The Prisoner (Howard Jones song)

"The Prisoner" is a song written and performed by British singer-songwriter Howard Jones. It was included on his 1989 album Cross That Line and released as a single in 1989, reaching number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was the second single from Cross That Line, following "Everlasting Love", a number-one Adult Contemporary hit.

"The Prisoner" also appears on several of Jones' compilation albums, including 1993's The Best of Howard Jones and 2004's The Very Best of Howard Jones.

Track listings

7"

A. "The Prisoner" - 4:38

B. "Rubber Morals" - 4:18

12" / CD

A. "The Prisoner (The Portmeirion Mix)" - 6:59

B1. "Rubber Morals" - 4:18

B2. "Have You Heard the News" - 3:55

12" Elektra – ED-5385 PROMO LP

A1. "The Prisoner (Edit of LP Version)" - 4:16

A2. "The Prisoner (LP Version)" - 4:38

B1. "The Prisoner (The Portmeirion Mix)" - 6:59

Personnel

• Howard Jones – vocals, keyboards
• Ian Stanley – keyboards
• Chris Hughes – drums
• Andy Ross – guitar

References