It was only made available for sale at some concert venue merchandise stalls on tour in 1993, through Prince's 1-800-NEW-FUNK telephone retail outlet, and at Paisley Park during the 2001 Celebration.

[citation needed] The track "Guess Who's Knockin'" referenced Paul McCartney's "Let 'Em In" without credit.

Probably to avoid any legal difficulties, the track was removed from second and subsequent pressings, making initial copies of the album even more highly sought after.

Prince plays a background role in the album, though he sings in character on the songs "Black M.F.

Rosie Gaines provides backing vocals for "Call the Law", although she left the NPG long before Gold Nigga was compiled.