Autographed 45 RPM Vinyl Single Picture Sleeve: Hand-Signed by Cyndi Lauper (True Colors 1986)
This entry showcases an authentic, primary-source piece of 1980s pop music history, MTV era culture, and vinyl record ephemera: an official Portrait Records 7-inch 45 RPM single picture sleeve and vinyl pressing, hand-signed on the front cover by Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning pop icon Cyndi Lauper.
Bursting onto the global music scene with her smash 1983 debut album She's So Unusual, Cyndi Lauper became the first female artist in history to achieve four top-five singles from a debut album (Girls Just Want to Have Fun, Time After Time). Recognized for her distinct multi-octave vocal range, eclectic fashion style, and passionate LGBTQ+ advocacy, Lauper achieved enduring superstar status across a legendary four-decade career. In 2013, she composed the music and lyrics for the Broadway hit Kinky Boots, making her the first solo woman to win the Tony Award for Best Original Score.
Released in 1986 by Portrait Records (Catalog 37-06247), this 45 RPM single features Lauper's iconic, Billboard Hot 100 #1 hit title track "True Colors" (b/w "Heading for the Moon"), featuring iconic front cover photography captured by Annie Leibovitz.
On the front of the picture sleeve, Cyndi Lauper has rendered a bold autograph in black ink:
"Cyndi Lauper"
The signature is prominently positioned over the lower right graphic area, remaining sharp and fully legible against the sleeve's background tones.
Accompanied by an official Basic Certification card issued by James Spence Authentication (JSA) (Certification Number: CL89200), featuring a matching authentication label applied to the lower right corner of the reverse sleeve.
Preserved in fine condition with light handling wear along the opening edge, complete with clean vinyl grooves and vibrant color printing, this signed picture sleeve serves as an essential centerpiece for 1980s pop archivists, vinyl collectors, and Cyndi Lauper displays.
Record & Sleeve Specifications
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OFFICIAL 1986 PORTRAIT 45 RPM SINGLE: Authentic 7-inch vinyl release (37-06247) for Cyndi Lauper's #1 single "True Colors."
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ANNIE LEIBOVITZ COVER ARTWORK: Features the iconic black-and-white portrait cover photography with printed lyrics/credits on the reverse.
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EXCELLENT VINTAGE CONDITION: Preserved in fine condition with clean vinyl grooves, tight center labels, and light sleeve handling wear.
Autograph Specifications & Provenance
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HAND-SIGNED BY CYNDI LAUPER: Authentically autographed in black ink ("Cyndi Lauper") on the front picture sleeve.
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JSA BASIC CERTIFICATION: Fully verified with an official Certificate Card and matching reverse label issued by James Spence Authentication (Cert #CL89200).
