Stacy Francis Version
| "Purple Rain" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Stacy Francis | |
| Released | May 29, 2012 |
| Format | Digital download |
| Recorded | 2012 |
| Genre | Rhythm and blues, soul |
| Length | 3:49 |
| Label | Donovan Noel Productions |
"Purple Rain" became the debut single of American recording artist and The X Factor's season one finalist, Stacy Francis. She first performed the song on The X Factor Judges' Houses episode, in front of her mentor Nicole Scherzinger and Enrique Iglesias. Her powerful vocal performance received positive feedback, with Iglesias commented "I think the neighbors can hear that!".
Francis eventually released a studio version of the song as her debut single on May 29, 2012. She dedicated the single to her supporters who have been supporting her ever since she was eliminated from the competition and motivated her to do a studio cover of the song.
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