UK
September 11, 2006- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VST 1914
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
- Runout / matrix
A VST 1914 A-1 MIKE'S TM THE EXCHANGERunout side A
VSTDJX 1914 B-1 MIKE'S TM - THE EXCHANGERunout side B
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Vinyl pressings
Bossy
by Kelis · 2006
11 pressings3 countriesContemporary R&BHouseElectronicHip Hop
Bossy was first pressed on vinyl in 2006. Every vinyl pressing is listed below with its label, catalog number and runout codes, so you can tell an original from a reissue.
How to spot a first pressing of Bossy
10 pressings came out in 2006, the album's first year, in 3 countries. Compare the label and catalog number on your copy, then the codes etched or stamped in the runout groove (the dead wax around the label): they are the surest sign of an early pressing.
UK
2006- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSTDJX1914Virgin VSDJ1914
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label
- Runout / matrix
VSTDJX 1914-A MIKE'S TM - THE EXCHANGERunout Etched Side A
VSTDJX 1914 B MIKE'S TM - THE EXCHANGERunout Etched Side B
US
2006- Label and catalog number
- Jive 82876-78811-1Zomba Label Group 82876-78811-1
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM
US
May 15, 2006- Label and catalog number
- Zomba KBT-0306001
- Format
- 12", Single Sided, Promo
UK
2006- Label and catalog number
- Virgin VSTDJX1914Virgin 0094636830612
- Format
- 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo
- Runout / matrix
VSTDJX-1914-A¹Runout Etched Side A
VSTDJX 1914 B¹Runout Etched Side B
US
2006- Label and catalog number
- Zomba 82876-77502-1
- Format
- 12", Single, Promo
Not sure how to read the runout? See matrix numbers, runout and dead wax and how to tell a first pressing.
All 11 vinyl pressings
By decade, oldest first. Open a pressing for its full label, barcode and runout details.
2000s10 pressings
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Europe | Virgin VSDJ1914 / Virgin 0094635746679First year7", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo | 7", Promo, 45 RPM · Promo |
| 2006 | Europe | Virgin VSTDJ1914 / Virgin 0094635746617First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2006 | UK | Virgin VSTDJX1914 / Virgin 0094636830612First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2006 | UK | Virgin VSTDJX1914 / Virgin VSDJ1914First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, White Label |
| 2006 | US | Zomba 82876-77502-1First year12", Single, Promo · Promo | 12", Single, Promo · Promo |
| 2006 | US | Jive 82876-78856-1 / Zomba Label Group 82876-78856-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM, Promo · Promo |
| 2006 | US | Jive 82876 86434 1First year12", Promo · Promo | 12", Promo · Promo |
| 2006 | US | Jive 82876-78811-1 / Zomba Label Group 82876-78811-1First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
| 2006 | US | Zomba KBT-0306001First year12", Single Sided, Promo · Promo | 12", Single Sided, Promo · Promo |
| 2006 | UK | Virgin VST 1914First year12", 33 ⅓ RPM | 12", 33 ⅓ RPM |
Year unknown1 pressing
| Year | Country | Label and catalog number | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| ? | UK | S.T. Holdings Ltd. LOVE 00912", 45 RPM, White Label | 12", 45 RPM, White Label |
Tracklist
- A1Bossy (Clean)4:33
- A2Bossy (Instrumental)4:38
- B1Bossy (Main)4:33
- B2Bossy (Acappella)4:32
Questions
How many vinyl pressings of Bossy are there?
11 vinyl pressings of Bossy are listed here, from 3 countries.
When was Bossy first released on vinyl?
The earliest pressings are from 2006, in UK, US, Europe. One of them is Virgin VST 1914, released September 11, 2006.
How do I tell if my copy of Bossy is a first pressing?
Check the catalog number on the label (first-year pressings use VST 1914, VSTDJX1914, 82876-78811-1, KBT-0306001) and the codes etched in the runout groove, then compare them with the pressings listed above; for example, A VST 1914 A-1 MIKE'S TM THE EXCHANGE and VSTDJX 1914 B-1 MIKE'S TM - THE EXCHANGE. Later reissues often keep the catalog number but change the label design or the runout codes.
How much is Bossy on vinyl worth?
It depends on which pressing you have and on the condition of the record and its sleeve. Early pressings from the album's home country in near mint condition are usually worth the most; common later reissues are worth far less. Scan your copy with VinylLens to see its value for every grade.
