charts.
Reception
While receiving little press upon its release, "Just as Long as We're Together" has retroactively collected acclaim among some critics, who praised the disco influence and blend of musical styles in the song.
Track listings
7-inch single
- A. "Just as Long as We're Together" (edit) â 3:25
- B. "In Love" â 3:38
7-inch promo
- A. "Just as Long as We're Together" (mono edit) â 3:25
- B. "Just as Long as We're Together" (stereo edit) â 3:25
12-inch promo
- A. "Just as Long as We're Together" (disco mix) â 6:29
- B. "Soft and Wet" (disco mix) â 3:02
Personnel
- Prince â lead and backing vocals, electric guitars, clavinet, Fender Rhodes electric piano, Minimoog, ARP String Ensemble, ARP Pro Soloist, bass guitar, fuzz bass, drums, bongos, handclaps, fingersnaps
- Patrice Rushen â synth programming (uncredited)
Chart performance
References
- https://robbreport.com/lifestyle/news/demo-tape-prince-auction-1234858009/
- https://www.thisisdig.com/feature/for-you-prince-debut-album/
- https://www.slantmagazine.com/music/prince-sign-o-the-times/