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MDNA

Madonna · 2012

50 min · 12 tracks · contemporary R&B · electronic · folk

A pulsating blend of electronic beats and introspective lyrics that captures Madonna's enduring ability to innovate.

Why this album works

Best for
dancefloor-ready anthems for nights introspective moments amidst pulsating beats dynamic peaks and valleys experience
Context
Released in 2012, 'MDNA' marked Madonna's twelfth studio album and her first since the commercially successful 'Hard Candy' in 2008. The album came during a period of artistic reinvention for her, coinciding with her Super Bowl halftime show performance and the launch of her own record label, MDNA Music.
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contemporary R&B, electronic, folk

MDNA is an album by Madonna, released in 2012. A pulsating blend of electronic beats and introspective lyrics that captures Madonna's enduring ability to innovate. 'MDNA' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, making Madonna the first artist to achieve four number-one albums in the 21st century. The album received mixed reviews, but its provocative themes and dance-oriented sound influenced pop music trends and solidified Madonna's status as a pop culture icon amidst evolving musical landscapes. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does MDNA sound like?

A pulsating blend of electronic beats and introspective lyrics that captures Madonna's enduring ability to innovate. Rooted in contemporary R&B and electronic.

What makes MDNA by Madonna notable?

'MDNA' debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 chart, making Madonna the first artist to achieve four number-one albums in the 21st century. The album received mixed reviews, but its provocative themes and dance-oriented sound influenced pop music trends and solidified Madonna's status as a pop culture icon amidst evolving musical landscapes. Released in 2012, 'MDNA' marked Madonna's twelfth studio album and her first since the commercially successful 'Hard Candy' in 2008. The album came during a period of artistic reinvention for her, coinciding with her Super Bowl halftime show performance and the launch of her own record label, MDNA Music.

Who is MDNA for?

MDNA works well if you're into dancefloor-ready anthems for nights, introspective moments amidst pulsating beats and dynamic peaks and valleys experience.

How many songs are on MDNA?

MDNA has 12 tracks, running approximately 50 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·50:51

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Girl Gone Wild Standout 3:43
  • 2 Gang Bang Standout 5:26
  • 3 I’m Addicted 4:33
  • 4 Turn Up the Radio 3:46
  • 5 Give Me All Your Luvin’ Standout 3:22
  • 6 Some Girls 3:53
  • 7 Superstar 3:55
  • 8 I Don’t Give A 4:19
  • 9 I’m a Sinner 4:52
  • 10 Love Spent 3:46
  • 11 Masterpiece 3:59
  • 12 Falling Free 5:13

Release Date

March 23, 2012

Genre

contemporary R&B

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

50 min 51 sec