Celebration
Madonna · 2009
157 min · 36 tracks · contemporary R&B · electronic · folk
A vibrant anthology of dance-pop anthems celebrating Madonna's enduring influence and eclectic musical journey.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dancefloor anthems for celebration nostalgic hits from a legend upbeat tracks for social gatherings
- Context
- Released on September 18, 2009, 'Celebration' is Madonna's third greatest hits compilation, following 'GHV2' in 2001. At this point in her career, she was reflecting on her extensive catalog while continuing to evolve as an artist, showcasing tracks from her debut in the early '80s to contemporary hits like '4 Minutes.' This album comes during a time when Madonna was also exploring new collaborations and maintaining relevance in the pop landscape.
- If you like
- contemporary R&B, electronic, folk
Celebration is an album by Madonna, released in 2009. A vibrant anthology of dance-pop anthems celebrating Madonna's enduring influence and eclectic musical journey. The album debuted at number one on the charts in multiple countries, including the UK and Canada, marking Madonna's eleventh number-one album in the UK. It also earned a nomination for Best Electronic/Dance Album at the Grammy Awards, further solidifying her status as a pop music icon. Additionally, the title track 'Celebration' became a dance floor staple and highlighted her ability to resonate with both longtime fans and newer audiences. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Celebration sound like?
A vibrant anthology of dance-pop anthems celebrating Madonna's enduring influence and eclectic musical journey. Rooted in contemporary R&B and electronic.
What makes Celebration by Madonna notable?
The album debuted at number one on the charts in multiple countries, including the UK and Canada, marking Madonna's eleventh number-one album in the UK. It also earned a nomination for Best Electronic/Dance Album at the Grammy Awards, further solidifying her status as a pop music icon. Additionally, the title track 'Celebration' became a dance floor staple and highlighted her ability to resonate with both longtime fans and newer audiences. Released on September 18, 2009, 'Celebration' is Madonna's third greatest hits compilation, following 'GHV2' in 2001. At this point in her career, she was reflecting on her extensive catalog while continuing to evolve as an artist, showcasing tracks from her debut in the early '80s to contemporary hits like '4 Minutes.' This album comes during a time when Madonna was also exploring new collaborations and maintaining relevance in the pop landscape.
Who is Celebration for?
Celebration works well if you're into dancefloor anthems for celebration, nostalgic hits from a legend and upbeat tracks for social gatherings.
How many songs are on Celebration?
Celebration has 36 tracks, running approximately 157 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Hung Up Standout 5:38
- 2 Music 3:45
- 3 Vogue Standout 5:16
- 4 4 Minutes Standout 3:09
- 5 Holiday 6:08
- 6 Everybody 4:10
- 7 Like a Virgin 3:09
- 8 Into the Groove 4:45
- 9 Like a Prayer 5:42
- 10 Ray of Light 4:33
- 11 Sorry 3:58
- 12 Express Yourself 4:00
- 13 Open Your Heart 3:49
- 14 Borderline 3:59
- 15 Secret 4:28
- 16 Erotica 4:30
- 17 Justify My Love 4:54
- 18 Revolver 3:40
Disc 2
- 1 Dress You Up 4:02
- 2 Material Girl 4:00
- 3 La Isla Bonita 4:04
- 4 Papa Don’t Preach 4:29
- 5 Lucky Star 3:38
- 6 Burning Up 3:44
- 7 Crazy for You 3:44
- 8 Who’s That Girl 4:00
- 9 Frozen 6:18
- 10 Miles Away 3:45
- 11 Take a Bow 5:20
- 12 Live to Tell 5:51
- 13 Beautiful Stranger 4:22
- 14 Hollywood 4:23
- 15 Die Another Day 4:36
- 16 Don’t Tell Me 4:11
- 17 Cherish 3:51
- 18 Celebration 3:34
Release Date
September 18, 2009
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
157 min 42 sec
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