Rosie Gaines

Rosie Gaines is an American vocalist, musician, singer-songwriter, and record producer. She released a number of dance hits, the most notable being "Closer Than Close" and as part of Prince's The New Power Generation.

Gaines was in several bands including Unity, The Oasis, A Touch of Class and The Curtis Ohlson Band.

In 1990, she joined as the new vocalist and keyboard player on Prince's Nude Tour. Her first appearance on a Prince album was on Graffiti Bridge. She was also a member of The NPG in the film Graffiti Bridge. She performed and wrote on the Diamonds and Pearls album. She duetted with Prince on the live version of "Nothing Compares 2 U".

In 1995, Gaines released the album Closer Than Close. Her latest album, Welcome To My World, was released in November 2006.

Music Videos

 * Are You Ready?
 * Closer Than Close
 * I Want U
 * Nothing Compares 2 U (with Prince)