Like a Prayer
Madonna · 1989
35 min · 6 tracks · contemporary R&B · electronic · folk
A fusion of gospel, pop, and dance music that explores themes of spirituality and sexuality with bold confidence.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- atmospheric background focus
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Madonna's reputation with bold themes and sound, gaining wider recognition.
- Themes
- gospel-infused spirituality· sexual liberation· cultural identity exploration
- Career context
- Released on March 3, 1989, 'Like a Prayer' marked Madonna's fourth studio album and a significant artistic leap following her commercial success with 'True Blue'. This project showcased her evolution as an artist willing to tackle complex themes, blending personal introspection with broader cultural commentary.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Janet Jackson· Kylie Minogue· Lady Gaga
- If this clicks, go next to
- I'm Breathless – Music from and Inspired by the Film Dick Tracy — Continues the blend of pop with theatrical elements and explores bold themes.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Sign "O" the Times by Prince — Merges funk, rock, and pop with themes of sexuality and spirituality in a bold, experimental way.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Like a Prayer (12″ dance mix)".
- 1 Like a Prayer (12″ dance mix) Start here 7:50
- 2 Like a Prayer (12″ extended remix) 7:21
- 3 Like a Prayer (Churchapella) 6:14
- 4 Like a Prayer (12″ club version) 6:35
- 5 Like a Prayer (7″ remix/edit) 5:41
- 6 Act of Contrition (LP version) 2:18
What to play next
This album is considered a Breakthrough in Madonna's catalog. Established Madonna's reputation with bold themes and sound, gaining wider recognition.
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