response: I'm afraid I have no idea how many albums he put out total, but by 1982, he'd released four.
original_response: He sold over 100 million records worldwide across many albums, including his 1979 album ''Prince''
history: do you know prince the musician? Are you referring to Prince Rogers, who was an  American singer? yes, Prince Rogers, do you know about him? Yes, he is known for his varied work, his flamboyant stage presence, and his dress and makeup. What else would you like to know? ok, so how many albums did he have?
knowledge: His 1979 album ''Prince'' went platinum, and his next three records—''Dirty Mind'' (1980), ''Controversy'' (1981), and ''1999'' (1982)—continued his success, showcasing Prince's prominently sexual lyrics and blending of funk, dance, and rock music.