If you read anything about Prince's early years -- especially the years before he got signed by Warner Bros. and became a superstar -- chances are this book is the source. Written by Jon Bream, a Minneapolis journalist who witnessed Prince's ascent up close, it offers not just a wealth of information, but also insight and background.

Rumor is it Prince was so upset by the contents of this book (particularly how close to the bone it was) that he bought the rights, hence it being out of print ever since. ( )