Jump cover

Released 20 years ago

Jump

Madonna · 2006

35 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B

A pulsating blend of electronic beats and pop melodies that encapsulates Madonna's fearless approach to reinvention.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Jump (radio edit) Start here — This radio edit encapsulates the album's energetic spirit, making it a perfect representation of Madonna's enduring dance-pop prowess.
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    Jump (Jacques Lu Cont mix) — This remix expands on the original with intricate production layers, showcasing how remixes can enhance and reinterpret a pop anthem.
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    History — The reflective nature of this track offers a poignant contrast within the album, allowing listeners to explore themes of retrospection amidst the upbeat tracks.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single features strong production but lacks cohesive flow due to its remix nature.

What we noticed

  • The first three tracks maintain a consistent tempo and energy level, while the last two tracks introduce variations in arrangement and length.
  • The inclusion of 'History' as a final track shifts the mood to a reflective tone, contrasting with the upbeat nature of the previous songs.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • energetic workout motivation
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Deep Cut — A solid entry that showcases Madonna's dance-pop style but isn't a standout in her catalog.
Themes
dance floor liberation· mid-2000s reinvention· electronic empowerment
Career context
Released in 2006, 'Jump' marked Madonna's final studio album with Warner Bros. before her shift to Live Nation. It came during a period of commercial resurgence, following her successful 'Confessions on a Dance Floor', and showcased her ability to adapt to contemporary dance trends while maintaining her pop sensibilities.
Stylistic neighbors
Janet Jackson· Kylie Minogue· Lady Gaga

Tracklist

  • 1 Jump (radio edit) Start here 3:24
  • 2 Jump (Jacques Lu Cont mix) 7:49
  • 3 Jump (Axwell remix) 6:40
  • 4 Jump (Junior Sanchez's Misshapes mix) 6:48
  • 5 Jump (extended album version) 5:10
  • 6 History 5:55

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