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Printable7. Borderline This song is my oldest memory of Madonna and her first song that I loved. I was in 1st grade when this was popular. As a kid, I was fascinated at how such a happy-sounding song became dark and sad at the chorus. The first "Borderline, feels like I'm going to lose my mind" always gets to me. Then, of course, the backing vocals really take the track to another level. Judging by the survivor thread for the first album, most people here don't love it as much as I do. For my money, Madonna is far and away her best '80s album and this song is the cream of that crop. "Whitney was purely and simply one of a kind." ~ Clive Davis | |
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Happy birthday Madonna!
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6. Secret After the hit-or-miss Erotica era, this song was a breath of fresh air. Released right at the start of my senior year in high school, it really takes me back to 1994. The acoustic start, then the strings, and finally the bass and drums -- that intro is absolute perfection. I also adore the humming in the chorus and the tasteful use of harmony throughout the song. "Whitney was purely and simply one of a kind." ~ Clive Davis | |
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5. Bad Girl This should've been a bigger hit. It's perfect! Madonna has always been excellent at conveying heartbreak and sadness, but she may be at her best here. When she sings the higher "I'm not happy... this way" towards the end, it feels like she means it. I would've liked Erotica much more if it had more tracks like this. "Whitney was purely and simply one of a kind." ~ Clive Davis | |
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Madonna looks good for 50, but not young and as natural as Sharon Stone does. [Edited 8/17/08 12:17pm] BenS71 | |
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4. Live to Tell Not just her best ballad, but the first look at a more mature, grown-up Madonna. This song is yet another example of her skill in emoting sadness. "If I ran away, I'd never have the strength to go very far" -- after the dramatic pause, this line is virtually dripping with melancholy. I imagine most Madonna haters would pick this as her best song; strip away her persona, the ever-changing looks, and her fame -- you're still left with a great song. "Whitney was purely and simply one of a kind." ~ Clive Davis | |
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3. Into the Groove If we're talking about the '80s and you mention Madonna, most people probably think of one of the "Like a..." songs. Instead, my thoughts go straight to this classic. If there's one song that sums up Madonna, it's this one. I also think it has her best bridge ever: Live out your fantasies here with me Just let the music set you free Touch my body, move in time Now I know you're mine  "Whitney was purely and simply one of a kind." ~ Clive Davis | |
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2. Sorry Damn, this one hit me like a ton of bricks! Confessions on a Dance Floor is my second favorite Madonna album and this song is a big reason why. Its lackluster Hot 100 peak is still one of the most mystifying moments in chart history IMO. At her core, Madonna is all about dancing and having fun. None of her songs gets me into the groove (pun intended) more than this one -- I literally cannot keep still while it's playing. I also have to mention the remix. In Madge's case, I've never been a fan of her remixes. With a few exceptions, I'm an album-version kind of guy. However, the Pet Shop Boys remix of "Sorry" is pure genius. I'm still not sure if I love it more than the original or not. Regardless, "Sorry" is probably my favorite pop song of the decade so far. "Whitney was purely and simply one of a kind." ~ Clive Davis | |
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1. The Power of Good-Bye It shouldn't come as a surprise that my favorite Madonna album is Ray of Light. Tracks from that masterpiece's era make up 9 of my top 50, 5 of the top 25, and 3 of the top 13. For my money, this is the best of the best. At its heart, "The Power of Good-Bye" is a simple song about a relationship gone bad. Well, "simple" may not be the right word; the words expertly tell the story of how this bad relationship was a necessary learning experience that, for all its faults, is hard to leave. Once again, we have Madonna conveying sadness to the hilt. Sonically, William Orbit's efforts create an atmosphere that is simultaneously eerie and beautiful. It all adds up to Madonna's best song. Next month marks the tenth anniversary of its single release. Your heart is not open, So I must go The spell has been broken I loved you so Freedom comes when you learn to let go Creation comes when you learn to say no You were my lesson I had to learn I was your fortress You had to burn Pain is a warning that something's wrong I pray to God that it won't be long Do you wanna go higher There's nothing left to try There's no place left to hide There's no greater power Than the power of goodbye Learn to say goodbye I yearn to say goodbye "Whitney was purely and simply one of a kind." ~ Clive Davis | |
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