BIG DADDY KANE The Lover In You (Remix) Vinyl Record 12 Inch Warner Bros. 1992 Promo Single SAM 993

Big Daddy Kane - The Lover In You (Remix)
(Scarce White Label Promo Pressing)

Format: Vinyl Record - 12 Inch Single (45 rpm)
Country: UK
Year: 1992
Label: Warner Bros.
Catalogue No. SAM 993

Matrix / Runout (Side A, runout, etched): SAM 993-A1 PR-M
Matrix / Runout (Side B, runout, etched): SAM 993-B1 PR-M

Condition: VG (The vinyl has a few surface marks)

Side A: The Lover In You (Mister Cee's Remix)
Side B: I'm Not Ashamed (featuring Alyson Williams)

This 1992 twelve-inch single captures a legendary slice of golden-era hip-hop history, bringing together two elite heavyweights of the scene. The main attraction is the highly sought-after alternative version of the track, handled by Brooklyn's own Mister Cee, which strips back the smoother commercial tones of the original album version to deliver a raw, club-ready breakbeat groove. Flip the disc over, and listeners are treated to the companion piece featuring a soulful vocal performance by guest vocalist Alyson Williams, cementing this release as an essential selection from the height of the early nineties UK rap circuit.

Musically, the lead track is a masterclass in clever hip-hop production, brilliantly blending distinctive elements from Prince and The Revolution's "Pop Life" alongside the smooth British soul sensibilities of Loose Ends' "Hangin' On A String". While the original studio version of this song was famously culled from the acclaimed full-length album Prince Of Darkness, this 12-inch presentation transforms the cut into a completely different animal for the dancefloor.

What sets this vinyl record apart for vinyl crate-diggers is its status as a highly elusive promotional white label issue. Distributed in strictly limited quantities exclusively to club DJs and radio presenters ahead of the official retail launch, it bypasses the standard corporate artwork in favour of clean, unprinted paper labels. The dead wax tells the full story of its authenticity, displaying the etched Warner Brothers promotional codes and the distinctive PR-M mastering indicator scratched into the runout grooves on both sides.

The grading on this vintage piece has been thoroughly assessed as Very Good. Having spent time in a DJ's record bag, the playing surfaces display some superficial hair-lines and visible surface marks under a bright light. However, the black vinyl retains its overall lustre and handles the deep bass frequencies beautifully, making it a fantastic addition to any classic rap archive.