Yes there was a time when MTV promoted and played actual music. During this time Prince allowed Mtv to run a contest. The winner of the contest would be allowed to host his first motion picture since Purple Rain. For someone known as a control freak, he maybe should have not let this one go. From all accounts the move was a disaster resulting in Prince experiencing another commercial disappointment. This would be his second in as many years. This along with the fact that the Revolution continued to grow in number but fracture in cohesiveness. Wendy and Lisa's attempted defection at a moment when Prince's collaborative relationship is at its hight must have rankled Prince. It's all going bad.