Prince and Little Weird Black Boy Gods

Prince and Little Weird Black Boy Gods: Essays and Criticism

This collection brings together everything writer and critic Scott Woods has publicly written and published about Prince, along with new material created specifically for this edition. Prince and Little Weird Black Boy Gods offers a fan's perspective on one of music's most influential artists, examining his career, cultural significance, and enduring legacy.

What's Inside This Collection

Woods tackles long-standing debates within the Prince fan community with wit and insight. The essays explore questions that fans have argued about for decades: the Prince versus Michael Jackson debate, how many successful comebacks Prince actually launched, and recommended tracks from every album in his catalog. Rather than serving as a traditional reference book, this collection provides a unique, sometimes provocative look at Prince's artistry and impact.

About the Content

The essays range from music criticism to cultural commentary, examining Prince's role in African-American culture and his influence on rock history. Woods writes from the perspective of a super-fan, combining personal reflection with critical analysis. The print edition includes updated information and new essays not available in earlier versions, making it a comprehensive memorial to Prince's artistic achievements.

For Prince Fans and Music Enthusiasts

This book speaks directly to Prince devotees who want deeper engagement with his work beyond surface-level biography. Woods addresses the what-ifs and possibilities in Prince's career, offering fresh perspectives on familiar material. The writing style balances reverence with honest critique, creating an engaging read for anyone interested in Prince's music, 1980s pop culture, or the intersection of race and popular music.

Author Scott Woods

Scott Woods brings his background as a writer and critic to this collection, published by Brick Cave Media. His approach combines fan enthusiasm with analytical rigor, resulting in essays that entertain while providing substantive commentary on Prince's body of work and cultural significance.

This collection of essays, what-ifs and tidbits contains everything writer and critic Scott Woods has publicly written and published about Prince, as well as new material written specifically for this edition. A fun, sometimes biting history with Prince from a super-fan's perspective, Prince and Little Weird Black Boy Gods is not so much a reference as a unique look at his career, the meaning of his music, and an official weighing in on numerous long-standing Prince debates, such as who was greater between Prince or Michael Jackson, how many times did Prince launch a successful comeback, and which song off of every album you should listen to. This print version contains new essays and updated info, and promises to be an engaging, witty and fitting memorial for one of the greatest artists music has ever produced.